“Marios Pavlou is a very talented violin maker capable of making violins of the finest craft.
My violin, copy of a del Gesu by Marios Pavlou has a beautiful strong sound and looks really gorgeous!”
— Wolfgang Schroeder
Violinist, Soloist, Concertmaster of the CYSO
“I fell in love with the beautiful design of Mario’s cello since the first time I saw it. It was proudly standing in a dark corner and inviting me in to the “unknown”. It was so hard resisting the temptation of creating music on that “beauty”.
Warm and delicious sound full of personality came out of that cello. The velvet tone lingering in the air, dragged the attention of every music lover. An impressive work of art made by the talented hands of Marios Pavlou”
— Edevaldo Mulla
Cellist, Soloist based in United States
“Marios Pavlou is a fine luthier based in Cyprus. We had a great collaboration during our studies in London as I performed my final recital in RAM with one of his instruments in 2018. However, since 2019, I am the owner of Mario's Pavlou violin, made in Newark on Trent during his final exam from the school of violin making, which is marked by Beare.. with full marks.
I am totally satisfied with this particular violin as it has direct shine, strong and responsive sound.”
— Marios Ioannou
Violinist, Member of CYSO, Member of Fusionia Quartet
“I am very happy with this instrument. It is so pleasant and easy to play on.
It projects a sound full of character, warmth and colors.
Thanks Marios for this violin, I am grateful meeting you!”
— Yiannos Ioannou
Violinist, Tutor, Soloist based in Cyprus
“Ονομάζομαι Έμιλη Λουκά και σπουδάζω violin performance στην Μουσική Ακαδημία της Σόφιας στη Βουλγαρία. Χρησιμοποιώ το βιολί κατασκευασμένο από τον Μάριο Παύλου από το 2020.
Είμαι πάρα πολύ ευχαριστημένη από το βιολί μου και περήφανη που παίζω ένα βιολί το οποίο φτιάχτηκε από ένα νέο, ταλαντούχο κατασκευαστή.”
— Emily Louka
Violinist, Student at The National Academy of Music, Sofia, Bulgaria
“I had the pleasure to own a wonderful violin, copy of guarneri del gesu "Plowden" violin by Marios Pavlou. I feel very lucky to play this violin because it has a very warm and very deep sound.
It is also a very easy instrument to play and since I got it I have seen a great improvement in my own playing as well. I highly recommend everyone to try Mario's violins!”
— Yiannis Christodoulides
Violinist, Member of European Youth Orchestra Academy
“Since I found out about Marios Pavlou in 2018, he became my cello doctor.
He has all my trust, I never doubt him.”
— Robert Grod
Cellist, Soloist, Instructor, Member of Fusionia Quartet
“I know Marios Pavlou since he was playing violin in the Cyprus youth orchestra.
I think his journey from being just an extremely talented young violinist to becoming one of the best luthiers in the world in such a short time is truly awesome and I profoundly respect that.
We had of course numerous collaborations. All of them great. I could easily mention the perfect neck craft he did on one of my violins or the perfect fingerboard elevation on the other...
Overall I must say that Cyprus is more "on the map" because of truly dedicated people like Marios, who really makes a difference.”
— Sorin Alexandru Horlea
Violinist, Professor, Member of CYSO, Member of Fusionia Quartet
“I had a setup done by the master Mario's Pavlou, and my viola acquired an incredible, well-balanced, and very powerful sound. Marios performed an elevation, making it much easier to play, especially in the upper positions.
In addition, he restored the varnish, and everything was done so professionally, with the color perfectly matched, that the viola now looks like new, just as it did when I acquired it 15 years ago. Marios Pavlou is an incredibly talented violin maker!
I am very grateful to him for the work he has done!”
— Vladimir Tkachenko
Violist, Member of CYSO
“When I first picked up the violin, I fell in love with it. There was an almost magical connection between us.
When I play, I feel like it understands me and listens to me, and always produces the exact sound I want. I believe, that with this violin, everything is possible for me and I always end up successful with my playing.”
— Anfisa Antonova
Violinist, Member of Cyprus Youth Orchestra
“Mr. Pavlou restored my violin neck (neck graft). I must say that he did an excellent work. Not only he did excellent work on the neck graft but also I was surprised by his unique feeling on how my violin should sound.
I strongly recommend Mr. Pavlou as a highly skilled luthier, one of the best in Cyprus.”
— Konstantinos Demirtzoglou
Violinist, Educator, Soloist and Member of Concordia String Quartet
“If you are looking for a smooth, competent, high-level service for your violin and a bow, here is where you definitely need to try it. I’ve had a great experience with Marios Pavlou, who brought to a new life, several violins of mine.
The one violin, which I currently use the most, Marios has literally raised from ruins. It is now well set-up, easy to play, and has an even beautiful tone on all four strings. It speaks easily in all registers under all conditions.
I am really thankful to Marios for his dedicated work and would highly recommend him, as a violin maker.”
— Varvara Merzlova Peneva
Violinist, Member of CYSO
“Ο Μάριος Παύλου είναι ένας εξαιρετικός κατασκευαστής βιολιών που έχουμε τη χαρά να βρίσκεται στη Κύπρο.
Προσωπικά άλλαξα γέφυρα του βιολιού και τρίχες για το δοξάρι μου κοντά του και πάντα η δουλειά του είναι στο ανώτατο επίπεδο.”
— Savvas Lagou
Violinist, Member of CYSO, Member of Fusionia Quartet
“Trusting Marios Pavlou for a major restoration on my instrument, has been the greatest choice by far!
Not only he gave a new life to my instrument which is a French Violin, also he ensured its brilliance and lifespan for the following years.
It's always with the greatest pleasure to return to his Workshop!”
— Lucy Hovhannesyan
Violinist, Soloist, Member of Bochumer Symphoniker
“Η εξυπηρέτηση ήταν άψογη, όσο η δουλεια του ειναι καταπληκτική αυτό που αρμοζει και αντιπροσωπεύει στο πρόσωπο του Μάριου και τον εντάσσει σε ένα επαγγελματία κατασκευαστή βιολιών και είμαστε τυχεροί που τον έχουμε στον τόπο μας”
— Grigoris Demetriou
Violinist, Tutor
“The first time I met with Marios i was searching for a violin. He was very kind, smiley and willing to help me. He gave me many violins to try and i have chosen a german violin, repaired by him that has a huge projection and very rich sound.
Marios never treated me like an 11-year-old child, contrary, he listens carefully what i say and he does all the improvements i need, everytime and anytime. Even last minute adjustments that i urgently needed before my solo performance, he was just there for me.
Marios is a kind, good-natured, calm person and in my opinion, the best violin maker of the violin family in Cyprus”
— Elias Pratsos
Violinist, Student of "Advanced Strings Program for Gifted Children", University of Cyprus
“ I got to know Marios when i entered the CSO in 2022-2023. It was a pleasure getting to know his craftsmanship around string instruments. Tried out most of his violins that he crafted and i noticed his talent and his progression through out the years on each violin. He also did my violin setup (bridge and sound post) and i could not be happier with the result. He is an excellent talented luthier that i highly recommend.”
— Konstantinos Anastasiades
Violinist, Soloist, Member of CYSO
“Marios Pavlou is a true master of this craft. It's wonderful that Marios has done excellent work on my violin, especially considering my traditional playing style.
His exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail in the restoration of my violin are incredible. Since I've met him, I don't change him.”
— Giorgos Georgiou
Violinist, Folk/Traditional performer
“I’m so happy I met Marios, because ever since I don’t have to worry if I have any issue with my violin and its accessories, because I know he is always there to help and advice no matter how busy he is. I highly recommend Marios as the one who will look after your instrument on the high quality level”
— Irina Popova
Violinist, Soloist, Modern Performer
“Marios Pavlou has consistently delivered exceptional craftsmanship to many string players, known for producing instruments with warm and strong sounds. The electro-acoustic violin I received from him surpasses all expectations in every way. It's a beautifully crafted instrument, versatile enough to be played acoustically or plugged in, with rich and powerful sound.
The design is simply exceptional. Amazing job!
Marios is a very talented young man who delivers quality at the highest level !”
— Aristotelis Eleftheriou
Violinist, Modern Performer