Joan Guillemí: A Catalan Voice in the Violin’s Soul Joan Guillemí, a name perhaps less familiar than Stradivari or Guarneri, nevertheless represents a pivotal moment in the history of Spanish string instrument making. Born in Barcelona in 1702 and tragically passing away in the same city in 1769, Guillemí wasn't merely a craftsman; he was an innovator, a bridge between the established traditions of Italy and the burgeoning musical lan…