Eastman Strings Demo Day and Giveaway
Learn about the new Eastman Series+ from Eastman Artist, Gabe Schliffer, plus we are giving away a violin!
Series+ is the same traditional instrument that looks, feels, and sounds just like other Eastman violins, violas, and cellos. Under the hood, however, Series+ has a powerful new capability.
Series+ is a two-in-one instrument—offering the acoustic warmth of a handcrafted Eastman with the power to amplify your sound. Whether on stage or in the studio, Series+ enhances clarity and tone without compromising tradition.
With the Eastman Series+ violin, you can plug into a small amp or use headphones through an interface, making it easy to practice at home without disturbing others. Its builtin pickup delivers clear sound at any volume, so you can rehearse confidently day or night.
When: Saturday, June 27th from 10:00am-6:00pm.
Demos at 1:00pm and 3:00pm
Giveaway at 4:15pm (after the second demo is over), and you must be present to win.
Giveaway: We will be giving away a Samuel Eastman Series+ VL145+ Violin outfit!
How: It is an open house, so come by!
Price: Free- there is no purchase necessary!
About Gabe Schliffer
From the age of 5, cello player Gabe Schliffer knew that music was going to be a big part of his life. Born and raised at the Folk Art Guild in Middlesex, New York, Gabe took lessons at The Hochstein School of Music and Dance, attended the New England Music Camp and later studied under master cellist Jane Ricklis. Gabe graduated from Purchase College, studying abroad in both Spain and later in Egypt for his Freshman and Junior years. Traveling abroad gave Gabe a diverse appreciation of many types of music.
Now based in the Pacific Northwest, Gabe performs and tours with many Oregon bands including The Muddy Souls and Sugar Pine. In June 2024 Gabe was thrilled to release his long-awaited album with Sugar Pine, a band that he founded and leads in Eugene. He also plays locally in a duo with his wife Nicole Hummel.
Gabe loves blending the lines of classical and traditional music to create an incredibly unique sound. With his newest solo project Libracello, Gabe expertly weaves and dives into the realms of electro folk and live looping. Each song is improvised and crafted from the ground up, layering and building to emotive peaks and valleys. The vibrations of the cello and violin blend to create cinematic orchestras flying into an ever-expanding universe of sound.
Gabe has been honored to share the stage with acts including Vieux Farka Taure, Toubab Krew, Moontricks, and Donna the Buffalo and many more. Gabe is currently working on his debut Libracello album, and can’t wait to see what his Eastman Series + cello is truly capable of.
