S2013 E1 • Stradivarius: Mysteries of the Supreme Violin

Synopsis The Stradivarius violins made in the 17th century by Italian master craftsman Antonio Stradivari continue to be cherished by today's greatest performers. Around 600 of these multi-million-dollar instruments still exist, but the true secret of its unrivaled sound remains veiled in mystery. Join Karen Gomyo, a New York-based Stradivarius player, and the many performers, artisans, scientists, and other Stradivarius lovers around the world on a 300-year journey back through time to trace the saga of this sublime instrument.