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André Amaral Luthier

São Paulo, Brazil

André Amaral is a professional in the art of lutherie. He graduated from the Tatuí Conservatory in 2007 and became a renowned luthier after specializing at the “Istituto di Istruzione Superiore Antonio Stradivari” in Cremona, Italy.
  • All
  • Instrument Making
  • Varnish
  • Bow
  • Artist Performances
Bow hair selection and types.
Bow hair selection and types.
Oil varnishing
Oil varnishing
Varnishing the ribs
Varnishing the ribs
The result of oil varnishing reveals the wood’s natural depth and beauty.
The result of oil varnishing reveals the wood’s natural depth and beauty.
The viola’s back plate has a dense center and flexible edges for optimal resonance.
The viola’s back plate has a dense center and flexible edges for optimal resonance.
Final touches to the Inside of the Viola
Final touches to the Inside of the Viola
Bow hair replacement process.
Bow hair replacement process.
FF cut on the violas of Dhyan Toffolo and Renato Bandel
FF cut on the violas of Dhyan Toffolo and Renato Bandel
Dhyan Toffolo performs as soloist with a viola crafted by me.
Dhyan Toffolo performs as soloist with a viola crafted by me.
My handmade violin on stage with Xavier Inchausti in São Paulo
My handmade violin on stage with Xavier Inchausti in São Paulo
Purfling Details Up Close
Purfling Details Up Close
Friend’s joy completing his new violin reflected deep friendship and dedication.
Friend’s joy completing his new violin reflected deep friendship and dedication.
Witness the mold removal process of Renato Bandel’s viola.
Witness the mold removal process of Renato Bandel’s viola.
Lisiane de los Santos performs with a cello I made at the OSB concert.
Lisiane de los Santos performs with a cello I made at the OSB concert.
The Magic Behind the Varnish
The Magic Behind the Varnish
A few more wear marks where they typically appear over the years.
A few more wear marks where they typically appear over the years.
Coming out of the mold and final touches.
Coming out of the mold and final touches.
Bombatura shapes the strength, beauty, and sound of an instrument.
Bombatura shapes the strength, beauty, and sound of an instrument.

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