Book Chronicles Man Behind Ludwig Drums

The Ludwig Drum Company has announced the publication that tells the life story of Bill Ludwig II, patriarch of the Ludwig Drum Company. "The Making of a Drum Company" The Autobiography of Bill Ludwig II reveals the exceptional history of the passion and leadership Bill brought to the building of the Ludwig Drum Company.

Featuring 160 photographs of the Ludwig family and business history, this book is filled with real life stories that made Ludwig a famous name in drums. "

This book is available through any Ludwig dealer, or directly from The Selmer Company. The book is referred to as AV8107, or the Bill Ludwig Book, and retails at $20. Orders can be placed via fax at 800-458-2982, through customer service at 800-348-7567, or by mail to Bill Ludwig Book, The Ludwig Company, P O Box 310, Elkhart, IN 46515.

The Ludwig Drum Company is a division of The Selmer Company, Inc., the largest manufacturer of band and orchestra instruments in the United States. The Selmer Company is a subsidiary of Steinway Musical Instruments, Inc.