At Wm. Lewis & Son, we know what it takes to make great music: craftsmanship,
patience, cooperation. We recognize that the excellence of the orchestra depends on each individual. We
know that recognition comes from a job well done. We've been building qualities into our stringed instruments
for years, putting a symbol of success right into the hands of students. From our attention to detail, to quality materials and workmanship, a Wm. Lewis & Son stringed instrument gives players a firsthand look at what it means to do things right.
Concerned by the lack of quality instruments and service for his students and colleagues, William Lewis (1835-1902) formed the
Chicago Music Company in 1874 with his partners Newell and Gibbs. Located in the heart of the Chicago business
district, players from the finest symphony orchestras in the world would often visit Lewis' shop to have their
own instruments appraised or serviced. Amati, Guarneri, and Stradivarius were commonly in inventory. He later
renamed the business Wm. Lewis Company (1886) as Wm. Lewis & Son (1896). Fred Lewis succeeded his father
as president of the company.
Today, Wm. Lewis & Son instruments continue the legacy of quality and service for orchestral string musicians.
Conn-Selmer, Inc. is a subsidiary of Steinway Musical Instruments, Inc., one of the world's
leading manufacturers of musical instruments. For additional financial information visit the
corporate web site at www.steinwaymusical.com.
