Experience & Expertise
Working in Boston’s music community as a bow maker since 1982, Thomas has handled bows made by the greatest makers of the 19th and 20th centuries. With a great respect for the historical traditions of making, Thomas continues to pursue his own ideas of playability and sound that a finely crafted bow can provide.
Award-Winning Bows
Thomas has received outstanding recognition for his work as a bow maker with 17 awards. These many awards include the Violin Society of America Gold Medal in 1986 (violin bow), the Violin Society of America Gold Medal in 1992 (cello bow), and the International Society of Bassists Gold Medal in 2003 (bass bow).
Before studying as a bow maker, Thomas was a professional bassist and graduated from Berklee College of Music.