THE FLATIRON LUTHIER

Name: The Flatiron Luthier
Address: 1722 Saint Marys Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska, 68102, US
Telephone: 402.889.3515

Featured Cooperatives:
Grace Albert Violins &
Violins of Omaha

Directed by Sarah E. Gray Restoration LLC

Our expertise lies in an understanding of the musician, the instrument and the interaction between the two, Craftsmanship and partnership to support physical needs, goals and the instrument’s purpose.

Featured Luthier Team

Meet our new team! We have expanded. The Flatiron Luthier now features cooperative collaborators to better support your goals! We now feature Restoration, Locally and Internationally made Instrument and Bow Sales and Accessories, Ergonomic Set-up, Ethical tonal adjustments, Rental, Short and long term storage, Insurance claims and Insurance appraisals, non-profit outreach, and our new online marketplace. We are dedicated to helping you get the most efficient, phenomenal performance experience possible. By combining our unique perspectives and training backgrounds we hope to set a new benchmark expectation for service and partnership.

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Sarah E. Kluge

President of Sarah E. Gray Restoration of Violins Violas Cellos, LLC

Working and training in this fascinating field for over twenty years, serving Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska and surrounding states
Providing ergonomic set-up, maintenance, restoration, rehairs and ethical tonal adjustments
Board member of The Violin Society of America
President and Acting Director of The Flatiron Luthier Cooperative
Cantor at St. Charles Borromeo
Former CEO of Master Class Talks Annual Series Inc.

Alex Schmer

Newly promoted from Worthy Apprentice to Fearless Apprentice of Sarah Kluge

Specializing in double bass and restoration
Space Manager for The Flatiron Luthier Cooperative
Privately teaching Double Bass and Guitar since 2017 at multiple studios in the Omaha Metro
Performed mariachi with several ensembles over five year, including Mariachi Zapata, Mariachi Patria Juvenil, and Mariachi Nueva Tradition
Member of Parfait, a jazz trio formed in March of 2021 (Instagram + Facebook)
Member of The Ione Band, and bassist since 2022

Judy Divis

Office Manager

A tremendous asset to the Omaha community through her 37 years as a violist in the Omaha Symphony, teaching a myriad of students on violin and viola
President of the Omaha Chamber Music Society
President and Acting Director of Good Vibrations

Barley

Shop Dog and Dishwasher

Curator of woodchips and bench warmer

Graziella

Shop Scout

Kitty says, “Remember, don’t touch your bow hair.”

Featured Cooperative:

Grace Albert Violins

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Featured Cooperative:

Violins of Omaha

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Now Hiring

Click here to view our job posting! Submit your job inquiry through the form or send your cover letter and professional resume to info@sarahgrayrestoration.com.

Your Partner in Preserving the Art and Culture of Stringed Instruments

Our expertise lies in understanding of the musician, the instrument and the interaction between the two. We are creating custom solutions for player’s physical needs as well as instrument’s purpose.

At The Flatiron Luthier, we know that every instrument, bow, and players' needs is unique, and we treat each with the utmost care and attention to detail. Our team of skilled luthiers is committed to providing the highest quality services to our clients, professional musicians, amateur enthusiasts, motivated students, or collectors alike.

Whether you need routine maintenance, appraisal or a deep-dive restoration, The Flatiron Luthier is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you reach your goals!

The Flatiron Luthier Services

Our President, Sarah Kluge of Sarah E. Gray Restoration LLC, has worked in this amazing field for over two decades. She earned apprenticeships, studied at Oberlin, workshops since 2011, served on the board of the Violin Society of America, participates in the British Violin Makers Association, public outreach, and in-trade or commission work for over a decade.

In addition to providing client services, The Flatiron Luthier is also dedicated to their partnership with The Flatiron Luthier Cooperative. We partner with local and other non-profit whose missions align to bring the joy of music to those who may not otherwise have access to it otherwise.