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"Dimitri Musafia is the Stradivari of violin case makers." (Gianfranco
Berneri,
Chairman of the Cremona City
Council for the Arts)
Press conference organized by the Cremona
City Council for the Arts presenting two new Musafia cases for the Civic
Collection, donated by AXA-Art, the multinational art insurance firm.
Present were Prof. Andrea Mosconi, curator of the Civic Collection (left)
and Mr. Musafia (center left); in the center is Prof.
Gianfranco Berneri, Chairman of the council and on the right are AXA-Art
executives. (Photo
courtesy of AXA-Art)
"The best in the business." (E-Cremona.it
webzine) "Musafia
Violin cases are high quality cases made for the violin in Cremona Italy." (Wikipedia)
"Musafia is a researcher in the field of safe transportation of [precious
musical] instruments." (MF Milano Finanza
Journal) "Dimitri Musafia is a man on a mission." (Strings
magazine) "Case manufacturing was resurrected [in Italy] by
[...] Dimitri Musafia. [...]. Musafia Cremona Italy cases are arguably the
result of more exhaustive research [...] than any other brand." (Violin
Cases: History and Development from the 17th to the 21st Century, by Dr. Glenn
P. Wood, published in the Journal of the VSA - Violin Society of America)
"Musafia, the center of international excellence in
violin case construction." (AXA Art
magazine, published by AXA-Art, multinational insurers)
"Musafia [is] one of the world's most important
artisan violin case makers. [...] The elements which characterize Musafia
cases are the highest quality, the lifetime guarantee against defects, and
the maximum protection for the violin." (Corriere
della Sera, national Italian newspaper)
"Whatever-proof." ("Strings
Magazine")
The
1715 "ex-Joachim - Cremonese", the most precious of all
Stradivaris, in it's Musafia Master Series Aureum case.
"Dimitri Musafia [is] one of the world's most
accredited violin case makers." (City of
Cremona - official press release)
"Indeed, the Musafia is the Cadillac of cases." ("Strings")
"Dimitri Musafia, the Valentino of violin and
viola case makers," (La Provincia, newspaper of
Cremona)
"By far the most impressive of the cases we saw, the Musafia Master Series is every musician’s dream.
("Strings" review of violin
cases)
"The Crème de Cremona".
("Strings")
FROM ARTISTS AND V.I.P.
"I felt I must add a few words to say how
utterly delighted I am with [my Master Series Aureum] case: it
combines aesthetic beauty with engineering excellence; and to these
are added meticulous attention to detail and superb craftsmanship.
It is, indeed, nothing less than a supreme work of art, one which I
am proud to own and which I am sure will remain a pleasure to use
for many, many years to come. Please could you also pass on my
heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved with the making of the
case?"
(Rupert Luck M.A., M.Mus. Distinction,
via e-mail, U.K.)
"[...] Among other articles on
your site were testimonials for your cases, praising
them for the protection they provided to violins
which were in accidents [...] My story is not quite
so dramatic, but one that I know you would like to
hear. I love my case, have loved it ever since I got
it, and because of its construction and what it does
for my violin, I am one of Musafia's biggest fans.
My violin is a 1900 German one that had not been
verywell taken care of over the years and had
already sustained a couple of cracks before I
purchased it. But it had a lovely, warm and rich
sound and, to me, that's what mattered most. [...]
But I continued to have problems with it. It was
extremely sensitive to changes in temperature and
humidity. Each week, in the middle of orchestra
rehearsal, my violin would go out of tune. Sometimes
it took a lot of work to get it back in tune causing
a great deal of frustration and embarrassment to
me. At one dress rehearsal for a concert, as the
conductor lifted his baton, my stand partner
informed me that my violin had just sustained a 4"
crack, not due to an accident, only
temperature. [...] I read and reread your website
knowing that any other brand of case wouldn't do for
me. The more I read the more I wanted to try the
tropicalization and weatherguard features so I
ordered them with my Luxury case. A miracle! My
violin has not once gone out of tune due to
temperature or humidity changes since the day it so
proudly was packed into its Musafia case. Not
once. Incredible! I have always been a firm
believer in keeping it in the case to prevent any
harm coming to it while it is idle so it stays
zipped in the case a good part of each day. When I
tell people about the positive effect that the case
has had, it sounds incredible even to me,
considering the trouble I used to have. The
tropicalization feature, perhaps with the help of
the weatherguard, must keep the violin at a much
more consistent level so that even when I take it
out of the case in summer or winter, the wood
remains stable enough so that it doesn't change so
quickly as to cause the pegs to slip. [...]
Thanks so much for continuing to make such fine
cases for the instruments we love, I'd be delighted
if you used part of my email. I've been so happy
with my case, I think everyone should have one!
(Kay Danzico,
via e-mail, U.S.A.)
"I felt I must add a few words to say how utterly
delighted I am with [my Master Series Aureum] case: it combines
aesthetic beauty with engineering excellence; and to these are added
meticulous attention to detail and superb craftsmanship. It is, indeed, nothing
less than a supreme work of art, one which I am proud to own and which I
am sure will remain a pleasure to use for many, many years to come.
Please could you also pass on my heartfelt gratitude to everyone
involved with the making of the case?"
(Rupert Luck M.A., M.Mus. Distinction,
via e-mail, U.K.)
"Dear Mr Musafia, The case that i have recieved a
few weeks ago was absoulutley stunning. I caanot imagine any other
violin case that could be compared to the Musafia series. Indeed
your cases are the best in the world! keep up the fantastic work. I
was having a concert tour in Germany, Italy, Austria and France in
the last three weeks, and i couldn't believe how many people
commented on the case when i opened it. I only have one word to
describe the case, just simply " Perfect". Well done!"
(David Ma, via e-mail, Australia)
"I want it to
last a very long time, but I want it to look nice. In the Italian
language, they have a nice single word for this whole sentence: Musafia."
(MB,
posted on violinist.com website)
Did you know that the sales of Musafia
Cases helps support young artists get on stage? Mr. Musafia is on the
Board of Directors of the Concert Society of Cremona's Filodrammatici
Theater (established in 1674), which organizes performance opportunities and scholarships for
talented young musicians. (Photo
courtesy of E-cremona.it webzine)
"Musafia Italian
cases are the first choice for professional musicians worldwide –
they are among the best cases money can buy."
(tuhy001,
on E-bay)
"[...] I've been using my new Opus V Master
Series Aureum since a week now....what can I say....it's
practicality is unequalled...accessory boxes well-designed and
well-placed...huge music pouch...everything that one could request...and
in addition the refinement and finish that gives honor to what is
made in Italy! Bravi !
(Pier Paolo Riccomini, via e-mail,
Italy)
"I can't express how I felt when I saw the
case you built for my violin. Apart from your exquisite taste in how
to built the most beautifull violincases I can imagine, you make
sure that my violin's safety is your priority. This case is very
special for me. It is a long story and maybe one day I tell you why.
But for now I really want to thank everyone who helped building my
violincase. I saw you wrapped the cremona news-paper around my
violincase. I really hope to see Cremona one day, I guess every
violonist dreams of that... "
(Gijsje Van Grunsven, via e-mail,
France)
Dec. 20, 2007: Gala charity evening at Cremona's Ponchielli Theater,
organized by the Cremona daily La Provincia. From left to right:
Mr. Musafia, master violin maker Fabio Volta, violinist Alessandro
Ceravolo, film actress Catherine Spaak. During the evening Mr. Musafia
and Mr. Volta donated respectively a case and violin to the young
violinist; Mrs. Spaak presented the event. (Photo courtesy of
La Provincia)
"Caro Signor Musafia, I just received the
case; it's an absolute wonder! the feel, the touch and the quality of the materials are just exceptional! I can only say that [my
J.B.Vuillaumme, 1856] "Doria" and me are delighted! Congratulations
from all my heart for your artistry and kindness!"
(Eugen Tichindeleanu, via e-mail,
France)
"A 6 figure violin -- I'd go Musafia. [...] no one
else that I know of allows you to add the tropicalization (e.g.
extra thermal insulation), waterproofing (truly waterproofing the
wood so that the case will literally float), tongue-and-groove
closure, pressure ports, etc. [...] Musafia is clearly the gold
standard even for straight up protection. And if there's any
question about environmental changes (think airplanes and the sudden
humidity and temperature changes even if you carry the instrument
on), I don't think there's any question that Musafia cases stand
head and shoulders above all other cases. (Ray,
posted on The Violinist internet discussion group)
"Dear Mr Musafia, I just wanted to say how much I love my Enigma
violin case!! It's absolutely perfect for me and very much admired.
[...] Thanks once again, With all Best WIshes, Chloe." (Chloe
Hanslip, via e-mail, U.K.)
"I was able to see the [Salvatore Accardo by Musafia] case only
Monday and [...] today I would like to thank you for the splendid work of
quality and beauty that you have done. I
was certain to have chosen well. Thank you again." (Matteo
Amat di San Filippo, via e-mail, Italy)
"Thank you so much for the most
beautiful [custom-made] case! It's perfect! I absolutely love it. " (Sarah
Chang, via fax, U.S.A.)
This
custom Luxury Ultralight mod. U3012 was specially made to be as light and
as practical as possible to meet the needs of one of the world's most
distinguished soloists. The stylish paisely satin lining and suede-like
frame covering help reduce the weight, while a low-profile extra accessory
box under the violin's neck and a special area for the shoulder rest make
the most of the compact (cm 76 x 23.5) size. Despite this, and the
addition of side impact protection, the case weighs only 2.6 kg. (5.7 lbs.)!
"I have just received my case
and I must say that I didn't expect such beauty and precision construction.
I am ultra-satisfied and it will be a great pleasure to promote your name
among my colleagues." (Francesco
Ventura, via E-mail, Italy)
"Received the [viola] case today, and it’s FANTASTIC. It fits perfectly, and the quality and construction is obviously first rate. Aesthetically, it is so beautiful,
too. Thanks again for your fast and professional service, and for a case that I am proud to own (instead of wondering when it will fall
apart.)" (Kevin Davidson, via E-mail,
U.S.A.)
"I just want to inform you that I received my
Dart-Shaped-Master-Series-Exclusive etui today. It is a truly beautiful
case, reflecting not only caring craftsmanship and attention to detail,
but also the personal experience and knowledge of what today's musicians
demand from their instrument etuis. In a world where websites and
commercials tend to exaggerate and glorify products out of proportion,
your cases prove the contrary...I was already impressed by your website
photos, information,etc... but even more impressed when I finally received
the etui. The case has exceded my expectations. [...] I also want to take
this opportunity to thank you for the first-class service I have been
granted throughout our e-mail correspondence/order/delivery, etc... [...]
Your success and accomplishments are well-deserved. I will be proud to
recommend your etuis to my colleagues. [...] Once
again, THANK YOU SO MUCH for the superior service and the even more
superior violin etui." (Melanie
Torres-Meissner, Assistant Principal Second Violinist,
Beethoven Orchester Bonn, via E-mail, Germany)
 AXA,
a leading European insurance company with a special branch dedicated to
insuring works of art, invited Mr. Musafia to lecture on the topic of string
instrument safety, during a convention held May 31st, 2006. (Photo
courtesy of AXA)
"Dear Dimitri, I received the case yesterday afternoon - it is a beautiful case-
exactly as you described it [...] Your dedication to researching, creating and
manufacturing such quality case's is fantastic. Thanks again!" (Ian
McCamy, via E-mail, France)
"i just wanted to say that your cases are the best that money can buy! in addition, are the best built cases out
there. [...] i have since commissioned a new violin to be made by a master modern maker and when finished will rest in a musafia enigma case.
[...] again, thank you for making such works of arts to protect, transport and house other works of art. it is rare indeed in this day and age where art is used to enclose art!"
(Ben Fung, DDS, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
"Mr. Musafia: about
two years ago I purchased a Master Series E violin case from you. This
case has been the marvelous home for my wife's G.B. Ceruti ca. 1800. She
couldn't be more happy with the case. Your workmanship is extraodinary!
[...] Once again, we could
not be happier with the beautiful case you made for us. We are very proud
to own both a Ceruti and a Musafia!! We refer fellow musicians to you
often and without reservation."
(Thomas Kelley, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
"Dear Dimitri - You are an ARTIST! The cases arrived yesterday and I literally had tears in my eyes, they are so
beautiful... [...] Nobody I know is so lucky to have 4 of your cases, so I appreciate you very much. The Guarnerius looks incredible with the medallion
fabric [...]."
(Dr. Pilar Bradshaw, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
 Gala
evening at the Teatro Filodrammatici. Prof.
Mario Vitale (left), Director of the Conservatory of Cremona, awards scholarships
to particularly talented music students. The funds were provided by the
Cremona Kiwanis Club thanks to an initiative by Mr. Musafia.
"I just received my Salvatore Accardo case and it is so beautiful that it did exceeded my expectations. It is a delight to look at! Also it gives me lots of piece of mind to know that my violin has the best protection.."
(Mayra Urdaz, via E-mail, Puerto Rico)
"I just wanted to let you know that my case is fabulous! It has exceeded my expectations and is a credit to the exceptional quality Musafia represents. I am looking forward to receiving case number two soon. Finally, after many years of wishful thinking, I not only have one Musafia creation, but two."
(Diana Iorio, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
"On behalf of my family I thank you very much for this nice piece of art."
(Igor Martynov, via E-mail, Russia)
""Gorgeous" is not a word that sufficiently describes my reaction to
[my new Musafia case], but for the moment "gorgeous" will have to do. It is
gorgeous. Exclamation mark. "
(Brooke McEldowney, violist and syndicated
cartoonist (9 Chickweed Lane), via E-mail, USA)
"I have acquired two additional Master Series cases. I personally feel these are the finest cases ever produced."
(Dr. Roger Shingler, via E-mail, USA)
 Dimitri
Musafia being interviewed by Japanese television during official
presentation of the Salvatore Accardo by Musafia case.
"The case finally arrived yesterday, in perfect condition.
Thank you, it is a wonderful case indeed (much better than my old [competing
brand] case!) " (Jose Monton, via E-mail, UK)
"I think you are a true artist!" (Jeremy vanDieman, via
E-mail, Canada)
"Thank you so much, your handiwork is magnificent and artistry much
appreciated in this day and age! (Milada Keck, via
E-mail, U.S.A.)
"Dear Mr Musafia, I have received the case today and would like to thank you very
much. I
am delighted with the case and I think it is absolutely fantastic. Once more many
thanks. (Djordje Gavic, via E-mail, U.K.)
"I received my beautiful Aeternum viola case recently. It is stunning, inside and out. Because he fits in the case so securely, and the case is strong enough to support my weight while standing on the lid without any deformation, I feel much safer transporting my best friend. And there’s ample storage space for all my accessories. My colleagues are quite envious." (J.C.
Loewe, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
Some leading Cremona makers, such as
Giorgio Grisales, offer their precious violins with specially-made Musafia
cases.
"I bought two weeks ago one Aeternum Case from one of your american dealers, during a
tour in the USA. Thanks a lot, for this marvellous case ; all is perfect, magic, the
Aeternum is every violinist's dream. Thanks again to take care of
our most precious instruments, dear Mister Musafia." (A. Roncigli,
Membre du Comité Directeur,
Grand Prix Européen de Violon, via E-mail, Luxembourg)
"Dear Dmitri, I
received my Enigma viola case today from [a dealer]. It is MAGNIFICENT!!!!
It is truly a work of art. My viola looks beautiful in it. I can't stop
looking at it. Thank you so much! (Kathleen
McGee-Daly, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
 from
left to right: the Prefect of Cremona Dr. Iovino, the regional governor of
Kiwanis Italy Dr. Parlato, the 1996-2004 Mayor of Cremona Sen. Bodini and Dimitri
Musafia, 2003-2004 President of the Cremona Kiwanis club. Kiwanis
International is an association which assists children in need.
"I received the case a few weeks ago and it is so beautiful!!! Wow!
The workmanship is incredible. And knowing the level of protection
underneath all that beauty is a true comfort. Thank you for keeping your
standards!" (Mary Ann Begbie, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
"Wow, it is stunning, congratulations!! Now you have truly made the most amazing case I have ever seen! So
beautiful." (Isabel, via E-mail, Great Britain)
From left to right, standing: the
President of Yamaha Music Trading Corp. Mr Tojo, Mr. Musafia, and Project
Manager Mr. Yamamoto, in a traditional Japanese restaurant. Yamaha Music
Trading is the exclusive distributor of Musafia products in Japan.
"Mr. Musafia, I just wanted to let you and all of your staff know how thrilled I am with
my new custom case. My peers and teachers were also amazed with the beauty
and craftsmanship. It is the most beautiful case I've ever seen. Beyond the beauty, though, I also want to tell you that I feel safer with my
violins in a Musafia case. I got so frustrated with my old case (straps
breaking, zippers breaking, cover ripping/detaching from the wood of the case, etc) that I made the decision to buy a quality case for the sake of my
modern and baroque violins. I tell everyone I know about your cases, and I look forward to doing
business with you again. Thank you!" (Michelle
Brians, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
"WOW!! Thank you so much for the beautiful job you did on my case. It is just
spectacular and is causing a sensation everywhere I go!! [...] Again, my sincere thanks for all of your extra effort. It was so very much
worth it! (Ida Kavafian, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
"I just wanted to write you a note to say we received the case we ordered and
we love it. [...]. I am so pleased with the case. It is really great and I know that
because I shopped long and hard before ordering from you. I saw many cases
in a broad range of prices and this one is a very good buy. The case is pretty and well put together with lovely little details. We are very happy
with it. Many thanks for your great product! (Kathleen
Wallace, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
 Prof.
Mario Vitale, Director of the Conservatory of Cremona (left) and Mr.
Musafia. Mr. Musafia organized the donation of a violin by Stefano Conia
Sr. to this institute, complete with bow and Aeternum case, to be lent to
a talented but underprivileged student on a long-term basis.
"I ordered a Master Series E case from you through Phil Kass at
William Moennig and Son. [...] Our beautiful case arrived last week and we couldn't be more delighted.
[...] When I ordered the case, I requested several additional features such as tropicalization, reinforced frame, as well as a personalized name
plate. Everything was exactly as we ordered! The care and craftsmanship that went into the construction of this case is evident in every
aspect. This case exceeds our expectations. [...] Thank you so much for your care and your meticulous attention to
detail. We [...] will have nothing but wonderful thoughts of you and your wonderful
craftsmen. Again, please accept our sincere thanks and also know that my wife's
colleagues are asking about this wonderful case. We will guide them your direction whenever possible!
(Tom Kelley, via E-mail, U.S.A.)
"My [custom made] case arrived this afternoon in perfect condition and on time! It is a perfect fit for my
[larger than normal] violin and is absolutely
gorgeous, I am quite
delighted" . (Ed Dubois, via E-mail, Belgium)
"Today, as punctually
announced, I received the Master Series Exclusive case I ordered; with a
little emotion - I will admit it - because it had been some time that I
was desiring one [...]. The case is a veritable jewel (my colleagues will
be very jealous!), with great attention paid to the smallest detail, and
truly worthy of your fame and professionality. My thanks to all your staff
and once again, thanks for your work! (Maestro
Andrea Taio, via E-mail, Italy)
With
Gil Sharon, concertmaster and artistic director of the Amati Ensemble
"I am very happy with the new
[custom made double violin] case. It is beautiful and my wife likes it
also." (Gil Sharon, via E-mail,
Netherlands)
 Mr.
Musafia, the president of Yamaha Music Trading Corp. Mr. Tojo, and the
president of the Cremona Chamber of Commerce Mr. Cabrini in 2003.
"In Musafia I trust. I am the fifth generation owner of the family violin. This Italian
violin has been in the family for well over 150 years. What type of violin
case do I place my trust in? Musafia, of course! (Reneé
Olstead, via E-mail, USA)
"The violin case is delivered to my wife in USA. She just called me and told me that the violin case is fantastic !!
She is very very satisfied with the case. Thank you for your excellent works.
Your violin cases are always best of the best ! I hope your business being prosperous and continues forever.
I will contact you again if I need another violin cases." (J.
Kim, via E-mail, Korea)
"I just wanted to let you know that I received my new viola case yesterday
and I am thrilled with it. The craftsmanship is outstanding and it was well
worth the wait. (...) it will be my pleasure to spread the word to all of
the professional string players that I encounter on a daily basis about your
company and the superb quality of your work. (Debra
Reilly, via E-mail, USA)
"You have a fantastic product with no competition. I will recommend your
product to everyone I know." (Chris Burndrett,
via E-mail, USA)
"I absolutely love my Musafia violin case. It's simply the nicest case around,
anywhere I go, and is always a topic of conversation. Mr. Musafia is also
a pleasure to deal with. Every other case feels cheap and flimsy to me because
I'm so used to the Musafia". (Jonathan R., posted
on Maestronet Internet site)
 Another
fine Cremona maker to offer Musafia cases with his instruments is Maurizio
Tadioli
"I thought I'd share with you guys my recent purchase of a Musafia violin
case. It is absolutely breathtaking! I've had many cases. They are all the
same. The Musafia is incredible. WORTH THE MONEY!"
("C.B. Fiddler", posted on Maestronet Internet
site)
"The Musafia cases are wonderful. Both my son and I have them. They are works
of art, but very functional as well." ("Bubba",
posted on Maestronet Internet site)
"The Musafia Master Series case offers THE BEST protection for your instrument."
(Ludwig, posted on Maestronet Internet site)
"These cases are "QUALITY"!! Would never buy another kind, and I've had [cases
by] J*****, N****, etc." (Susan, posted on Maestronet Internet
site)
 Mathijs
A. Heyligers, a Dutch violin maker working in Cremona for over 25 years who
caters to a professional musician clientele, recommends that only Musafia cases be used to protect his instruments.
"I think this is the best violin case I have ever seen"
(Jaeil Kim, via E-mail, South Korea)
"Musafia cases [...] are absolutely beautiful [...] workmanship is outstanding.
They are sturdy [...] This case is tough to beat in workmanship, finish,
and practicality". (Ben, posted on Maestronet Internet
site)
"I thank you truly for your generous [double case] which will offer the
possibility of transporting together [Paganini's] two violins, as by the
[safety] specifications indicated during by the Technical Commission [...]."
(Mayor Dr. Adriano Sansa, City of Genoa, letter)
Newsarticle
regarding the new Musafia case for Paganini's 1742 del Gesù "the Cannon",
as appeared in the Genoa daily "Secolo XIX"
"Your magnificent violin case has been exhibited [...], during the entire
Competition creating general admiration."
(Pierre-Yves Tribolet, Director, Tibor Varga Violin
Competition, Switzerland, letter)
DEALERS AND LUTHIERS
"I think you are real innovators- your cases are the best by far. (Hammond
Ashley Violins, U.S.A., e-mail) "Thank you for the cases you have sent us. They are absolutely
beautiful." (Atelier Paganini, Czech
Republic, e-mail) "The quality is really convincing." (Renata Koeckert
Streichinstrumente, W. Germany, fax)
 Dario
Segala, a member of the Parma Violin Makers' Association and winner of
numerous prizes, is happy to offer Musafia cases with his instruments.
"The Musafia violin case is really beautiful".
(Sirena Co. Ltd, Japan, fax)
" I am very pleased and not surprised that there has been such interest in
the [Musafia] Portfolio cases. [...] In short, I think they look great, so
keep it up." (Philip Kass, Wm. Moennig & Son,
USA, fax)
"I would like to thank you and tell you how much I am happy to be one of
your clients." (Jean Noel Rybicki, Switzerland,
fax)
"The quality of your case comes up to my expectations."
(Kunio Mori, Japan, fax)
Loeiz Honoré together with Mario Brunello
and Mstlav Rostropovich. The latter two selected a cello (pictured) by Mr.
Honoré as the best- sounding among a series of contemporary celli tried
out for purchase by an important foundation. Mr. Honoré has endorsed
Musafia cases since their introduction in 1983.
"We recently received an order of your cases and are quite pleased with them.
We would like to order [more]..." (Spruce Tree Music
& Repair, USA, letter)
"[...] your cases are really getting a good response here in the States.
So I am sure that this is just the beginning of a great business relationship."
(Machold Rare Violins, USA, fax)
"Thank you so much for your recent shipment. As usual, the cases are beautiful.
We received seven of the nine ordered and are very happy with them."
(Lake & Wilson Fine Violins, USA, fax)
"Thank you for the recent shipment of cases; they were fine."
(Kamimoto String Instruments, USA, fax)
Ishii Takashi, maker of the viola pictured,
commissioned a special case for it. Both are now in the possession of the
Emperor of Japan.
"It has been a pleasure selling your cases. [Our] shop has sold [only] Musafia
cases since last March." (Rafael Carrabba, USA,
fax)
"Your cases are becoming popular in Los Angeles! [...] I look forward to
continuing expansion of our business relationship!"
(Thomas Metzler Violin Shop, USA, letter)
"Your cases are, on the whole, very beautiful and people really notice
them." (Robert Cauer, USA, fax)
"Thank you, first of all, for the beautiful cases on my last shipment."
(Foster's Violin Shop, USA, letter)
"I am pleased and impressed with the fine workmanship, design and materials."
(John Harrison Violinmaker, USA, letter)
Correspondence reproduced from Musafia Italia S.r.l.
files. All statements are from clients who received Musafia cases and were not
solicited for publicity purposes.
NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE ARTICLES
 "Ida
Kavafian's most important piece of gear is her gorgeous custom-made Musafia,
complete with purple silk lining, which [she] chose personally. Indeed, the
Musafia is the Cadillac of cases, [full description follows]." String
Magasine, December 2004 issue
"COME BACK WITH THAT CASE! Anyone stealing
instrument cases belonging to the Dutch National Musical Instrument Foundation
will be easy to spot from now on: the organization has commissioned a special
series of cases in distinctive colors that marks them as the foundation’s
property. A brass plate inside the Musafia case identifies the foundation and
a special feature means that standard [replacement] case covers do not fit the
cases, making them harder to disguise.
"(The Strad
– News & Events section, December 2003)
 Naomi
Sadler, at the time editor of Strad Magazine, and Mr. Musafia at the Amati 500 concert
in Maastricht (Netherlands). Mr. Musafia assisted with the organization of
the event, which saw 17 Amatis (violins, violas, including celli and a
double bass) in concert together for the first time in over two centuries,
in celebration of the 500th anniversary of the birth of Andrea Amati,
inventor of the violin.
"[Dimitri Musafia] creates luxurious and refined cases for the Gotha of
the international concert scene, starting from Salvatore Accardo. [...] Now
Cremona-made craftmanship brings the world of high fashion to violins, thanks
to a joint-venture between Musafia and Roberta di Camerino, one of the most
prestigious names in Italian style. [...] (news
article, La Provincia, newspaper of Cremona, 3 October 2003)
"THE CRÈME DE CREMONA. A
CASE FOR THE VIOLIN THAT HAS EVERYTHING. For the past 20 years, Musafia Italia
of Cremona, Italy has made high-quality cases for violin and viola, and the
new Enigma model incorporates all of that experience and more. Appointed with
an exquisite silk and satin velvet lining, [full list of features follows],
the Enigma bespeaks luxury. But the beauty of this case is more than skin deep.
[exhaustive technical description follows].
(Strings – New Products – Workbench section,
August/September 2003)
"LUXURY SURROUNDINGS: Celebrating 20 years
in the violin industry, Musafia has introduced the Enigma case, one of it’s
most exclusive cases ever. [full description follows]" (The
Strad – What's New section, August
2003)
"CREMONA MOVES: Musafia Italia, the Cremona case
maker, has doubled the size of it’s operations and has moved to larger
premises. […] The expansion has been caused by a growth in orders for
bespoke cases.[…]." (The Strad
– News & Events section, April 2003)
"A new case for the violins of Paganini [...] The exclusive work designed
by [...] Dimitri Musafia - noted for having supplied his creations to the
world's most famous soloists [...] as well as the Emperor of Japan - has
a thermo-hygrometric control of the microclimate within the case and a suspension
system against bumps and vibrations. [...] The case has the interior lining
in silk with an exclusive pattern, the color of which contains 12 variations
on the color of the violin itself. [...] (news article,
Il Secolo XIX, newspaper of Genoa, 21 March 1998)
"A thermally insulated case for the violins of Paganini [...] The two violins
preferred by Paganini won't have anything to worry about during transport,
not even differences in climate. [...] [The case] has a sophisticated
thermo-hygrometric control of the microclimate within the case and a suspension
system against bumps and vibrations. [...] (news
article, Il Giornale, national newspaper, 21 March 1998)
"Violins in D.O.C. cases - after the Stradivari 1715, Musafia's work
[commissioned] for the two Guarneri del Gesù violins of the museum
of Genoa" [...] 'The case which I delivered is the fruit of 15 years of research.
It is not only useful, in fact it is lined in high fashion fabrics, a silk
print which I myself contributed in the design.' [...]
(news article, La Provincia, newspaper of Cremona,
21 March1998)
"When the violin case becomes art [...] 'We were the first in Europe to make
a specific instrument suspension system to guard against impact, to use a
humidifying system [...] The latest innovation is the use of high fashion
fabrics for the interior' [...] (Interview of Dimitri
Musafia, La Gazzetta della Musica, issue February 1998)
"[Paganini's Guarneri 1742 the] 'Cannon' gets a new case. [...] specially
built by Musafia of Cremona. Commissioned by the City of Genoa, the case
is lined in colour-print velvet, and includes thermal insulation, four-point
suspension and humidity control. [...]" (magazine
article, The Strad, issue October 1997)
"A precious 'dress' for the violins of the Civic Collection. The stylist
Dimitri Musafia [...] one of the most accredited violin case makers in the
world, provided yersterday a violin case with the highest technology available
to the City of Cremona. It will be used for the transport of the Stradivari
Cremonese 1715 and the other masterpieces of the Civic Collection. It has
a suspension system to guard against bumps, a control system for temperature
and humidity, and is "tropicalized", in other words decreases inside temperature
changes by 60%. [...] Precious also aesthetically, [the case] has lining
in silk velvet and Alcantara, while the metal fixtures are in gold-laminate.
[...] Musafia cases with the same characteristics have been ordered by violinists
as famous as Accardo, Ughi, Mintz and Stern." (news
article, La Provincia, newspaper of Cremona, 3 October 1996)
"Violin-making with a following wind - with a racing sailboat sponsored by
a Cremonese industry. [...] [Musafia Italia S.r.l.] is a unique company which
[produces violin cases] for VIPs of the music world, such as Uto Ughi and
Salvatore Accardo. [...] (news article, Il Giorno,
national newspaper, 28 April 1996)
"[The violin offered to the National Museum of Music of Havana, Cuba] had
a case specially made by Dimitri Musafia with a series of new safety features
able to protect the instrument both during transport and against the particular
climatic conditions present in the region. The exterior, of white color,
is made with a patented material which reflects infrared light rays, and
covers a special sandwich of insulation panels which blocks the absorbtion
of eventual unreflected heat rays; [thermometer and hygrometer] monitor the
safety zone in which the instrument is in with respect to the outside [of
the case]." (news article, Liuteria [official
publication of the Association of Italian Violin Making], September-October
issue, 1989)
"A special violin case with thermo-hygrometric control system and safety
lock was commissioned to Dimitri Musafia [by the International Violin-making
School of Cremona] for the viola offered to the Prince of Japan"
(news article, Mondo Padano newspaper, 20 October
1986)
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