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Client's own new bass dwarfing my bench! It needed a minor repair to the top nut and also setting up the sound post. This photo of the sound post was taken through the spike end hole at the bottom end of the bass after I set it up

New cello necks and one double bass neck on the bench, ready for repairing broken cellos and a bass! 😅

Client's own electric violin in the workshop for a bridge adjustment 😊

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Music lessons do far more than teach children how to play an instrument. Research shows that even one year of music training can lead to measurable brain growth and structural changes linked to stronger language skills, better reading ability, and improved memory.

When a child learns music, the brain is pushed to coordinate sound, movement, timing, attention, and emotion all at once. This activates multiple brain regions across both hemispheres, helping build stronger neural pathways. Because of this, music training supports auditory development, pattern recognition, and processing skills that also play an important role in speech and literacy.

The impact goes beyond academics. Music education can also help children develop focus, discipline, patience, and emotional control. Studies suggest that even relatively short periods of structured music training may improve processing speed and support overall cognitive performance, giving children tools that benefit learning far outside the music room.

In simple terms, music is not just an art form for children — it is also a powerful exercise for the developing brain. By shaping brain structure during key developmental years, music lessons may offer benefits that last well into the future.



Source: University of Southern California & National Institutes of Health. (2024). Music Training and Brain Development: Structural Changes and Cognitive Enhancements. USC Today.

Client's own 1/8 violin with the fingerboard too low. Before and after photos. I put a thin wedge under the fingerboard to raise it to the correct height and angle. Sadly too little for my hands to give it a good test! 😃

Client's own violin with new fine tuners and bridge adjustment.

Client's own violin needing a new bridge and soundpost setup. Sounding lovely and blue now! 😊

A variety of bow repairs and rehairs

A new case for a well used little violin!