The “Petri” Stradivari in Concert

The “Petri” violin, crafted by Antonio Stardivari in 1700, is an instrument shaped not only by time, but by generations of players. In recent years, its story has unfolded through Rare Violins In Consortium — and through the artistry of two distinct musicians.

In 2024, the violin found a new interpreter in Kevin Zhu, who draws from it a bold lyricism that honors both tradition and innovation.

Every artist amplifies different qualities of an instrument, but each phrase makes the instrument’s voice resonate further. The “Petri”, ever-responsive, continues to evolve — not in spite of time, but because of it.

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