History
Our story actually began in Bulgaria, 1957, when the adept luthier Hristo Tchechmedjiev first opened his doors for business. By 1970 he founded Orpheus Violin House, and had with him a 10-year-old apprentice, his nephew Yuriy Hristev Tchechmedjiev. By the early '80s, Hristo's violins, violas and 'cellos had won medals and a Diploma from the International Competition for Luthiers in Cremona, Italy. His success catapulted him to the United States, where he founded an Orpheus Violin House in Oakland, CA and eventually in the Sacramento area. Yuriy, the young apprentice, took over the Bulgarian atelier. After a decade of plying his craft, Yuriy capitalized on his own success as a builder and ventured to the United States, once again joining his uncle. The two were a prolific pair, performing many historic restorations and each building fine instruments of their own.
Specialties
We feature a plentitude of instruments and accessories,knowledgeable service,repairs and restorations of any scope. Proud to serve the Sacramento County and the outlying areas, We're the new destination for practicing musicians