Alastair McAllister
Harpsichord maker
“…historical integrity, design and workmanship.”
email: armcallister@yahoo.com
Alastair McAllister is a harpsichord maker who enjoys an international reputation.
He completed his first instrument more than 60 years ago and continues to be a lover of both the instrument and its music.
Living and working in Melbourne, Alastair, along with David Durance, is the longest standing Member of Worco and a former a Chairperson of the Co-operative.
To date, he has published 3 books: Talking Harpsichords: Snippets about John Bull, and Sonnets and Sundries.
Harpsichord after J.H.Harrass, 1714 - the property of Dr P.G.Watchorn, Boston, U.S.A.
Alastair McAllister prepares harpsichord for Australian Brandenburg Orchestra rehearsal. Sydney, Australia 2009.Photo credit – Steven Godbee
