
Sohmer is a thorough piano maker who has patented many improvements,Įnhancing the value of his product. In 1870 he founded the firm of Sohmer & Company, by taking over the business of Marshall & Mittauer.

Returning to Germany he studied piano making for two years in some of the leading factories there. He came to New York at the age of sixteen and served his apprenticeship with Schiitze & Ludolff.

Hugo Sohmer, born in the Black Forest, Germany, in 1846, had the benefit of a classical education, including a thorough study of music. SOHMER PIANO MANUFACTURING COMPANY Established 1873 Ann Marie Damashek - ONLINE PIANO APPRAISALĬONDITION: Good condition - Nice Tone & Touch
