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Johnson String Instrument

We have served the Greater Boston string-playing community since 1976 and are New England's largest violin shop. We are one of the first and most prominent Internet resources for string players. Whether you're looking to purchase instruments, bows, accessories, need information, or the latest news...we are here for you. Our newly designed website makes online ordering even more convenient for all string players worldwide! More about JSI...

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THE 2008-09 SERVICE TRIP SCHEDULE



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THE AMERICAN COLLECTION Exceptional Instruments: 1830-1930

THE BASS SHOP is open for business!


Our Featured Violin:

The beautiful transparency of the golden-brown varnish of this Peter Puljer violin, made in Philadelphia in 1951, shows the prominent flame of the maple back...learn more.

SPECIAL 18th Century Cello:

NEW to the JSI Sales department: A very special 18th century Northern Italian cello available for trial or purchase. $68,000, includes documentation...learn more.
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JSI on the Cape
It’s Cape Cod with all its warmth, charm, and ambiance: our Falmouth store provides all the music, accessories and instruments special to JSI, plus many interesting and varied performances throughout the year.

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The Right Start:
A JSI Rental
Whether it be Suzuki or traditional, private or public school, city or rural, every child deserves it. You can now order a new rental online for pickup, school delivery, or UPS shipment to your door! All the rental info is right here including delivery and service trip schedules.