With almost three decades of violin making under his belt, Jonathan Cooper has been making violins for the world’s top players blending traditional violin making with a modern appreciation of tone that manifests into a violin of exquisite beauty. Drawing from his own experience as a champion fiddler, Jonathan works from his heart and endows each instrument with a tone that has brightened the halls of traditional music and classical players. Jonathan was trained at the Cremona School of Violin Making (Italy) and brings his craft to his small workshop overlooking Presumpscot Pond in Maine.This viola, 16” is a perfect example of his work. Warm, rich in tone with a supported C string that livens the Alto experience with fullness of voice that captures the essence of the viola sound. This viola was played by the original owner for many years. Cooper instruments are a delight for the ears and a fine investment as well.