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the secret papers — Whether indulging in our very own personal concierge service, lounging in a luscious luxury rental boutique or being shown the backstages of Belgium’s dirtiest club night, our Secret Society issue has us discovering a whole new other side to Belgium. And that was before we heard about a Brussels-based superstar choreographer. Writers Randa Wazen, Stéphanie Duval and Nicholas Lewis 22 — THE THIRD WORD
Strings and Bows The second half of the 20 th century saw the rebirth of classical music, and therefore of the instruments craftsmen. But did you know that one of the most renowned violinmakers of Europe is Belgian? Indeed, Jan Strick, who has been running the prestigious Maison Bernard for twenty years, receives clients spanning the entire globe, though mostly from Europe, Japan, Korea and America. Ninety percent of his customers are professional musicians, among which some of the world’s greatest violin players, such as Uto Ughi, Mischa Maisky or Michaël Gutman. “I knew I wanted to become a violinmaker when I was still very young and almost dropped out of high school”, Mr Strick admits. “Of course my parents weren’t too keen on the idea… So as soon as I graduated, I criss-crossed France during eight years to learn the art of violin making.” Upon his return, Nicolas Bernard noticed Jan, and decided to pass on to him the reins of his established workshop. Pierre Guillaume, a bow- maker, would become his partner. Today the workshop gathers twelve people, which is quite unique, considering most violinmakers work by themselves. Even though the profession has boomed during the past decades (in the 50’s, only two violinmakers remained in all of Belgium whereas today, Brussels alone is home to fi fteen of them) the Maison Bernard still stands out. All instruments are handmade, no accessories are sold, and it does not provide rental services. The Strick workshop is also highly qualifi ed in the restoration of antique instruments and houses an impressive collection of both ancient and modern violins, acquired through regular journeys worldwide. It’s no surprise that such rare pieces don’t come cheap; the prices cover a wide range, from € 1 000 to € 150 000. But, “when you buy a violin, you’re acquiring a companion for life”, Mr Strick remarks. “For most musicians, their instrument is something to be proud of, it represents who they are. I suppose it’s the same way some people might feel about clothes.” Strings and Bows the secret papers Adding even more to its prestige, the Queen Elisabeth Competition has relied on the Maison Bernard for the past twenty years. During the ten-day isolation period in which the competitors master their piece, only Jan Strick or Pierre Guillaume are allowed to trespass the gates of the Val Duchesse castle to handle any repair that may be needed. Talk about a royal endorsement. (RW) Maison Bernard Rue Ernest Allardstraat 38 1000 Brussels THE THIRD WORD — 23
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