Custom Model
Every instrument is built from scratch to the musician's exact specifications — model, size, scroll design and varnish colour. No two instruments are identical.
Vioolbouwer · Violin Maker · Ghent, Belgium
Violin maker of fine instrumentsin the Cremonese tradition
Handcrafted violins, violas & cellos — Ghent, Belgium
Atelier Gentbrugge
About the maker
Craft, beauty & the pursuit of the perfect instrument
Born in Bruges, Pieter Goossens was brought up on history, crafts and the love of classical music. His passion for the violin arose around the age of 17 during the Dranouter folk festival. He studied violin making at the conservatory (now KASK) in Ghent and obtained his master's degree in 2006.
After several years as an apprentice in Brussels, he established his own atelier in Gentbrugge. As a violin maker, Pieter focuses on the search for beauty, perfection and harmony — taking the time to discuss every aspect of a new instrument with the musician.
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Why commission a new instrument?
Finest Materials
Carefully selected tonewoods, combined with homemade purfling, varnish and pigments based on researched historical formulas from the Cremonese masters.
Personal Collaboration
Model, appearance and playing comfort are discussed in depth. Pieter takes the time to understand each musician's needs and translates them into the instrument.
PENDULUM — Sara Salvérius & SunSunSun
Featured Project
🏆 Award WinnerPENDULUM
Sara Salvérius & SunSunSun
The newest album by accordion player Sara Salvérius features the string quartet SunSunSun. The four instruments of the quartet were made especially for this project by Sara's husband, Pieter Goossens — with the goal of creating the perfect sound symbiosis between accordion and strings.
🏆 Winner — Best Live Band
Flanders Folk Award 2025
Credentials
VSA
Violin Society of America
Professional Member
BVBM
Belgian Violin & Bow Makers
Active Member
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Whether you're a professional musician seeking a new concert instrument or a passionate amateur ready to invest in something truly special — Pieter would be delighted to discuss your vision.