David Rattray

David Rattray has been active as a maker for over twenty-five years. 

His instruments are played by eminent chamber and orchestral musicians across the globe.

Since 1988 he has held the position of Instrument Custodian to the Royal Academy of Music, London, of which he is an Honorary Associate.

His publications include :

Violin Making in Scotland, 1750-1950:
Published: BVMA, 2006

Masterpieces of Italian Violin Making 1620-1850:
Published: Royal Academy of Music,1991
Second Edition: Balfon Books/Outline Press, 2000