The sound is “sweet” and “flexible,” according ... who played his first Stradivarius cello at 18 and whose grandfather was the celebrated Ukrainian-born cellist Gregor Piatigorsky.

He became a church organist’s assistant, yearning to create the haunting sound that poured from the instrument’s pipes. But Frohlich soon became more interested in how the organ worked ...

Stradivarius violins are characterized not only by their perfect geometry, but also by their unique lacquer, which not only keeps the wood of the instrument safe, but also influences its sound.

its unparalleled sound and storied provenance captivating collectors and musicians alike. “The Joachim-Ma Stradivarius ...