View a Hershey violin being played in concert

Odin Rathnam performs on his recently purchased custom-made Scott Hershey violin for a full house at The Strand Theatre, York, PA. (click here to view this performance). This instrument was debuted at the West Branch International Music Festival with Odin performing  “A Sweet Remembrance” (click here). Also, Odin Rathnam’s new CD release Vivaldi-”The Four Seasons” is available at CD Baby.

Visit Our Players Gallery

Peter Sirotin (Potomic, MD), Assoc. Concertmaster of the Hbg. Symphony and principle violin with the Mendelssohn Piano Trio was in for a new sound post and sound adjustments. Also, to try out my hand-made Hershey violins that he very much enjoyed. For lesson and booking information: P:301.299.6326 or peter@mendelssohnpianotrio.com

Our Players Gallery is our most visited page. Stop back often to view our most recent visitors. You’ll find information about the players along with contact information.

Netanel Draiblate (Hyattsville,MD) a professional violinist and teacher stopped in to have his instrument retouched and set-up. Netanel can be reached for lessons @ netanel_draillate@yahoo.com and you can follow his professional career @ netaneldraiblate.com.

Final Violin Making Class Night Photos (Click here for more photos)

Instructor: Scott Hershey, Sandra Schlessman, Harry Mayden, Jim Wilson, Thomas Loughry, Steve Murphy & Tone Judge: Gregg Glessner

Get into a Santa Cruz Guitar.

We are Central Pa's Authorized Santa Cruz Dealer.

Our first quarter 2010 instrument sale is now in effect.

For a limited time Hershey Violins (a Central Pennsylvania Santa Cruz Dealer), is offering selected “in-stock” instruments at very affordable prices. If you know anything about the Santa Cruz Guitar Company, you will know these are some of our countries most sought after hand-made guitars. Now you can own one of these fine instruments while supplies last. Call 717-697-6341 or email: shershey@hersheyviolins.com for pricing information on selected models.

The 5-String Experience

Follow the making of this instrument (click here)

This instrument is now completed and set-up December 19, 2009. Musicians interested in the purchase of this “Cannon” of a fiddle can call directly or email: shershey@hersheyviolins.com for pricing and availability. For final finished photos (click here)

Matteo Goffriller Cello 1720 copy available now.

Cellist Cheung Chau at Hershey Violins for major repairs to his instrument. Shown here enjoying my Goffriler copy before departing for a concert tour to Beijing, China. Cheung is also accepting cello students and can be reached at: Cheung Chau <cc@cheungchauconductor.org> or 717.422.3402

Central Pennsylvania Violin Maker, Scott W. Hershey makes a Goffriller cello.

Matteo Goffriller was an Italian maker living in Venice Italy (1659-1742). This cello was  built to the pattern of one of his most desired models of 1720. It is a slender model that delivers a full and projecting sound. I have chosen the top wood of “Bear Claw” spruce, a much sought after  wood that delivers a very nice blend of overtones when played. The back, sides and scroll are of finely flamed maple. All woods are well aged and stable. Email or call for pricing and availability.