New Feature!  All items have a "buy now" price so that you can purchase the art for Christmas.

Nine local artists have donated their talents on behalf of the Vermont Philharmonic Orchestra, which is auctioning off these wonderful works of art this winter.  The violins (and one cello) came from people’s attics and storage sheds, people who were only too glad to find a useful home for them after gathering dust and cobwebs over the years.  Most were destined for the dust bin, but now have a new life!

The artists have done amazing things with the instruments.  They are all different: some quite charming, others dashing, while still others display a sense of humor and a play on the instrument itself.  What they all have in common is their talent and remarkable creativity.  Five of the artists are from the Mad River Valley and include those who are well known through local art galleries: Gary Eckhart, Dotty Kyle and Peggy Potter.  Others are new to the Valley:  Susie Gray and Linda Espinosa.  And four others are from Berlin (Lynn Spencer), Duxbury (Sue Premore), Montpelier (Arthur Zorn) and Hardwick (Marie LaPre'-Grabon). 

The Vermont Philharmonic is Vermont’s oldest community orchestra, performing since 1959.  Jon Borowicz was the first conductor, followed by Brian Webb, who held the baton for 20 years.  Lou Kosma stepped up to the podium in 1999 and continues to lead the orchestra in new and exciting directions.  Unlike the Vermont Symphony, the Philharmonic is made up of volunteer musicians who come from all walks of life. They are committed to the orchestra's two-fold mission of sharing their love of music with audiences of all ages and encouraging young musicians to dedicate themselves to their musical education. For more information, please visit www.vermontphilharmonic.org

The auction closes Feburary 16.  All instruments will be available for pickup locally.  Shipping can be arranged at cost.

Thank you!