Simon Musical Instruments
Behind the Scenes

Inside Our Workshop

A glimpse into our world in Reghin—where Paul and Ecaterina craft each instrument by hand, using wood aged since 2001 and techniques passed down through generations.

Collection of hand-carved violin scrolls showing traditional craftsmanship

Hand-Carved Scrolls

Ecaterina applying traditional hand-rubbed varnish to a violin

Hand-Applied Varnish

Multiple instrument backs showing the beautiful flamed maple grain

Beautiful Wood Grain

The attic space where tonewood is carefully stored and aged

Our Wood Storage

Paul Simon carefully adjusting the tuning pegs of a violin

The Luthier at Work

Close-up of the stunning wood grain on a varnished instrument

Flamed Maple Detail

Close-up of hand applying varnish to an instrument

Applying the Finish

Ecaterina Simon applying varnish to a violin with precision

Master Luthier Ecaterina Simon

Stacks of naturally aged tonewood planks stored in the workshop attic

Wood Aged Since 2001

Ecaterina applying varnish to a cello with a brush

The Varnishing Process

Detail of the C-bout showing precise purfling and curves

C-Bout Craftsmanship

A row of violin tops hanging in the workshop

Instruments Awaiting Assembly

Ecaterina working meticulously on an instrument in the workshop

Attention to Detail

A white cello body before varnishing, showing the raw wood

Cello in Progress

The back of a viola showing the varnishing process in progress

Viola Back Detail

Ecaterina varnishing a cello body in the workshop

Crafting a Cello

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