Arnold Dolmetsch

Arnold Dolmetsch

(Eugène) Arnold Dolmetsch (24 February 1858 - 28 February 1940), was a French-born musician and instrument maker who spent much of his working life in England and established an instrument-making workshop in Haslemere, Surrey. He was a leading figure in the 20th century revival of interest in Early Music.

Read more about Arnold Dolmetsch:  Dolmetsch's Early Life, The Early Music Revival, The Dolmetsch Family

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