I have known George Rubino since 1967 when we
were students together at the New England
Conservatory of Music. His desire to achieve
and grow artistically is the same now as it
was thirty-six years ago in Boston. He was and
is always looking for the best product
possible. I own a German bow made by him that
plays beautifully and does everything. In
addition, the quality of wood used is
absolutely first rate as is the workmanship.
George, I salute you for your work and
integrity.
Very best always,
Jack Budrow
Professor of Bass
Michigan State University
Interlochen Arts Camp
I have been using and recommending George's
bows since 1985. Not only have his bows
consistently been of excellent quality, but I
believe that he is continuing to improve and
grow as a maker. The bows are beautifully made
and play wonderfully. Just as importantly,
George's customer service and support is
superb. He is absolutely customer focused and
has always been more interested in finding the
right bow for the player than just making a
sale.
Steve Reeves
Principal Bass, Melbourne Symphony
Melbourne, Australia
I have been using George's bows exclusively
for almost fifteen years. I am
constantly amazed by the variety of colors,
attacks and expression which are made possible
(and easy) by his bows. As both a composer and
a player, I draw inspiration from the palette
of sounds that they make available to me and
feel I am just beginning to scratch the
surface of the bows' capabilities. I
look forward to exploring them for a long time
to come.
Peter Askim
Composer, Bassist (Honolulu Symphony)
www.peteraskim.com
I've been using one of George's bows since
1992. I find it my bow of choice in a wide
variety of playing situations from house band
gigs and symphony orchestra work in Reno/Tahoe
to freelance work in Austin, Texas to my
current job with the Lawrence Welk Show in
Branson, MO. George's bow has been like AAA on
my musical road trip. No matter what my
destination I got there more easily because of
it. Thanks George!
Dan Hall
"After finding George on the Internet, and a
few brief conversations via phone and e-mail,
I flew him out to Maui to teach me bow rehair.
In just a few days, he gave me the knowledge
and confidence to rehair my own bows and those
of other professional violinists on Maui.
Living here, we are thousands of miles from
any bow maker of repute, and to have received
this skill from such a wonderful and caring
teacher is a gift beyond price. He shares his
vast store of wisdom and expertise with
compassion and good humor, and the infinite
patience required by anyone who tackles the
art of bow making, repair and rehair.
Thank you, George. I'm forever in your debt."
Don V. Lax
donvlax@maui.net
http://www.mauiviolin.com
http://www.apassionata.net/
George Rubino has been in the forefront of
the American bow scene for many years. His
interest in the French tradition and quest for
knowledge has helped him with his production
of bass bows. These bows are aesthetically
fine and help the musician produce everything
the music asks. Today he produces several
models which gives the bass player choices in
style, weight and length. George is definitely
a bow maker one should get in touch with to
try out his bows!
Chris Brown
Principal Bass, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra
Bow Broker
