Stein would be the logical candidate to interview for such an article, however, I would not automatically assume that because of his temporary position, his remarks reflect the state of ALL German manufacturers, but rather of only those that his intimately familiar with.starting perhaps with the company he heads. Nest year, it will be someone else’s turn.Īs the rotating head of the BK, Mr. This year, it is Grotrian's Burkhard Stein's turn. To clarify further, 'the National Piano Makers Association of Germany (BK)', have a rotating chairman each year from amongst the 12 more known piano makers. Stein with news he may not be aware of, the 'Lipziger Piano Fabric', who made both Ronish and another less known line of pianos, Hupfeld, was recently purchased by Bluthner, and actually resumed production under the new ownership.īluthner's purchase of this company demonstrates the opportunities that some of the stronger piano makers in Germany have these days. This was indeed true, however, to provide Mr. Stein is quoted as saying that: 'The firm Leipziger Pianoforte has had to halt production completely'. While some piano makers in Germany are suffering, others are using their resources to gain strength, and hope to emerge in better position at the end of this economic downturn.
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