Andreas Ferdinand Mayr: The Salzburg Master of the Baroque Born in Vienna’s St. Veit in 1693, Andreas Ferdinand Mayr emerged as a pivotal figure in the world of early 18th-century string instrument making. His journey began within the vibrant musical landscape of Salzburg, a city renowned for its patronage and burgeoning orchestral scene. While his origins lie in Vienna, it was Salzburg that would become the stage upon which he crafted an enduring legacy – one inextricably linked to the genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Mayr’s life wasn't simply about building instruments; it was interwoven…