Editor's letter
Antonio Stradivari is such a hallowed figure in the string world that it’s easy to forget that his brilliance didn’t simply appear fully formed, but was the result of many years of innovation and experimentation. On page 36 Philip Ihle shares his research into the moulds and patterns from the great luthier’s early career and considers how the young Antonio’s constant questioning and experimentation led to the genius instruments of his mature years.