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Benning Violins

Logo: Robert Dudley, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons3

American luthier business

Benning Violins is a California-based luthier business, crafting, restoring and repairing violins, violas and cellos since its opening in 1950 as Studio City Music. In 1953, it moved to its current location on Ventura Boulevard.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1950Founded1

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Paul Toenniges at Studio City Music
Photo: Benning Violins, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons4

Benning Violins is a California-based luthier business, crafting, restoring and repairing violins, violas and cellos since its opening in 1950 as Studio City Music. In 1953, it moved to its current location on Ventura Boulevard.2

Timeline

  1. 1950Founded Founded1

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