Charles Beare: 1937-2025
One of the world’s most renowned violin experts died on 26 April this year. Anne Inglis looks back at his life, while friends and colleagues share their memories
The Strad, 27 June 2025
by Anne Inglis
In the photos, from above:
► Charles Beare. Photo courtesy Beare Violins Ltd
► Charles Beare in Cremona. Surrounded by Stradivaris at the 1987 Cremona exhibition. Photo courtesy Beare Violins Ltd