FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about choosing, trying, and caring for an instrument with The Violin House of Weaver.
Where is The Violin House of Weaver located?
We are located at 4706 Highland Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20814, a short drive from Washington, DC and convenient to Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Rockville, and Northern Virginia.
What are your hours?
We are open Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday by appointment from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We are closed on Mondays.
How long has Weaver been in business?
The Violin House of Weaver is a four-generation family violin house whose tradition dates to 1898.
Do you buy or take instruments on consignment?
Please contact us to discuss selling or consigning an instrument. We are happy to look at violins, violas, cellos, and bows.
Do you offer violin repairs and bow rehairs?
Yes. Our workshop provides setup and adjustment, bow rehairs, and repairs and restoration for violins, violas, and cellos.
Do you provide appraisals?
Yes. We provide expert appraisals for musicians, collectors, and dealers. Please contact us to arrange an appointment.
Do you work with violin shops and dealers?
Yes. We offer trade sourcing and wholesale access for dealers and violin shops, drawing on long relationships with makers and workshops in Europe and beyond.
Do I need an appointment to visit?
Walk-ins are welcome during weekday hours, but we recommend an appointment for instrument trials so we can have a selection ready for you. Saturdays are by appointment.
Can I try a violin before buying it?
Yes. We encourage trials in our Bethesda showroom, and many violins can be taken home on approval so you can compare them with your teacher or in your own playing space.
Do you have more violins than are shown online?
Yes. Our inventory includes approximately 200 violins, violas, and cellos. The online collection is only a portion of what is available in the shop, so please contact us if you do not see what you are looking for.
Do you sell violins for students as well as professionals?
Yes. We work with players at every level, from students stepping up to their first quality violin to professionals seeking a fine or rare instrument.
How do you describe attribution on rare instruments?
We describe attribution conservatively, based on labels, workshop associations, and available documentation. Where an instrument bears a label, we say so rather than stating authorship more strongly than the evidence supports.
Can I arrange a private viewing?
Yes. Please contact us to arrange a private appointment to view and play fine and rare instruments at our Bethesda shop.
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