Overview
An extraordinary, life-changing journey across continents and time One night in 1980, through a series of improbable events, a fine, old, Italian violin came into the lives of Tom and Cheri Lyon Kelley. Naturally, they were curious to learn its story: Where was it made? When? By whom? And how did it make its way from the Old World to the New? Their quest for answers led them to people and places they never could have anticipated, from some of the loveliest villas in Italy to the sordid underworld of violin fakes, frauds, and thefts.
Full Product Details
Author: Thomas Walter Kelley
Publisher: Old Stone Press
Imprint: Old Stone Press
Dimensions:
Width: 12.70cm
, Height: 1.20cm
, Length: 20.30cm
Weight: 0.181kg
ISBN: 9781938462665
ISBN 10: 1938462661
Pages: 180
Publication Date: 03 September 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
"""A fascinating read! With trips to Italy, a lesson in history's most famous violin makers, and insight into the relationship between a musician and her instrument, there is much to learn and love in this book."" -Angela Correll, Restored in Tuscany. ""A look into the mysterious world of rare violins through an endearing personal lens. A delightfully charming read that moved the music-, travel-, and history-lover in me!"" -Gabriel Lefkowitz, Concertmaster and Resident Conductor, the Louisville Orchestra ""Made in Italy tells the story of an American couple's enchanting romp through Italy chasing food, wine, music-and the history of a rare, old, Cremonese violin."" -Michelle Mandro, Wine Country Women. ""What a pleasure to follow the history of this remarkable violin, which is in the hands of an artist who not only appreciates its tonal qualities but also is resolute in keeping its story alive."" -Wyatt Warren, Kenneth Warren & Sons, Ltd. Violins ""Part history, part travelogue, Made in Italy takes you into a part of the music world you may never have thought about but will be happy to experience. Charming and thrilling, informative and action-packed, all at the same time."" -Vincenzo de Michelis, Tauck Tours ""The story of a marriage intertwined with the story of a magnificent violin. Captivating reading! Such an interesting book!"" -James Rightmyer, D.M.A., Fellow, the American Guild of Organists, St. Francis in the Fields Episcopal Church"
Author Information
Tom Kelley is a retired businessman and appreciates all things Italian: food, wine, art, opera, orchestral music, and the Italian people. He is married to Cheri Lyon Kelley, a semi-retired violinist with the Louisville Orchestra. She and her remarkable violin have performed for innumerable audiences both at home and abroad for more than forty-five years. Tom enjoys nothing more than spending a quiet evening at home with Cheri and their son, Ethan.
