September 13, 2026
Tag: Henri Selmer
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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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February 27, 2020 No Comments
I’m sure everyone has heard of 10-gallon hats. This is the story of the man who made them by the wagonload at his factory in the Delaware Valley.