History of the Henry F. Miller Piano
Birth of An American Classic
Boston, 1863. A classically trained musician named Henry F. Miller joins expert designer J.H. Gibson in founding a new piano company. Miller had worked for seven years at another piano maker, learning his craft. But as a performer, who had earned a reputation at the keyboard, he knew he could create a piano with the dynamics and aesthetics an artist could love.
Miller and Gibson's new instruments were such a success that Miller's fice sons were brought into the business. Under the leadership of Henry F. Miller, Jr., they improved and refined their pianos, and by the turn of the century, many virtuoso performers demanded Miller & Sons pianos for their concert work.
Built on a Solid Foundation
The Henry F. Miller plant, as it appeared in 1898, was typical of the industrial architecture of the day. Factories were built within cities to ensure a large labor pool. However, the space restrictions of most cities necessitated multi-story factories.
An Enduring Legacy
Over the next century and into the present, Henry F. Miller pianos have continued to be valued for their character as instruments and for the distinction of their design.
The Henry F. Miller commitment to excellence has been indisputable for over 135 years. Only the finest hardwoods and other materials are selected and delivered into the hands of skilled craftspeople. Their attention to detail and scrupulous quality control insure the instrument you select will last for generations.
An early advertisement from 1899