From orchestra instruments to the accessories that keep you performing at your best, Shar Music has outfitted professional string players since 1962.

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Explore our range of violins, violas, and cellos built for advanced and professional players.

Italian Violin att. Giuseppe Odoardi, Italy, c.1775 (Later Top by Curtin & Alf)
$80,000.00
Lapo Vettori "G.B. Guadagnini - Torino 1779" Violin, Firenze, 2025
$40,000.00
Tetsuo Matsuda Violin, Chicago, 1990
$35,000.00
Tschu Ho Lee Violin, Chicago, 2017
$30,000.00
A French Violin, School of Chappuy, c.1780-90, w/ Hill Certificate
$30,000.00
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Shop Bows

The right bow changes everything. Browse our selection by instrument.

William Tubbs Violin Bow, London, c.1860, Ebony/Silver
$15,000.00
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W.E. Hill & Sons Violin Bow att. to William Johnson, London, c.1905, Tortoiseshell/Gold
$14,000.00
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Pierre Nehr Violin Bow, Paris, Ebony/Gold
$14,000.00
W.E. Hill & Sons Violin Bow by Sydney Yeoman, London, c.1900, Tortoiseshell/Silver
$12,000.00
W.E. Hill & Sons Violin Bow att. to William Johnson, London, Ivory/Silver
$11,000.00
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Protect Your Investment

Keep your instrument safe on stage, in the pit, or on the road with cases from the brands professionals rely on.

American Case Eagle Hill-Style Violin Case
From $113.70
American Case Manhattan Violin Case
$209.50
American Case Company® Manhattan Compact Adjustable Viola Case
$257.00
American Case Continental Dart Violin Case
$334.50
American Case Company® Eagle Viola Case
$259.50
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Strings for Every Style

From warm and traditional to bright and responsive, find the strings that match your sound.

Pirastro Wondertone Gold Violin E-String
From $7.09
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Violin A-String
From $25.49
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Violin String Set - Goldsteel E - 4/4 Size - Medium Gauge - Loop End
$123.50
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Violin D-String
From $19.85
Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Violin String Set - Goldsteel E - 4/4 Size - Medium Gauge - Ball End
$123.50
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Featured Accessories and Editions

A curated selection of the accessories, sheet music, and small essentials that make a real difference in daily playing.

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Presto® Impulse Carbon Fiber Violin Bow
$517.65
$609.00
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Presto® Impulse Carbon Fiber Viola Bow
$594.15
$699.00
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Presto® Impulse Carbon Fiber Cello Bow
$683.40
$804.00
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A Legacy of Fine and Timeless Instruments

Over the years, Shar Music has had the privilege of placing exceptional violins, violas, cellos, basses, and bows in the hands of professional musicians. While these particular instruments have found their homes, they reflect the caliber of instrument our specialists work with every day. If you're searching for something equally exceptional, reach out and we'll help you find it.

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Carl G. Becker Sr. Violin, Chicago, 1940
$90,000.00
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Paolo Vettori "Guarneri del Gesu Ole Bull" Violin, Firenze, 2025
$50,000.00
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Pierre Joseph Hel Violin, Lille, 1894
$42,000.00
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Andranik Gaybaryan Violin, Massachusetts, 2012
$35,000.00
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David Burgess Violin, Ann Arbor, 1989
$35,000.00
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James Tubbs Violin Bow, London, Late 19th Century, Ebony/Silver
$18,000.00
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Victor Fetique Violin Bow, Paris, c.1920
$17,500.00
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Albert Nurnberger Violin Bow, Ebony/Gold
$13,000.00
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Morizot Pere - L. Morizot Violin Bow
$13,000.00
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Albert Nurnberger Violin Bow, Ebony/Gold
$11,000.00
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Have Questions Before You Buy?

Our Fine Instrument & Bow Representatives would be happy to discuss your needs or answer any questions. Please give them a call at 866-742-7270 to discuss trial or purchase options. If you will be in the Ann Arbor, MI area and would like to trial instruments or bows in person, please feel free to book an appointment on our calendar.

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