René A. Morel, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

René A. Morel

luthier

Date of Birth: 11-Mar-1932

Place of Birth: France

Date of Death: 16-Nov-2011

Profession: luthier, musical instrument maker

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

René A.
Morel (11 March 1932 – 16 November 2011) was an experienced and influential luthier who was highly regarded by leading international string players, who had been described as "arguably the best violin restorer in the world".
He served on the juries of many violin-making competitions, and held offices in both the International Society of Violin and Bow Makers (Entente) as well as the American Federation of Violin and Bow Makers.