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The Making of a Drum Company : The Autobiography of William E. Ludwig II

The Making of a Drum Company : The Autobiography of William E. Ludwig II
By William F. II Ludwig

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The Ludwig Drum Company was the world's largest drum company in the 1920s under founder William F. Ludwig, and again in the 1960s under his son. This fascinating autobiography by William F. Ludwig II begins with his childhood recollections of home life and his father's drum factory. As a teenager, Mr. Ludwig became the national rudimental champion and member of the famous International Marimba Symphony Orchestra. Taking time out for distinguished wartime military service, the author helped his father start a second drum company, W.F.L. Restoration of the family name to the business, Total Percussion, The Beatles, N.A.R.D., selling the company to Selmer, and his active lecture career since - all these topics are addressed here in captivating detail, in the words of William F. Ludwig II.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #979809 in Books
  • Published on: 2001-12-01
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 128 pages

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The best book on drums5
I loved this book, I could not put it down.It was fascinating
to read the story of arguably the most famous name in drums.
His honesty about mistakes made as well as his relationship with his competitors and his father was really interesting.This is a must read.

Another great one from RC!5
I really enjoyed this charming account of Bill Ludwig's life. I have to say that I'm glad I'm not on his bad side, because he spares none of his enemies!

Still, it is a sentimental and lovely book, betraying a golden hearted yet savvy businessman. A must for any drum collectors.