Olsen Violins

Welcome to Olsen Violins, your one-stop violin shop located in the charming Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. Established in 1999 by Sten Olsen, our humble shop has grown into a bustling hub for string players of all ages and skill levels. Our mission is to provide the best sounding instruments at competitive rates, making the experience of finding your perfect violin, viola, or cello an enjoyable and enriching journey.

As a full-service violin shop, we offer a wide range of services including sales, repairs, and restorations. Our expertise and commitment to excellence have earned us a reputation as a trusted source for high-quality instruments and professional services. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always on hand to provide expert advice and guidance, ensuring that you find the perfect instrument to suit your needs and budget.

Our Selection

At Olsen Violins, we believe that every violin, viola, and cello has its own unique personality. We strive to provide the best variety of tone colors across the broad spectrum, from dark to bright and intimate to bold. Our goal is to offer a wide selection of instruments for you to explore your musical voice. We take great care in selecting each instrument, ensuring that every one meets our high standards of craftsmanship, sound quality, and playability.

Rentals

Rentals are a great way to start playing a new instrument or to provide instruments to growing players. At Olsen Violins, we offer a full line of violins for rent, 1/16 size through 4/4 size. Violas and cellos are also available in limited quantities. Our rental program is ideal for the younger players who are still growing through the fractional instrument sizes. Sizing up to a larger instrument is easy, and you leave the maintenance and upkeep up to us.

Community Engagement

Washington State has a vibrant community of makers, musicians, orchestras, and events. We are proud to be a part of this community and to support local instrument and bow makers, orchestras, and youth orchestras. We are dedicated to fostering a love of music and support local events and initiatives that promote music education and appreciation.

In conclusion, Olsen Violins is more than just a violin shop. We are a community of musicians, educators, and music lovers who share a passion for string instruments. We invite you to visit our shop, explore our selection, and become a part of our community. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your musical journey, we look forward to helping you find your sound.