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The Strad is a must-read for anyone with a passion for the string world.

It brings you interviews with star string players, in-depth articles examining instruments by master makers, reports on the latest advances in instrument research and technology, Masterclass sheet music, news, comment and analysis from the string music world and more.

  • Dedicated sections for luthiers, players and teachers
  • Every new monthly magazine delivered to you and also available online as a digital edition
  • Unlimited access to all premium online content, written by our editorial team and expert contributors
  • Access to over 140 digital magazines giving you a wealth of archived content
  • Two detailed instrument posters a year – Includes measurements and thickness maps (posters usually retail at £19.95 each)
  • The Strad Directory: the essential annual guide for the string music industry, with global listings for businesses, artisans and organisations (usually retails at £19.95)

To see our digital only subscription options click here.

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