Douglas Pipher decided to take on the challenge.Ĭlearly the first step was to collect as much primary data as possible. It is well known that Selmer Paris possesses some archival records but they are not available to the public. With a background in statistical analysis and an established record in the study of Selmer history, Douglas was able to secure access to these archives. Once there, the daunting nature of the task became apparent. The archives are comprised of a series of very old and fragile notebooks, written by a variety of people, in a variety of handwriting styles. Some were neat and detailed and others were nearly illegible and of course, it is all written in French. The archive records contain four key elements: But, the fact that all the data still existed was like finding a treasure. Behind the staircase was the door to the back store room, where you kept your extra supplies and also where you took your breaks. The spiral staircase leading up to the repair shop was in the back left corner of the room. Instrument stands, bow rosin, and miscellaneous instrument parts were on shelves throughout the room as well. Woodwind and brass instruments were scattered across the room in various display cases. On the right wall were string instruments string basses and cellos were leaned against the wall, while the violins, violas, and bows were displayed on it. To the right of the desk was a large drumset, accompanied by a pair of drumsticks and brushes. The entire back wall was covered in guitars and basses. In the front left corner of the room was a grand piano, situated right in the window so passersby could see whenever someone plucked its keys. Picks were placed in two clear, plastic bowls on the desk itself. Surrounding it were reeds, bottles of valve oil, and guitar strings. The checkout desk was directly in the center in the room. Acoustic panels were attached to the burnt red walls to help quiet down the place, since the hardwood floors didn’t do much to help with that. It was two floors: the first was where you sold instruments, and the repair shop was above.
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