John Challis (1907–1974) was a pioneering American builder of harpsichords and clavichords, recognized as the only harpsichord maker in the United States at one time. He apprenticed in England with Arnold Dolmetsch and later established his workshop in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Challis's instruments featured innovative materials like aluminum and brass, leading to unique tonal qualities and stability. Renowned for his craftsmanship, Challis influenced future makers, although his work represents a shift away from traditional historical construction methods toward modern technology in instrument making.
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Meaning of the name - John
God is gracious
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Place of Birth: South Lyon
Place of Death: The Bronx
Educated At: Michigan Normal College
Occupation: musical instrument maker
Employers: Self-employed | Arnold Dolmetsch
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 9, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for January 9, 2024 |
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| Sun | 18 Capricorn 21 | 18 Capricorn 57 | 15 Taurus 3 |
| Moon | 16 Scorpio 6 | 25 Sagittarius 30 | 8 Pisces 17 |
| Mercury | 4 Capricorn 4 | 25 Sagittarius 46 | 26 Aries 38 |
| Venus | 6 Sagittarius 27 | 13 Sagittarius 17 | 11 Aries 0 |
| Mars | 14 Scorpio 10 | 3 Capricorn 49 | 14 Capricorn 5 |
| Jupiter | 4 Cancer 5 | 5 Taurus 42 | 7 Cancer 41 |
| Saturn | 11 Pisces 32 | 4 Pisces 1 | 24 Pisces 41 |
| Uranus | 9 Capricorn 9 | 19 Taurus 14 | 12 Capricorn 32 |
| Neptune | 11 Cancer 3 | 25 Pisces 13 | 10 Cancer 25 |
| Pluto | 22 Gemini 17 | 29 Capricorn 37 | 22 Gemini 23 |
| Rahu | 3 Leo 20 | 20 Aries 24 | 27 Cancer 8 |
| Ketu | 3 Aquarius 20 | 20 Libra 24 | 27 Capricorn 8 |
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