Welcome to Holst Violins
Holst Violins is a home-based violin shop in north Grants Pass owned and operated by Brad Holst. The shop offers a large selection of vintage and new instruments and bows in the violin family for sale and occasionally sells instruments on consignment. I also do repairs, setups, and offer advice and informal appraisals. I enjoy meeting musicians and helping them on their musical journeys.
After using my services I have had several local clients say, “I had no idea there was a violin shop in Grants Pass!” I hope this website helps spread the word.
Check out the Services tab for a detailed breakdown of how I can help. My full inventory of string instruments is available to peruse on the Instruments page as well as pictures of a few select instruments and an instrument care sheet. And don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions via the contact form.
Testimonials
“Our daughter was ready for the full size violin after working up since she was four. We wanted something with a good tone, quality workmanship, a safe case, and at an affordable price. Brad provided a variety of violins for us to try in the company of my daughter’s violin teacher. We found one that checked all the boxes. We’ve had it for about a year now and are still super-pleased. Great resource for good violins!! Highly recommended.”
“Dear Brad,
I just wanted to let you know that we are very pleased with the experience we had with you. Thank you for being so generous with your time as my son’s teacher played through so many violins. We really enjoyed the experience!”
“I have been getting lots of compliments on the sound of my violin. I am glad that you keep doing what you do. You have brought lots of wonderful instruments into my life and those of many others!”
“I am an orchestra teacher for Grants Pass School District and we have bought several instruments from Holst Violins as well as sent families to him when they are ready to purchase an instrument. I have personally played some of his instruments and they are wonderful! Prices are awesome – I know we are getting a great value for the money and Brad is wonderful to work with. He is a wonderful resource and we are lucky to be able to work with him.”
“We were lucky to buy my daughter’s refurbished 1920 beautiful violin from Brad. He was gracious while she was choosing the right one. We purchased the violin, case and bow from him, and haven’t regretted the purchase. Brad is very knowledgeable about his instruments, repairs and maintenance. He quickly cares for any mishaps and is easy to work with. We recommend Brad to anyone who needs a repair or looking to buy their instrument!”
“Brad, I just received the violin/fiddle a couple hours ago, and I can’t put it down. It is so nice... I love playing it and cosmetically it’s beautiful. I’m very happy ... thanks so much. If you have other cool instruments in your shop, keep me on your list of people to alert. ”