Improving Upon Greatness

The speaker discusses their journey in violin making, starting with copying traditional designs and moving towards innovation by addressing unresolved design issues. They express a desire to balance aesthetics with practicality, questioning the need to replicate old styles when modern art and design offer new possibilities. The speaker emphasizes solving design problems over merely expressing aesthetic preferences, aiming to create violins that are both beautiful and functional.

What is the speaker's perspective on the relationship between aesthetics and functionality in violin making?

In what ways does the speaker believe the traditional violin design is flawed?