March 12, 2026
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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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September 29, 2019 No Comments
A picture without a story? No Sir! A Postcard Without a Caption A friend who knows I collect postcards showing people at work gave me this card and asked, “What’s happening, here!” I thanked my friend and sent out on a search to find what was happening in this picture. The card is a white […]