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Featured Maker: Bizzi 🎹🎻

🎹 Bizzi Instruments – In Stock Now! 🎻

We are proud to have a long-established relationship with the Bizzi workshop in northern Italy, who supply fantastic historical keyboards and bowed string instruments.

This week we're shining a spotlight on the instruments we currently have in stock, which include two quartets of bowed strings, and a stunning selection of new and Previously Owned keyboards, featuring the remarkable double manual harpsichord after Goermans-Taskin which was commissioned for Jane Chapman's recital at last year's London International Festival of Early Music.

For more information on any of these instruments, or to arrange to try them in person in one of our showrooms, please contact us and we'll be happy to help.

  • Bizzi French Double Manual Harpsichord after Goermans-Taskin

    Bizzi
    £36,995.00
    The original instruments upon which Bizzi has based his studies are amongst the most important known harpsichords. The Goermans-Taskin was originally a Flemish harpsichord that Taskin transformed (ravalement) into a great French instrument. Its bright and sonorous voice makes it particularly suitable for a wide repertoire and for large concert halls. Hear this harpsichord: Your browser does not support the audio element. Your browser does not support the audio element. Your browser does not support the audio element. Specification Compass: F 1 - G 5, 62 keys 2x 8'+4' stops and buff stop Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar, fir and beech Six beech legs screwed to the instrument, Louis XVI style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Extra Fine Keyboard: spruce, ebony (diatonic keys) and bone (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass, yellow brass and ancient-type iron Tortoiseshell decoration Gold-leaf bands and mouldings Rose and hinges made of bronze casting Dimensions: 237 x 92 x 31 cm Weight: 65 kg Extras: Matching adjustable bench High protection transport cover Leg bag Double gold leaf bands Complete soundboard decoration Louis XVI-style stand Decorated lid Tool box with tools and spare parts DVD Instruction Manual
    £36,995.00
  • Bizzi Studio 2 Harpsichord

    Bizzi
    £10,995.00
    Bizzi Studio harpsichord. The most affordable harpsichord on the market! Excellent for students and continuo players! Fine Italianate sound, easily transportable. Available in different finishes, red, green, blue etc. Compass: B1 - D5, 52 notes Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: B 1 - D 5, 52 keys Studio-Two: 2 x 8' stop plus buff stop Pitch: 415 Hz - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and (chromatic keys) Jacks: pearwood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: yellow brass Brush painting in two colours with Volute decoration on exterior Dimensions: 170 x 77 x 21 cm Weight: 25 kg Included: Matching adjustable bench Rose decoration Italian Volute flower decoration on the exterior sides High protection Transport cover Leg bag Tool box, including tools and spare parts DVD Instruction Manual
    £10,995.00
  • Bizzi Flemish Single Manual Harpsichord after Ruckers

    Bizzi
    £19,995.00
    Hear this harpsichord: Your browser does not support the audio element. Your browser does not support the audio element. Your browser does not support the audio element. Compass G1 – e3 58 keys 2 x 8 foot stops + buff (lute) stop Transposition: 415 – 440 hz. Keyboard coverings: ebony (naturals) and bone (sharps) Case: poplar, lime, spruce, beech Jacks: pearwood with celcon or Delrin plectra Rose and hinges: bronze casting Sound board: highest quality spruce from Val di Fiemme (Stradivarius Valley) Size: 210x85x24 cm. Included: Matching adjustable bench Flemish paper decoration Two latin mottos in the lid High Protection Transport Cover Bag with spare parts and DVD (maintenance manual)
    £19,995.00
  • Liuteria Bizzi Baroque Violin after 'Il Cremonese' 1715

    Bizzi
    £8,750.00
    Liuteria Bizzi Baroque Violin after 'Il Cremonese' 1715. Registered as Vivaldi C1-2018 An exclusive new range of baroque strings from Liuteria Bizzi, handmade in Italy. 40 years after the foundation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” in Milan, Guido Bizzi has created Liuteria BIZZI, together with his son Lorenzo and other luthiers from the same School. Liuteria Bizzi is based in the prestigious Villa Bossi, in Bodio Lomnago (VA), where BIZZI - Historical Keyboard Instruments are made. . History In 1976, Guido Bizzi and his ensemble of ancient music, after several performances at the Teatro Verdi, decided to form "IL LABORATORIO di Guido Bizzi", the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would lead to the creation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” (School of Instrument Making) in Milan in 1979. Virginia Villa was the principal partner of Il Laboratorio, Marco Tiella became the technical director, Lorenzo Girodo and Claudio Canevari the professors, while the violin makers Renato Scrollavezza and Luca Primon were called to teach the construction of the violin. Later, Il Laboratorio undertook a new path that would lead BIZZI Harpsichord to be a leader in the field of historical keyboard instruments. Today Forty years of fascinating experiences, including major restorations, construction of instruments and international projects, have led to the decision to create Liuteria BIZZI at Villa Bossi, adding bowed strings to the established range of BIZZI keyboard instruments, known all over the world. The supervision of these instruments is also entrusted to the teachers of the Conservatories associated with the Accademia Europea Villa Bossi, in order to ensure they meet the expectations of great international musicians. "One of our most important principles" - says Guido Bizzi - "is to explain with the utmost clarity how our instruments are produced. In today's world, if we want to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price, we need to set a modern and highly efficient production system. " Each instrument is hand crafted from the finest red spruce from Val di Fiemme, and flamed maple from Bosnia, They each come with a unique leather bound certificate of authenticity.
    £8,750.00
  • Liuteria Bizzi Baroque Viola after Stradivari 1672 (Mahler)

    Bizzi
    £9,750.00
    Liuteria Bizzi Baroque Viola after Stradivari 1672 (Mahler) Registered as StradI-I19 An exclusive new range of baroque strings from Liuteria Bizzi, handmade in Italy. 40 years after the foundation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” in Milan, Guido Bizzi has created Liuteria BIZZI, together with his son Lorenzo and other luthiers from the same School. Liuteria Bizzi is based in the prestigious Villa Bossi, in Bodio Lomnago (VA), where BIZZI - Historical Keyboard Instruments are made. . History In 1976, Guido Bizzi and his ensemble of ancient music, after several performances at the Teatro Verdi, decided to form "IL LABORATORIO di Guido Bizzi", the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would lead to the creation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” (School of Instrument Making) in Milan in 1979. Virginia Villa was the principal partner of Il Laboratorio, Marco Tiella became the technical director, Lorenzo Girodo and Claudio Canevari the professors, while the violin makers Renato Scrollavezza and Luca Primon were called to teach the construction of the violin. Later, Il Laboratorio undertook a new path that would lead BIZZI Harpsichord to be a leader in the field of historical keyboard instruments. Today Forty years of fascinating experiences, including major restorations, construction of instruments and international projects, have led to the decision to create Liuteria BIZZI at Villa Bossi, adding bowed strings to the established range of BIZZI keyboard instruments, known all over the world. The supervision of these instruments is also entrusted to the teachers of the Conservatories associated with the Accademia Europea Villa Bossi, in order to ensure they meet the expectations of great international musicians. "One of our most important principles" - says Guido Bizzi - "is to explain with the utmost clarity how our instruments are produced. In today's world, if we want to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price, we need to set a modern and highly efficient production system. " Each instrument is hand crafted from the finest red spruce from Val di Fiemme, and flamed maple from Bosnia, They each come with a unique leather bound certificate of authenticity.
    £9,750.00
  • Liuteria Bizzi Baroque Cello after Stradivari 1710 (Gore-Booth)

    Bizzi
    £13,995.00
    An exclusive new range of baroque strings from Liuteria Bizzi, handmade in Italy. 40 years after the foundation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” in Milan, Guido Bizzi has created Liuteria BIZZI, together with his son Lorenzo and other luthiers from the same School. Liuteria Bizzi is based in the prestigious Villa Bossi, in Bodio Lomnago (VA), where BIZZI - Historical Keyboard Instruments are made. . History In 1976, Guido Bizzi and his ensemble of ancient music, after several performances at the Teatro Verdi, decided to form "IL LABORATORIO di Guido Bizzi", the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would lead to the creation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” (School of Instrument Making) in Milan in 1979. Virginia Villa was the principal partner of Il Laboratorio, Marco Tiella became the technical director, Lorenzo Girodo and Claudio Canevari the professors, while the violin makers Renato Scrollavezza and Luca Primon were called to teach the construction of the violin. Later, Il Laboratorio undertook a new path that would lead BIZZI Harpsichord to be a leader in the field of historical keyboard instruments. Today Forty years of fascinating experiences, including major restorations, construction of instruments and international projects, have led to the decision to create Liuteria BIZZI at Villa Bossi, adding bowed strings to the established range of BIZZI keyboard instruments, known all over the world. The supervision of these instruments is also entrusted to the teachers of the Conservatories associated with the Accademia Europea Villa Bossi, in order to ensure they meet the expectations of great international musicians. "One of our most important principles" - says Guido Bizzi - "is to explain with the utmost clarity how our instruments are produced. In today's world, if we want to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price, we need to set a modern and highly efficient production system. " Vibrating String Length: 680mm Strings: Toro (eurostylgut) strings A - diameter 120 D - diameter 155 G- diameter 120 silver wound C - diameter 135 silver wound Each instrument is hand crafted from the finest red spruce from Val di Fiemme, and flamed maple from Bosnia, They each come with a unique leather bound certificate of authenticity.
    £13,995.00
  • Liuteria Bizzi Violin after 'Il Cremonese' 1715

    Bizzi
    £8,650.00
    Liuteria Bizzi Violin after Stradivarius 'Il Cremonese' 1715. Registered as Stradivarius IACJ-C19 An exclusive new range of stringed instruments from Liuteria Bizzi, handmade in Italy. 40 years after the foundation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” in Milan, Guido Bizzi has created Liuteria BIZZI, together with his son Lorenzo and other luthiers from the same School. Liuteria Bizzi is based in the prestigious Villa Bossi, in Bodio Lomnago (VA), where BIZZI - Historical Keyboard Instruments are made. History In 1976, Guido Bizzi and his ensemble of ancient music, after several performances at the Teatro Verdi, decided to form "IL LABORATORIO di Guido Bizzi", the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would lead to the creation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” (School of Instrument Making) in Milan in 1979. Virginia Villa was the principal partner of Il Laboratorio, Marco Tiella became the technical director, Lorenzo Girodo and Claudio Canevari the professors, while the violin makers Renato Scrollavezza and Luca Primon were called to teach the construction of the violin. Later, Il Laboratorio undertook a new path that would lead BIZZI Harpsichord to be a leader in the field of historical keyboard instruments. Today Forty years of fascinating experiences, including major restorations, construction of instruments and international projects, have led to the decision to create Liuteria BIZZI at Villa Bossi, adding bowed strings to the established range of BIZZI keyboard instruments, known all over the world. The supervision of these instruments is also entrusted to the teachers of the Conservatories associated with the Accademia Europea Villa Bossi, in order to ensure they meet the expectations of great international musicians. "One of our most important principles" - says Guido Bizzi - "is to explain with the utmost clarity how our instruments are produced. In today's world, if we want to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price, we need to set a modern and highly efficient production system. " Each instrument is hand crafted from the finest red spruce from Val di Fiemme, and flamed maple from Bosnia. They each come with a unique leather bound certificate of authenticity.
    £8,650.00
  • Liuteria Bizzi Violin after 'Il Cremonese' 1715

    Bizzi
    £8,650.00
    Liuteria Bizzi Violin after 'Il Cremonese' 1715. Registered as Viotti 4C-2018 An exclusive new range of stringed instruments from Liuteria Bizzi, handmade in Italy. 40 years after the foundation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” in Milan, Guido Bizzi has created Liuteria BIZZI, together with his son Lorenzo and other luthiers from the same School. Liuteria Bizzi is based in the prestigious Villa Bossi, in Bodio Lomnago (VA), where BIZZI - Historical Keyboard Instruments are made. . History In 1976, Guido Bizzi and his ensemble of ancient music, after several performances at the Teatro Verdi, decided to form "IL LABORATORIO di Guido Bizzi", the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would lead to the creation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” (School of Instrument Making) in Milan in 1979. Virginia Villa was the principal partner of Il Laboratorio, Marco Tiella became the technical director, Lorenzo Girodo and Claudio Canevari the professors, while the violin makers Renato Scrollavezza and Luca Primon were called to teach the construction of the violin. Later, Il Laboratorio undertook a new path that would lead BIZZI Harpsichord to be a leader in the field of historical keyboard instruments. Today Forty years of fascinating experiences, including major restorations, construction of instruments and international projects, have led to the decision to create Liuteria BIZZI at Villa Bossi, adding bowed strings to the established range of BIZZI keyboard instruments, known all over the world. The supervision of these instruments is also entrusted to the teachers of the Conservatories associated with the Accademia Europea Villa Bossi, in order to ensure they meet the expectations of great international musicians. "One of our most important principles" - says Guido Bizzi - "is to explain with the utmost clarity how our instruments are produced. In today's world, if we want to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price, we need to set a modern and highly efficient production system. " Each instrument is hand crafted from the finest red spruce from Val di Fiemme, and flamed maple from Bosnia, They each come with a unique leather bound certificate of authenticity.
    £8,650.00
  • Liuteria Bizzi Viola after Amati 1710

    Bizzi
    £9,650.00
    Liuteria Bizzi Viola after Amati 1710 Registered as RA11-18 An exclusive new range of stringed instruments from Liuteria Bizzi, handmade in Italy. 40 years after the foundation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” in Milan, Guido Bizzi has created Liuteria BIZZI, together with his son Lorenzo and other luthiers from the same School. Liuteria Bizzi is based in the prestigious Villa Bossi, in Bodio Lomnago (VA), where BIZZI - Historical Keyboard Instruments are made. . History In 1976, Guido Bizzi and his ensemble of ancient music, after several performances at the Teatro Verdi, decided to form "IL LABORATORIO di Guido Bizzi", the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would lead to the creation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” (School of Instrument Making) in Milan in 1979. Virginia Villa was the principal partner of Il Laboratorio, Marco Tiella became the technical director, Lorenzo Girodo and Claudio Canevari the professors, while the violin makers Renato Scrollavezza and Luca Primon were called to teach the construction of the violin. Later, Il Laboratorio undertook a new path that would lead BIZZI Harpsichord to be a leader in the field of historical keyboard instruments. Today Forty years of fascinating experiences, including major restorations, construction of instruments and international projects, have led to the decision to create Liuteria BIZZI at Villa Bossi, adding bowed strings to the established range of BIZZI keyboard instruments, known all over the world. The supervision of these instruments is also entrusted to the teachers of the Conservatories associated with the Accademia Europea Villa Bossi, in order to ensure they meet the expectations of great international musicians. "One of our most important principles" - says Guido Bizzi - "is to explain with the utmost clarity how our instruments are produced. In today's world, if we want to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price, we need to set a modern and highly efficient production system. " Each instrument is hand crafted from the finest red spruce from Val di Fiemme, and flamed maple from Bosnia, They each come with a unique leather bound certificate of authenticity.
    £9,650.00
  • Liuteria Bizzi Cello after Stradivari 1710 (Gore-Booth)

    Bizzi
    £14,650.00
    Liuteria Bizzi Cello after Stradivari 1710 (Gore-Booth) Registered as GOB LVB M-18 An exclusive new range of stringed instruments from Liuteria Bizzi, handmade in Italy. 40 years after the foundation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” in Milan, Guido Bizzi has created Liuteria BIZZI, together with his son Lorenzo and other luthiers from the same School. Liuteria Bizzi is based in the prestigious Villa Bossi, in Bodio Lomnago (VA), where BIZZI - Historical Keyboard Instruments are made. . History In 1976, Guido Bizzi and his ensemble of ancient music, after several performances at the Teatro Verdi, decided to form "IL LABORATORIO di Guido Bizzi", the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would lead to the creation of the “Scuola di Liuteria” (School of Instrument Making) in Milan in 1979. Virginia Villa was the principal partner of Il Laboratorio, Marco Tiella became the technical director, Lorenzo Girodo and Claudio Canevari the professors, while the violin makers Renato Scrollavezza and Luca Primon were called to teach the construction of the violin. Later, Il Laboratorio undertook a new path that would lead BIZZI Harpsichord to be a leader in the field of historical keyboard instruments. Today Forty years of fascinating experiences, including major restorations, construction of instruments and international projects, have led to the decision to create Liuteria BIZZI at Villa Bossi, adding bowed strings to the established range of BIZZI keyboard instruments, known all over the world. The supervision of these instruments is also entrusted to the teachers of the Conservatories associated with the Accademia Europea Villa Bossi, in order to ensure they meet the expectations of great international musicians. "One of our most important principles" - says Guido Bizzi - "is to explain with the utmost clarity how our instruments are produced. In today's world, if we want to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price, we need to set a modern and highly efficient production system. " Vibrating String Length: 692mm Strings: Thomastik/Pirastro and Larsen strings C- Thomastik Spirocore tungsten G -Thomastik Spirocore tungsten D - Pirastro perpetual A - Larsen Solo Each instrument is hand crafted from the finest red spruce from Val di Fiemme, and flamed maple from Bosnia, They each come with a unique leather bound certificate of authenticity.
    £14,650.00
  • Bizzi Continuo Harpsichord (Reconditioned)

    Previously Owned/Reconditioned
    £9,995.00
    PO Ref. PO1141S Bizzi Continuo Harpsichord (Previously Owned) 2x8' register with transposition a415/440, buff stop, stand (Previously Owned). In excellent condition and fully serviced, refurbished and regularly tuned by our technician, Peter Barnes. Fully insured and tracked worldwide delivery available. For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us. Bizzi Continuo' harpsichord 2 x 8' stop. This inexpensive Italian harpsichord is designed according to typical XVII century Italian manufacturing principles. Designed to meet the requirements not only of schools and students but also of continuo performers, ensembles and Baroque orchestras. Its characterful sound, together with its small size and light weight, has made this one of the most popular models for those approaching the Baroque repertoire. Compass: G0 - E5, 58 notes Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: G 1 - E 5, 58 keys 2 x 8' independent stops Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: mahogany, poplar and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and ebony (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass and yellow brass Brush painting in two colours or natural wood Rose: carved wood Dimensions: 185 x 85 x 20 cm Weight: 33 kg
    £9,995.00
  • Bizzi Bentside Spinet after Goujon 1753 (Reconditioned)

    Previously Owned/Reconditioned
    £8,995.00
    PO Ref. PO0988S Bizzi Bentside Spinet “Goujon 1753” (Previously Owned) 2004 with lid painting, transposition A415/A440, buff stop, stand and tool kit. In excellent condition and almost like new. Fully serviced and refurbished by Richard Taylor prior to despatch. Fully tracked and insured delivery worldwide available. Spare strings are available from The Early Music Shop and sold separately on 10m coils. Please search our website for details of EMS Music Wire. For more details about this or any other Previously Owned instruments, please do not hesitate to contact us. About the Bizzi Bentside Spinet This spinet has a gracious shape with a sweet and round sound, probably due to a particular position of the wrest plank bridge which gives this instrument a sort of “virginal” timbre. The “Goujon 1753” is an ideal instrument for ensemble music both for its wide specific repertoire and for the important musical literature of the north European Countries. Thanks to its good mechanical functioning and wide keyboard, this spinet is also recommendable for student who want to begin harpsichord studies. Delivered with tool box and spare parts. Compass: F 1 - F 5, 61 keys 1 x 8' stop with buff stop Transposition 415 - 440 Hz Case and lid: poplar, lime and beech 3 beech legs screwed to the instrument, in style Soundboard: red resonance spruce from Val di Fiemme Soundboard wood grain: Extra Fine Keyboard: spruce, Italian boxwood (diatonic keys) and ebony (chromatic keys) Jacks: pear wood with delrin or celcon plectra Tuning pins: forged iron, historical type, with hole Strings: red brass, yellow brass and ancient-type iron Brush painting in two colours or natural wood Rose: carved wood Dimensions: 178 x 65 x 23 cm Weight: 22 kg
    £8,995.00
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