About Jean Larrivée
Born 1944. Jean Larrivée is a Canadian and American musical instrument maker and luthier.
Jean Larrivée is a Canadian luthier specializing in guitars and the founder of Larrivée Guitars. He was originally trained as an auto mechanic, but began making guitars in 1967.
Early career He was originally trained as a luthier by Edgar Mönch in 1967, who had recently arrived as an immigrant to Canada.
Notable students and apprentices Grit Laskin Linda Manzer David Wren David Iannone Sergei de Jonge
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Who is Jean Larrivée?
Canadian luthier
When was Jean Larrivée born?
Jean Larrivée was born on 6 June 1944 in Montreal.
What is Jean Larrivée's occupation?
Jean Larrivée is a musical instrument maker and luthier.
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Jean Larrivée is Canadian and American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jean Larrivée. https://biography.guide/jean-larrivee/
MLA: "Jean Larrivée." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jean-larrivee/.
Chicago: "Jean Larrivée." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jean-larrivee/.
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