May 20, 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
Past Article
February 4, 2021 3 Comments
“How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” is the vaudeville way of asking what’s the secret to success. Success takes on a whole new meaning when the proper proportions of talent, skill, and tenacity are blended, after hours and hours of practice, practice, practice. The same question could be asked about The Met.