Remembering Francis Kuttner

In light of our April T2 auction, which features a large collection of tonewood and books from Francis’s workshop, we had the pleasure of speaking to a handful of Francis’s many, many friends, who were all too willing to share their fond memories of his humor and warmth.

By Florence Haseler April 23, 2024

To honor his legacy, Francis’s family, with the Violin Society of America, have established a memorial fund, dedicated to assisting violin-making students and apprentices in accessing the educational opportunities necessary to realize their dreams of becoming professional makers.

In May, Tarisio is delighted to be auctioning one of Francis’ violas, made in San Francisco in 1992, with all commissions from the sale to be donated to this memorial fund.

Click here to learn more and to make a contribution.

Photos courtesy of Itzel Ávila, Joanne Van Bosterhaut, Carla Shapreau and The Kuttner family.

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