my clients have included some of the world's foremost soloists as well as leaders of major orchestras

MISCHA MAISKY

sergiu luca

emmy verhey

ryo usami

“Keith Sleeman strikes me as one of the most talented and perceptive bowmakers I have ever met. I am impressed by his understanding of the functioning and unique charecteristics of early bows. His own reproductions of early bows rival the original specimens I play with”

“Playing with Mr. Sleeman’s bows is like playing with very fine old French bows, such as Maire, Pajeot and Voirin. The sound his bows make is warm and beautiful. I have never had this experience with a modern bow before”

“I’ve tremendously enjoyed playing on my Sleeman bow over the past few years. Although I’m not the original owner, after purchasing it, I reached out to Keith, met with him, and he recambered the bow overnight. Since then, it has felt and sounded superb — truly one of my most favorite bows I’ve ever played. The stick is easy to control and the sound is quick and brilliant. Keith is undoubtedly one of the finest bow makers of our time, and I give my highest recommendation to his work. Thank you, Keith, for this incredible bow!”

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My clients have included some of the world’s foremost soloists as well as leaders of major orchestras...