Meet our team of Luthiers and Instructors
Steve Toscano
Head Luthier and Managing Director at Hornsby and Port Stephens
Steve studied the art of guitar making under the tutelage of master luthier Strato Anagnostis, learning what makes a fine and outstanding instrument.
In December 2016 Steve moved his workshop from Newcastle NSW to open up a dedicated 250sq metre luthiers space in Sydney.
In 2024 Steve moved with his young family back to his hometown of Nelson Bay and opened up the Taylors Beach (Port Stephens) workshop
David Gibson-Smith
Luthier and Instructor at Hornsby
David instructs guitar making at the Hornsby workshop.
Justin White
Luthier and Instructor at Hornsby
Justin teaches the Violin and Cello making classes on Monday nights at the Hornsby workshop.
Anna Bellamy
Luthier at Hornsby
Anna works part time from the Hornsby workshop, she is responsible for keeping our tools ultra sharp and in working order.
Anna is currently also working at the Sydney string centre.