If you’re a musician in Singapore searching for reliable, meticulous, and heartfelt care for your violin, cello, double bass, guitar—or even your bows—there’s a hidden gem you need to know about. Charles Atelier, located conveniently right beside IKEA Alexandra, is a boutique, home-grown workshop dedicated to breathing new life into your string instruments.
This is not your typical commercial repair counter. It’s a one-man passion project built from years of study, hard work, and the desire to help musicians enjoy better sound, better comfort, and better playability.
Meet Charles — The Luthier With a Musician’s Heart
Charles began his musical journey at 17 with the cello. Like many young musicians, he struggled with the comfort and playability of his instrument. Instead of accepting it as “just part of learning,” he wanted to understand why things felt off—and how to help others avoid the same frustrations.
His dedication led him into the world of luthiery and bow work. Charles trained under respected local bowmaker Paul Goh, and later advanced his craft through bow restoration studies in the United States under Rodney Mohr, one of the world’s renowned bow experts.
From there, he honed his skills at Salient Strings, restoring violins, violas, cellos, and basses for musicians of all levels. Today, he brings that expertise, discipline, and love for the craft into his own brand—Charles Atelier.
What You Can Expect at Charles Atelier
Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, passionate adult learner, or performing musician, Charles offers a comprehensive range of services, including:
✓ Restringing
For violins, violas, cellos, double basses, and guitars. Quick, clean, and done with precision.
✓ Bow Rehairing & Restoration
High-quality bow rehair using reliable materials and techniques learned from top artisans.
✓ Instrument Repairs & Adjustments
From bridge adjustments to sound post work, Charles ensures your instrument feels like an extension of your body—not something you need to fight with.
✓ Lifetime Free Servicing for Non-Major Repairs
This is something you almost never see today.
At Charles Atelier, musicians enjoy lifetime complimentary servicing that includes:
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Sound post adjustments
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Bridge adjustments
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Restringing (labour)
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Basic comfort checks
A sign of true care—a belief that a well-maintained instrument leads to happier music-making.
A Home-Grown Workshop with Handmade Passion
Beyond servicing, visitors will also find handmade, carefully crafted items and accessories in the workshop. Every product is personally curated or made by Charles himself, reflecting the same thoughtfulness that goes into every repair.
If you’re tired of mass-market service and want dedicated, detail-oriented craft from someone who genuinely understands a musician’s struggle, this is the place you’ll want to bookmark.
Visit Charles Atelier Today
Conveniently located beside IKEA Alexandra, Charles Atelier is the go-to spot for Singapore’s string musicians looking for trustworthy repairs, restringing, bow rehair, and expert adjustments.
🎻 Your instrument shouldn’t fight you. It should flow with you.
At Charles Atelier, you’ll find a partner who believes exactly that.
Official Website: https://www.charlesatelier.com/
Alexandra Central - 321 Alexandra Rd, #02-20, Singapore 159971 (Google Maps)
