Gerald Elias proudly performs on violins made by his son, Jacob
Handcrafted, bespoke violins from Brooktondale, NY — craftsmanship meets innovative artistry.
A New Feature in The Strad
The April issue of the prestigious international music journal, The Strad, has published an article I wrote about our December 2025 Vivaldi by Candlelight performance and first recording of the rarely heard Viola Concerto in E-flat by the German composer, Mark Heinrich Graul. Access to the article, entitled Back to Life: An 18th-Century Viola Concerto Rediscovered, is available to all subscribers of The Strad.
Read in The Strad →Upcoming Releases
And the Skies Are Not Cloudy All Day
A Jefferson Dance short mystery, appearing in an upcoming Crimeucopia anthology, A Coterie of Dicks.
Murderous Ink Press · March 10 release
Gerald Elias
Gerald Elias, an accomplished author, seamlessly blends his background in music with his passion for writing, creating captivating mystery and crime novels. Before becoming a writer, Elias was a renowned violinist, lending his lyrical and evocative talents to prestigious orchestras. His novels reflect his love for adventure and travel, drawing inspiration from his life's rich experiences.
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Gerald Elias, an accomplished author, seamlessly blends his background in music with his passion for writing, creating captivating mystery and crime novels. Before becoming a writer, Elias was a renowned violinist, lending his lyrical and evocative talents to prestigious orchestras.
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