Piotr Kulcenty is a violin maker and restorer based in London, UK, specializing in Cremonese violins and traditional craftsmanship. He began making violins at the age of fourteen in Poznań, Poland, studying under the Krupa family and learning the classical Cremonese models inspired by Stradivari, Guarneri, Amati, and Rugeri. In 2014, he earned a Master’s degree in Violin Making from the Academy of Music in Poznań.

Since 2012, Piotr has worked in leading workshops across Italy, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. He currently works as a restorer and workshop manager at Stringers of London, one of the UK’s leading string instrument specialists. Over his career, he has built more than thirty instruments and restored hundreds of violins, violas, and cellos, collaborating closely with musicians from young students to seasoned professionals.

With extensive experience in restoration and setup, Piotr approaches violin making with a practical, player-focused perspective. His instruments are rooted in the Cremonese tradition yet shaped by his own style – defined by precise craftsmanship, elegant modelling, and traditional hand-varnishing. Rather than making direct copies, he studies and interprets the great instruments of the past, blending their character with his own personal touch and understanding of modern performance needs.

Working from his London workshop, Piotr continues to craft new violins that combine historical inspiration with individual expression. His instruments are played by musicians across the globe and valued for their craftsmanship, tone, and exceptional playability.