Object Details
user
Shaw, Artie
maker
Buffet-Crampon & Cie.
Description
This B-flat clarinet (top instrument), serial number 22457, was made by Buffet-Crampon & Cie. Paris, France. 1938. It was previously owned and used by American jazz musician and band leader, Artie Shaw (1910 - 2004).
This B-flat clarinet (bottom instrument), serial number M6727, was made by Henri Selmer. Paris, France. 1945. It was previously owned and used by American jazz musician and band leader, Artie Shaw (1910 - 2004).
Shaw achieved International success with his recording of “Beguine the Beguine” in 1938. He continued his career performing around the world, selling thousands of records, and appearing on film and television. By the end of 1954 Shaw made his last appearance as a clarinetist and stopped performing to pursue other interests.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Gift of Artie Shaw
date made
1938
ID Number
2003.0264.01
serial number
22457
accession number
2003.0264
catalog number
2003.0264.01
Object Name
clarinet
Physical Description
wood, ebony (overall material)
metal (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 29 in x 3 1/4 in; 73.66 cm x 8.255 cm
place made
France: Île-de-France, Paris
See more items in
Culture and the Arts: Musical Instruments
Music & Musical Instruments
Clarinets
Highlights from the Culture and the Arts Collection
Jazz
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_1247016