The Violin Makers Association of Arizona International (VMAAI) is a non-profit, educational organization founded, in 1958, to encourage and develop the art of violin making. The oldest violin making association in the United States, VMAAI now boasts members from all 50 states and many foreign countries. Violin makers, both accomplished and novice, and others interested in the art, are encouraged to join and participate in the various activities of the group. In addition to an annual convention and violin making competition, VMAAI sponsors a yearly workshop for violin makers that is open to members and non-members alike. If there are questions not addressed on this web site, please feel free to contact any member of the Board of Directors. Board of Directors Membership Information Members Web Sites

Convention

Our organization's highlight of the year is the Annual Convention in Tucson, Arizona. It is truly a "Family Gathering" with spouses, children, even the family pet welcome! The annual Convention and Competition will once again be held at the Randolph Park Hotel (formerly the Clarion) in Tucson, Arizona, October 12 – 15, 2010. VMAAI is the oldest organization of its kind in the United States and the only violin making organization to hold an ANNUAL competition of new instruments. VMAAI welcomes new and veteran stringed instrument and bow makers to enter their newly made (after October 2009) instruments in the competition, so start making your violins, violas, cellos and bows in preparation to join us in October. Mark your calendars now . . . and check back often for convention details! To reserve a room, use the following phone number and indicate that you are with VMAAI: (520) 795-0330 This page will be updated as information becomes available . . .

The Journal The VMAAI Journal is a monthly publication dedicated to keeping members informed about Association activities and providing informative, how-to-do-it articles on various aspects of violin making. Members are encouraged to submit material concerning unusual techniques that might be helpful to others as well as articles on the history of violin making and violin makers. The Journal is the backbone of our organization and represents some of the finest information available for the experienced or aspiring violin maker.   Some sample articles are presented here on the web. "The VMAAI JOURNAL"

Violin Makers Association of Arizona International Workshop for Violin Makers

Our annual workshop will be held during the month of April, 2011. Details will be posted here as they become available.

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Last update, 9/30/09