Violin making is the perfect blend of art, craftsmanship and
science. "In the early 80's I read an article in Scientific
American Magazine about acoustic testing of violins using
Chladni resonance characterization techniques, and I was
hooked!"
Educated as a Mechanical Engineer, David spent much of his
working life developing processes and equipment for the
electronic component and semiconductor industries. It was the
creative bent combined with interest in the sciences that first
drew him toward a career in Engineering, and also to Lutherie.
A job change moved him to his present home in Vermont,
where he was the Engineering and Development Manager for
semiconductor equipment manufacturer Suss MicroTec, Inc
and where he met Violin Maker Thurmond Knight, under whom
he studied violin making.
Combining traditional violin making techniques with his
technical expertise has resulted in a fresh approach to a
centuries-old tradition, yielding instruments that are not only
aesthetically pleasing, but have outstanding acoustic and
playing characteristics as well.
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