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Biography
Antonio Donato, was born in Messina, Sicily,
and raised in Genoa North Italy. At a young age he returned to Sicily to continue
his apprenticeship with Mr. Lentini, master of fine violin making and restorations
on all bowed instruments. For years Antonio dedicated his time and craftsmanship
to restorations and then to the art of violin making.
Antonio has become well known in the Art of
Luthiery and is a long time member of The Violin Society of America where he
participates at the International Competition of Violin Making. He is also a
member of The Violin Makers Association of Arizona International.
In order to share his love of music with others, in 1990, Antonio Donato founded
Donato Music Establishment, which today continues to successfully
provide professional
quality Violins, Violas, Violoncellos and Upright Basses from the novice to the professional.
You can enjoy a large selection of rare and modern string instruments and bows
in all price ranges.
Professional restoration
on all bowed and stringed instruments is always available.
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