Arnaud Sussmann
The 1731 Schneeberger Stradivari, front view.

The Violin

1731 Schneeberger Stradivari

The 1731 Schneeberger Stradivari, front view.
The 1731 Schneeberger Stradivari, back view showing its flamed maple.

In his words

“The second I played this violin, I knew something was very special.”

“Having tried countless instruments and played many extraordinary violins over the years, I knew right away that this 1731 Strad was different—it brings me closer than ever to the voice I carry inside.”

Arnaud Sussmann, interviewed by Cliff Hall Strings · March/April 2026

Tarisio with Carlos Tomé