We are a shop devoted to the violin family of instruments and bows. Here at Stamell's we provide unique services for the players and owners of stringed instruments. As specialists in violin, viola, cello, and bass, we can assist our customers with appraisal information, insurance valuations, repair and restoration, rentals, sales, and all kinds of helpful advice. We also sell all of the best cases and accessories currently on the market.

Our goal is to provide the best services to our customers at fair and reasonable prices. Whether you are looking to purchase your first instrument, to upgrade your present instrument, or find the instrument for a lifetime, we will discuss your needs and learn more about you to help you make an informed, knowledgeable decision.

You'll be able to try out instruments and bows in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Our sales staff can answer your questions and provide information, guidance, and advice. To request instruments or bows for home trial, call or email the shop.
On-Trial Policy

As our customer, you can be assured by our guarantee of each instrument that we sell, as well as our guaranteed trade back policy. Your investment is safe, and your satisfaction is paramount.

Stamell Stringed Instruments was founded in 1989 by Matt Stamell, a trained luthier and musician. Matt attended Hobart College, where he first discovered the art of instrument making. Upon graduation, he enrolled in the Program in Artisanry at Boston University, where he studied with Master Luthier Donald Warnock. From 1982 to 1989, Matt worked in the Boston area; during that time he also attended the Violin Craftsmanship Institute at the University of New Hampshire.

Stamell Strings opened as a full service violin shop in 1989, and has grown to employ full and part time workers, including graduates of the North Bennett St. Violin making program, as well as makers and players from a variety of backgrounds.

Matt is a member of the Violin Society of America, and Appraiser's Association of America.

DIRECTONS TO STAMELL STRINGED INSTRUMENTS:

INTERNET, SHIPPING AND MAIL ORDER RETURN POLICY:
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Stamell Strings is not responsible for return shipping charges unless merchandise is defective or was shipped in error.

Instrument purchases are not refundable. (See trade back policy)

Sheet music purchases are not refundable.

SHOP NEWS: Winter/Spring 2008

Stamell Strings has just finished an exciting year, with many fine instruments and bows having passed through our hands. Our dedication to instruments, and to our customers, remains strong. We have discovered many interesting student level instruments to offer, all with our expert setup, from various parts of the world. Our selection of handmade violins by contemporary makers continues to grow, and our reputation for fine old instruments and bows has grown as well. Our workshop has earned a well deserved reputation for excellence, and our sales staff offers unsurpassed service. We welcome you inquiry, and wish you all the best for the New Year.

We would like to welcome Lynne Camenga to our staff. Lynne is a fine violinist and teacher who has brought a new level of competence and excellence to our sales staff.

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Even if you don't live near our Amherst, MA shop, you may still be able to meet with us to discuss your stringed instrument needs.  Besides the summer locations and summer rentals listed above, our staff makes regular school visits and rental deliveries to locations throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York.  Call us at (800) 766-0936 in advance with requests for products or instrument inquiries so we can be as helpful as possible when we make our trips.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

(Andrew Gaybaryan works on a violin in our upstairs workshop.)

From time to time, we invite scholars, makers, players, and instrument enthusiasts to contribute essays on a variety of topics related to instruments and their makers.

Please enjoy the following:How Do We Feel About Great Violins?
by Marvin Bram, professor emeritus of history at Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York.