Exceptional cellos
Genesis of an instrument
The image gallery below gives an overview of some of the steps involved in creating a cello, and Yann will be happy to provide details if you invite him to comment on them directly.
To visit the workshop and discover the instruments being made: contact Yann.
Creating a cello, shared moments
A luthier reveals...
Video sharing of some specific steps
hollowing the top (40”)
The main structure
planing (34”)
The medium work
sticking the front on the ribs (11”)
The small work
Testimonial book
in collaboration with photographer Audrey Morisson
In 2015, Yann Besson was the subject of a photographic report by Audrey Morisson. A book of personal accounts emerged from this project. Throughout the pages of this collaborative work, Yann and Audrey reveal the various stages involved in the creation of a cello. Audrey excels at highlighting the added soul that Yann imbues in the heart of his instruments, and the photographs, revealed from one page to the next, unveil all the secrets of the bond that forever unites the luthier with his creations.
The photo book, about thirty pages long, is available directly from Yann Besson. It now serves as a visual aid in Yann's relationships with his musicians and significantly enriches the discussions he has with visitors to his studio. It is also an excellent educational resource.
Testing a cello on site, by Andreï Jourdane
During a visit to Yann's workshop, Andréï Jourdane delivers and shares his interpretation of the Gigue from Suite No. 3 for cello, by Jean-Sebastien Bach, thank you to him.