COOPERATIVE OF LUTHIERS
Two luthiers united to create instruments, each crafted for the musician’s individual voice.
BORN
in Vilassar de Mar, Catalonia. Casa Magí is a violin making atelier created by Elià Fabré Capdevila and Aogu Arakawa Shimasaki.
We
joined forces to bring a shared dream to life: the creation of a truly collaborative workshop that allows us to work in a way that is more dynamic, spontaneous, and enriching. Having two minds, four hands, and four ears behind each instrument assures great quality, while fostering personal growth that continues to evolve every day.
Our
story began at the Newark School of Violin Making where collaboration was intrinsic. After graduating, our paths diverged to work in prestigious workshops in Berlin and Paris, where we had the opportunity to refine our skills, deepen our knowledge of the craft, and work closely with professional musicians and high-level instruments. Ultimately, our separate paths led us back together to create Casa Magí in 2021 in Catalonia.
Today
our workshop brings together more than twenty years of individual experience and the trust of many distinguished international musicians. In 2024, we received recognition in the two most prestigious international competitions: our instruments were awarded gold and silver medals at the Violin Society of America and awarded Menzione d’Onore at the Triennale in Italy.
WOOD
Every piece is unique, carrying within it qualities that can transform it into a truly singular instrument. Just as every musician is unique, each harbors the desire to express their own musical sensitivity. When creating an instrument, our aim is clear: to realise the full potential of the wood while shaping a sound that resonates with the musician’s voice. A well-crafted instrument should allow a pure, unfiltered connection between musician and audience. Guided by sensitivity to the musician’s needs, open communication, and respect for the time and care each instrument demands, our passion for the craft shapes every step of the journey.
PHONE (ELIÀ): (0034) 655-910-025
PHONE (AOGU): (0034) 623-353-785
EMAIL: LUTHIERS@CASAMAGI.ORG
INSTAGRAM: CASA.MAGI
WE ARE IN: VILASSAR DE MAR, BARCELONA