We are having our annual bow rehair workshop!

The dates will be July 27, August 3, and August 10! So that’s three Saturdays that you will have an opportunity to learn from the best bow rehair-er on the gulf coast! We’re getting booked fast, so hurry and claim your spot! Here are some facts you should know about the workshop:

• 9 total hours
  • 3 hours per day, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  • Optional additional 1 hour for one-on-one with Paula!
  • Dates: July 27, August 3, August 10
• $400 tuition
• Additional $300 for tools and supplies
  • You get to keep those tools! (List of tools found below)
• We will provide a wooden Violin/viola bow, unless you have one you’d like to use
• Must be 21 or over

With this workshop, you will learn how to disassemble, clean, polish, and reassemble a bow! This includes tying horsehair knots, determining the right length of hair, and how to cut tip, frog, and ferrule plugs. Trust us, it’s way harder than it sounds!

For more info, please email us at info@kellerstrings.com or call us at 504-265-0530!

The weather has been a little wild lately! Huge variations in temperature and humidity can be pretty detrimental to the instrument’s wood, so we wanted to give y’all a few tips about preventing damage to your instrument.

1. Loosen the hair on your bow until slack
2. Keep your instrument away from the floor, where it is coldest
3. Do not leave instruments in a cold car (or in the car at all, for that matter!)
4. Keep away from space heaters
5. Try using humidifiers in your case or room! Special devices and humidifying packs can be found online or in our shop!
6. Try letting the instrument acclimate to the temperature you’re playing in, and try not to transport your instrument between hot and cold environments too rapidly

We hope this helps! Stay safe and stay warm y’all!

This year marks our 10th year in Nola!! Happy anniversary y’all! What a journey it’s been. We are so, so honored to be serving all the wonderful musicians in our community, and getting to know each and every one of you! As part of our celebration, we’re going to knock down the prices on a number of items in store and online, from accessories, to bows, to the instruments themselves!

Check out this list to see what’s on sale:

Instruments & Bows (in store and online):

Nicolas Parola 3/4 Violin NP30N: Retail – $2,580; Sale price – $1,349
Roth Violin, Konzert Year 2000: Retail – $1,200; Sale price – $900
Pietro Lombardi 4/4 Violin, VA502: Retail – $2,291; Sale price – $1600
August Kohr 4/4 Violin KR60: Retail – $4,070; Sale price – $2,849
Yamaha AV10 4/4/ Violin: Retail – $2,462; Sale price – $1,475
August Kohr 4/4 Cello HC600C: Retail – $3,195; Sale price – $2,550
Core Conservatory 4/4 Cello C32 (w/ Bag & Bow): Retail – $2,700; Sale price – $1,600
Jean-Pierre Lupot Viola 15.5″ 501: Retail – $1,960; Sale price – $1,665
Soniat Bass: Retail – $3,900; Sale price – $3,100

Lothar Seifert Cello Bow 340C: Retail – $3,200; Sale price – $2,450
Alfred Knoll Cello Bow 316K: Retail – $1,195; Sale price – $950
Dorfler Pernambuco Viola Bow: Retail – $295; Sale price – $240
Juliano Oliveira Viola bow: Retail – $840; Sale price – $600 SOLD
Lothar Seifert Violin Bow: Retail – $2,200; Sale price – $1,870
JR Silva Violin Bow: Retail – $620; Sale price – $550
Cadenza Three Star Violin Bow BL305: Retail – $487; Sale price – $389
Hermann Luger German Style Bass Bow: Retail – $590; Sale price – $500
Revelle Raven Bass Bow (French style): Retail – $269; Sale price – $225

BAM Cases & Accessories (in store only):
Bam Classic III Case: Retail – $317; Sale price – $254
Bam Signature Classic III: Retail – $349; Sale price – $279
Bam Youngster Case (1/2 – 3/4 Sizes): Retail – $225; Sale price – $204
Bam Hightech Slim Case Panther: Retail – $820; Sale price: $656
Bam Stylus Oblong Violin Case: Retail – $383; Sale price – $306, SOLD
Bam Saint Germain Stylus Viola Case: Retail – $479; Sale price – $383

Jade Rosin: 50% off!
Dominant Strings: Normal price – $74.95; Sale price – $52 (Cash & Carry no installation)

Prices valid until June 30, 2023. Not applicable with other offers or discounts. While supplies last!

We are offering our fantastic bow rehairing workshop again this summer! Just like learning to play an instrument, bow rehairing requires patience and practice. But, just like learning to play an instrument, the work is so rewarding! This is a craft best learned in-person; don’t miss your opportunity to learn this timeless process. Experience with small tools is not needed for this workshop, though helpful. We require our students to be 21 or older.

We wanted to extend our warmest and sincerest thanks to the wonderful musicians that provided music for us and our cozy little shop! Many of them are students, such as the Carrollton String Ensemble, and members of local high school music programs, all shining brightly in their musical journey! Not to mention we also had the critically acclaimed Jack Craft come play for us too!

As we prepare to move to the West End neighborhood of New Orleans, we need to MOVE some inventory items that have been hanging out in storage for too long. These are Used, Slow Movers, Shop-Worn, Overstock, or Unique Gems that are priced to sell! Some of these are listed below.

Please note: we cannot offer services on our sale items and they are offered as-is. No trade-ins and no equity purchases on sale items. We have a small capacity inside the shop, so we limit the number of customers allowed for your safety. Well-fitted mask required.

HOLIDAY BONUS!

Receive a $100 Synchrony Visa Prepaid Card when you open a Synchrony Music Credit Card and Make a Purchase of $699 or more the same day!

PLUS 12 months deferred interest!
* Through December 13th
* Visit store for details 
* Subject to credit approval  

BOUNTIFUL
GIFTS

For Every Budget!

We trust that music is filling your home with beautiful sounds.  Keller Strings extends our sincere hope that this message finds you & your loved ones in good health during these challenging times.

Stay Tuned for our expanded Holiday Hours starting after Thanksgiving. We are happy to schedule appointments outside of our posted “OPEN” hours for instrument trial. If you would like an appointment, please call or email us.

When you visit our shop, remember to wear a mask which fits correctly over your nose and mouth. Due to the nature of our business, we also require and provide hand sanitizer upon entering the shop. This process will assist us in providing the safest environment for you.
 

THANK YOU for supporting your LOCAL Small Businesses during this Holiday Season!

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Rondo is part of the Thomastik-Infeld luthier line! These strings were created for the sophisticaed violinist and to meet the professional needs of luthiers. Rondo strings work on many different instruments but are particularly popular among soloists playing old instruments. The RO100 set comes with a synthetic core, aluminium wound A-string, providing great modulation and a rich spectrum of sound colors. These strings can only be purchased by contacting our shop as they are not sold online. Sold straight not coiled.

Everest Shoulder Rests

Violin Rest Flash Sale Price: $18.99
Was $28.00

Viola Rest Flash Sale Price: $25.99
Was $34.00

Glasser Premium Fiberglass Bow 

Violin Bow Flash Sale Price: $65.00
Was $85.00

Cello Bow Flash Sale Price: $72.00
Was $92.00
Save $20 per bow! 

If you do not see the size or color you like, please email or call us for special order!

Colorful Instrument Cases

Deep discounts on MANY of our cases & bags – slashed to help your budget!

Check out the links below for more information:

Violin / Viola / Cello

Konig and Meyer Colorful Music Stand

Made in Germany! 

Flash Sale Price: $22.00
Was $29.00

Super Sensitive Clarity Spectrum Colored Rosin 

Flash Sale Price $11.95
Was $15.95