David Lloyd Rivinus - Violin Maker

Updated October, 2023

​​​For those of you who may not be familiar with my work, the 12-minute YouTube clip to the right is an excellent and succinct description of my violas and what they do for the player. Despite the filmer misspelling my name, I highly recommend it. At the time I didn't realize he was filming the clip for publication, so the narrative is totally spontaneous. Enjoy!

VIOLAS CURRENTLY FOR SALE

1 five-string Pellegrina with case    $12,200

These days, I am living on the Oregon coast

with my wife, Charlene.

ERGONOMIC VIOLIN CURRENTLY FOR SALE

1Maximilian ergonomic violin, with shoulder rest and used case (This instrument fits in all standard violin cases.) $11,200

If you are experiencing arthritis issues in your left hand, you will find that this violin offers significant relief.

Dear Violinists & Violists,

After more than 40 years as a violin maker, I went into semi-retirement in 2018. I still service and repair the instruments I have made, but I am no longer making new ones. Still, the epidemic of player injuries continues unabated. For this reason, I am happy to continue acting as a broker for those of you who either wish to purchase or offer one of my ergonomic instruments for sale. Every few months I update the list of instruments being offered, and you can contact me at any time at pellegrina8@gmail.com