December 7, 2025
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Henri Selmer
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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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July 22, 2025 No Comments
It was postcards to the rescue when military marching bands needed sheet music. With help from a fancy paperclip that attached to the musician’s instrument, the Exhibit Supply Company of Chicago printed many favorite tunes on extra-stiff card stock.