Our History

The Grisales Lutherie in Cremona was founded in 1990 by Giorgio Grisales, a Master Luthier, Bow Maker, and Restorer of stringed instruments. Since 2016, Giorgio Grisales has also held the position of President of the Consortium of Cremonese Luthiers.
Today, in his lutherie, Giorgio Grisales is joined by his son Andrea and his nephew Ricardo. After over 30 years of activity, their stringed instruments are known and appreciated worldwide.

Escuela

1970

It all starts from here. Born in Colombia in 1963, Giorgio Grisales is still a young student when, captivated by classical music, he begins to dream of flying to Italy to build his first violin.

International school of violin making

1984

In 1984 the dream came true: Giorgio Grisales moved to Cremona where he attended the International School of Violinmaking under the guidance of Maestro Giorgio Ce, together with many boys who, like