Scrollavezza & Zanre Atelier Sgarabotto Model Cello Parma 2023

This cello was made in the workshop of Scrollavezza and Zanre in Parma, in year 2023. Elisa Scrollavezza and Andrea Zanrè opened their own workshop in Parma during 2002, and they specialise not only in making high-quality instruments but also restoration, historical research and acoustics. Elisa and Andrea both teach at the Renato Scrollavezza School of Violin Making in Parma. Elisa’s father, Renato Scrollavezza was one of the most highly respected modern Italian luthiers and was the curator of Paganini’s violin the Guarneri del Gesu nicknamed ‘Il Cannone.’ Elisa and Andrea have won numerous awards at various national competitions over the years and attended advanced making classes internationally. This instrument comes with a certificate of authenticity and photos from the makers.

It is labelled "Atelier / Scrollavezza & Zanre / Parma, anno 2023 / mod. G. Sgarabotto and is modelled from the work of Gaetano Sgarabotto, a well-respected Parmesan maker. The body measures 745mm along the back, 344mm across the upper bouts and 436mm across the lower bouts. It has a two-piece back of maple, highly flamed with a tight curl, and matching ribs and scroll. The top is of a finely grained spruce, and the cello is finished with a red-amber varnish and rosewood pegs. 

This cello has a direct, focused sound, full of depth and character. It is well balanced across all registers, and in contrast to some cellos, the D string is quite lively and resonant making string crossings to or across the D string very smooth and consistent in tone. With its deep tone and direct sound, this cello would excel in all formats of performance, and would be best suited to tertiary or professional players. 

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