This exceptional modern viola was crafted in 1980 by David Burgess, one of the most respected American luthiers of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. A winner of multiple international violin making competitions—including gold medals awarded by the Violin Society of America—Burgess is widely regarded for his acoustically powerful instruments, meticulous craftsmanship, and deep understanding of classical Cremonese principles.

David Burgess
Ann Arbor 1980

Back Length: 420mm
Upper Bout: 198mm
Center Bout: 138mm
Lower Bout: 147mm
Stop Length: 322mm
Vibrating String Length: 373mm