Mr Lorne Munroe comes to pick up his 2nd cello – made by Thomas Elmer in Phila 1962 – after some extensive repairs & adjustments. Its always a treat to see him , with his energy,his stories and his deep connection to history. His opinions are pointed – his charm is obvious- and his command of the cello is remarkable at his age.
The Elmer cello is interesting… it has a rugged charm and a sense of genuine personality.He was a cellist that Mr Munroe knew who began to make instruments in his spare time. Among Mr Munroe’s vivid recollections – the one that stands out to me is the image of him working on arching the cellos in his rather small apartment, Mr Munroe mentioned visiting him once and he was arching a back over the bath tub as a way to collect and control the flying wood chips. A priceless glimpse into how life and work were really lived.
