Team Strad will be at the annual event from Friday 2 October 2026 - here’s what you’ll find at our stall, as well as what to expect of the weekend
The annual Cremona Musica International Exhibitions and Festival will be held from 2 to 4 October 2026 at Cremona Fiere. The event is dedicated to high-end musical instruments, with a schedule of events, award ceremonies, cultural meetings and presentations of important new developments in music.
400 exhibitors from 35 countries will be present at stands showcasing strings, pianos, guitars, wind instruments, accordions and music publications…including The Strad!
We’ll be at Stand 269 for the three days, where you’ll find our exclusive range of books, including Trade Secrets 1-6, Great Instruments 1, 2 & 3, In Focus 1, 2 & 3, Masterclass: Violin Concertos and Masterclass Volume 2: Violin works.
Flick through our brand new 2027 Calendar, featuring twelve fine instruments of the Anders Sveaas Charitable Foundation and pick up our renowned posters of beautiful and influential instruments, including bestsellers Antonio Stradivari 1716 violin ‘Messiah’, Guarneri ‘del Gesù’ 1741 violin ‘Vieuxtemps’, Antonio Stradivari 1730 cello ‘De Munck’ to name just a few - perfect for aspiring luthiers, long-time enthusiasts and professionals.
Make sure to check out our new posters: Guarneri ‘del Gesù’ ’Rovelli’ 1742 violin, Montagnana c.1720–Guarneri ‘del Gesù’ c.1742 violin, ‘Paderewski, Wendling’ violin and Domenico Montagnana 1730 ’Farina’ cello. We’ll also have exclusive bundle offers on our posters and books - ask the team for more details.
By popping by our stand, you’ll also receive a copy of The Strad September 2026 issue, FREE. Our education-themed issue features the Juilliard Quartet, Kató Havas’s teaching philosophies, the overlooked luthier Pietro Barbieri, a Postcard from the 2026 Queen Elisabeth Cello Competition, plus plenty more.
Plus, you’ll get exclusive offers on individual print and digital subscription packages. You can also learn more about The Strad School subscription, tailored for teachers and students, with individual access to premium educational resources on thestrad.com, all managed under one main subscription. Ask our team for more details or enquire about a 30-day trial.
We’ve loved meeting you at past events, so do come and say hi to our team!
Additionally, a number of events and live concerts will be held throughout the event at Cremona Fiere, as well as further afield in Cremona itself. On Friday 2 October, the Stauffer Academy will host a free open class with Vilde Frang, winner of the 2026 Cremona Musica Award in the String Performance category.
Cremona’s Museo del Violino will host the Stradivari Gala 2026 in collaboration with the Sasakawa Music Foundation from 1 to 6 October. The event commemorates the 160th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Italy and Japan and will feature nine Stradivari and Guarneri violins.
Check out a list of events here and plan your trip - though be prepared to have to make some tough choices!
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