William Whedbee violin, 1988, Chicago USAA Modern American Violin by William Whedbee, 1988 Chicago Radiant, resonant, adaptable American luthier William Whedbee followed his combined interest in music and woodworking to study in Cremona at the Institute of Violin Making. In 1979, Whedbee moved back to Chicago at the invitation of William Harris Lee and established his private workshop thereafter. This particular violin is an example of Whedbees excellent craftsmanship. The back is two piece