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  • Henri SelmerFounder of H. Selmer-Paris

    Henri Selmer
    Founder of H. Selmer-Paris

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    Henri Selmer graduated from the Conservatoire de Paris, in 1885. After a successful but brief career in the Orchestre de Paris as a clarinet performer he deserted playing to do full-time research meant to improve his instrument. He began by making reeds and mouthpieces. At the same time, Henri’s brother Alexandre left for the US…

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Jerry Clark
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Qantas Airlines celebrated their 50th business year by creating gold postcards. The idea has a certain appeal. The cards don’t measure-up, but the history is interesting.

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