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Stentor will be exhibiting at the exciting London International Music Show (LIMS) from 11-14th June 2009. Come and see us at stand B8 with a wide range of Stentor instruments on display, together with Ozark guitars, banjos and fretted instruments, Valencia classical guitars, Mahalo ukeleles, Mistral woodwind and much more.

Don't miss this opportunity to see the biggest music-making show, incorporating 4 shows in one (The Unplugged Show, London Guitar Show, Drummer Live, and Sound Recording & Technology Show).

If you're a teacher or music education leader, Friday 12th June is Education Day with a whole host of workshops and seminars to choose from. Education providers can register free for this event. Click here for further details.

At the 2008 Music Industries Association Awards, Stentor won the Best Bowed Instrument Award, sponsored by Classic FM, for the Stentor Student II Violin Outfit.

Michael Doughty, Managing Director of Stentor commented: "We are delighted to win this award for the 21st time. It recognizes the Student II for its superb value, quality and reliability, as do most teachers and music services in the UK."

The Music Industries Association (MIA) is the UK trade association of the musical products industry. These awards are voted for by UK retailers and are awarded to reliable, top selling products, innovative retail initiatives, well-regarded suppliers and outstanding individual contributions.

Stentor instruments are helping young people to experience string playing at first hand. The London Philharmonic Orchestra runs Have-a-Go sessions after its family concerts at the South Bank, London and Stentor is delighted to have loaned the instruments for this opportunity. Enthusiastic children, the youngest only two years old, queue up after every concert to 'have a go' on a Stentor violin, cello or double bass, often for the very first time. Tutors offer advice on how to hold and play the instrument and answer questions.

The LPO is developing future audiences by bringing the next generation to concerts and giving them direct contact with classical music. Stentor is proud to be a part of this project.

Stentor Violas help NCO Project

The National Children's Orchestra (NCO) is a major youth orchestra responsible for training and encouraging the orchestral players of the future. The dwindling number of viola players joining the orchestra has given great concern and in response the NCO has launched its latest initiative to recruit young viola players at this year's summer school. Stentor is pleased to have supported the NCO by loaning a number of small size Stentor violas to this worthwhile Viola Project.

During the week's course, over 30 young violinists were given introduced to the viola and given dedicated viola tuition. At the end of the week they performed on Stentor violas in a concert and experienced playing the viola in a full orchestral environment. It is hoped that many will become viola players in the NCO and other orchestras through this practical training.

Messina, Elysia and Arcadia Cellos
"These are terrific cellos, with excellent tonal response and a good warm, focused sound. They offer great flexibility and ease of playing. The choice of wood and standard of finish also make them a pleasure to look at." (The Arcadia cello) - "...has a lovely resonance which flows out under the bow"

Elysia 'English' Model Cello
"An outstanding instrument. So comfortable to play - I just keep picking it up." "An obvious choice for the more slightly built cellist."

1586 Conservatoire
"This cello has a very good sound"

1108 Stentor Student II Cello
"An excellent student starter instrument"

Stentor Student Cello Bows
"The standard of workmanship is excellent - they offer amazing quality for the price"

For more information on any of these cellos, please email:
info@stentor-music.com