Louise Boisson Lutherie Quatuor
Cello maker
Louise grew up near Frankfurt, Germany, where she developed an early interest in both music and the visual arts. Alongside her cello studies, she eagerly visited violin-making workshops whenever she had the opportunity. After attending two introductory courses, she knew she had found her vocation.
Following her training in Mirecourt, Louise worked with renowned luthiers Bernard Sabatier and Patrick Charton in Paris, before joining Fabien Peyruc's workshop in Toulouse. There, she refined her skills in restoration, sound adjustment, and the care of violin family instruments.
In 2019, Louise established her own workshop, where she builds violins, violas, and cellos, with a particular focus on cello making. Seeking to deepen her expertise, she worked under the guidance of Frank Ravatin, building a cello while benefiting from his extensive knowledge and experience. In 2020, she attended a specialized course on violin varnishes with painter and conservator François Pérégo, gaining the scientific and practical knowledge needed to develop her own varnish recipes.
Committed to continuous learning, Louise is a member of ALADFI and regularly participates in international conferences and advanced training courses. Inspired by the great Cremonese makers of the 17th and 18th centuries, she studies their instruments closely, drawing on their principles rather than producing direct copies. Her instruments have been exhibited at major international events, including the Salon du Violon in Paris, Mondomusica in Cremona, and Ekho in Brussels.
In 2026, she was awarded Third Prize for a Cello at the International Violin Making Competition of Mirecourt.
