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Carree...the luthier?

Author: Chalumeau Joe
Date: 2007-02-25 16:12

Robert Carree is acknowledged as being the father of the R-13, as most of us on this BB already know.

However, several references on the Web describe Carree as an "extremely talented 'luthier'." I thought luthier is a designator reserved only for makers of stringed instruments.

Carree was an obviously talented acoustician; however, it still surprises me that one of the world's greatest wind instruments was designed by a stringed instrument maker.

Is the R-13 considered to be Carree's greatest achievement? I'm curious about learning more of Carree's other contributions to the world of musical instruments. Any insights or references?

Joe

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