What's the Story with Kohler and Campbell?

Today we get the story on Kohler & Campbell! This piano brand has a rich history that dates back to 1896. Founded in 1894 by Charles Kohler and John Calvin Campbell, Kohler and Campbell was one of the biggest and most successful piano manufacturers ever. Many older American brand names were absorbed into Kohler & Campbell during the Great Depression. Ceasing in 1985 in America, Kohler & Campbell is now owned and manufactured by Samick in South Korea.
0:00: Intro
10.28: Demo
14:38: Wrapping Up
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[@katiegrundle9900]

the little piano in casablanca was a kolher and campbell

[@joeyannas7828]

Thank you for sharing the history , I live about 15 minutes from the old factory in Granite Falls , my dad was working for them the day President Kennedy was shot . He wrote on some cards that Kennedy was shot today and stapled them in some of the pianos .

[@WillBravoNotEvil]

Hey Joey, I used to work at a piano / organ store in Charleston SC in the '70s. K&C was our lead piano brand. I made several trips to Granite Falls in a pickup truck pulling a huge U-Haul, returning with 6 or 7 consoles. I really enjoyed the trip - it was an easy drive up and a slower, more careful return.
So what happened to that big ole factory building? I'm super curious!

[@joeyannas7828]

@@WillBravoNotEvil the factory is still there but pretty much empty , the water tower still has K&C on it .

[@WillBravoNotEvil]

@@joeyannas7828 Thanks!

[@georgeservian9383]

Thanks for sharing the Kohler and Campbell story. Nice playing Patrick!

[@neldarust5951]

I have had my Kohler and Campbell (Waldorf) for 53 years. It needs some refurbishing and I can't afford to have it done so I was forced to find something else in my price range. My piano still sounds good even though the hammers are very worn and a few other problems. I love a Kohler and Campbell for their mellow and smooth sound. I need to find a home for it with someone who can have the needed repairs done. I love the story of the Kohler and Campbell piano.

[@Querencias7]

Great K&C info indeed. BTW, what is the name of the intro music you play, pls? Thanks!