Lou had played professionally for nearly thirty years before meeting Amos Hargrave and finding an interest in instrument repair and restoration. Under Amos' tutelage, Lou began simple repairs and set-ups on instruments played by students of the Tulsa Public School system. After three years, Tulsa's need for a full-service dealer and restorer of fine and student instruments was realized with the opening
Anthony Hayes — Nice looking shop just from looking into through windows as they were closed in late evening.