Loveland Violin Shop

Saturdays, Loveland is by appointment only, but I didn't know that when I went there to emergency-replace my lost rosin. They were very friendly and helpful. The place is closet-tiny, and so only one customer at a time is allowed in. They're on the second floor, so "wait outside" means in a quiet, carpeted hallway.

I rented a Cello from them since I am visiting from Los Angeles and could not bring my own. The owner was able to find a suitable cello for me to rent on short notice so that I can practice for my auditions later that month.

I am writing after reading the other review and having had almost the opposite experience. I went into to Loveland (highly recommended by many people) for a repair on my cello after being told by another instrument repair that I should replace all my pegs and should probably get a new instrument.

Hands down the best luthier in the whole North Bay area! I send all of my students here. Huge variety of consistently high quality violins, violas, and cellos for all levels and price ranges.