The names of pianos are arranged alphabetically in this book to
ascertain the character and reliability of any instrument. In this
day of advertising and enterprise the names of most great pianos are
familiar to the public. But there are a few of the older instruments
whose originators succeeded in making their genius known. But on
leaving the scene, their successors, permitted the priceless fame of
those pianos to decline. Such pianos are of course given their
deserved place in this book and, even if the name may seem strange,
the commendation herein accorded may be accepted as reliable. Many
of the firms mentioned here managed to survive the 1920's but
succumbed during the depression years. Others were swallowed up in
the two big combines, the Aeolian Company and the American Piano
Company, that came into being shortly after World War I.
ACKERMAN & LOWE
Pianos and player pianos bearing this name were made in Marion
Ohio from 1907 to 1927, after that date they were made by Jesse
French and Kasselman at Newcastle, Indiana. These pianos were
reliable but would require the instrument be in exceptional
condition or have great sentimental value in order to warrant
rebuilding.
ACOUSTIGRANDE
Pianos of admirable character were built by Chickering Brothers
of Chicago Illinois. Company was not affiliated with the CHICKERING
& SONS' piano company.
ADLER
This famous old industry was founded in 1908 by Peter Adler and
was, after a long and honorable career, owned and controlled by his
sons, who give personal attention to every department of the model
factory and offices in Louisville Ky. The instruments produced were
distinguished for their fine and durable qualities. The Studio
Grand, an instrument of marked power and beauty was only five feet
in length, and it has attained to great favor among discriminating
classes of music lovers.
AEOLIAN
H. B. Tremaine was a business genius who brought about the
commercial exploitation of the piano player on a big scale.
Tremaine's father had built a successful small business making and
cranked table-top-sized mechanical organs, a very popular item in
homes in the late 1800's. He founded the "Aeolian Organ and Music
Company" around 1888; the firm achieved considerable success with
larger instruments and organs. His son took over in 1899 and
immediately set about to apply his own business acumen to the
company's affairs. With the newly perfected "Pianola,' he launched
an aggressive advertising campaign which was entirely new to the
stodgy piano business. With four page color advertisements (almost
unheard of in that day) published in the popular magazines, he
literally stunned the piano industry with the message that here,
indeed, was the answer to everyone's prayer for music in the home!
Tremaine and Pianola built an enormous business empire over the next
thirty years. It wasn't long after the turn of the century that it
was deemed desirable to "miniaturize" the clumsy Pianola and other
similar, instruments so that they could be built directly inside the
pianos. Within a few short years, the push up"players disappeared
from the scene. By this time everyone got into the act, and every
piano maker so manufactured a player of some sort.
This name is known the world over in connection with musical
instruments, It is applied to some of the various products of the
Aeolian Company of New York which instruments of renown included the
Duo Art Pianola, Weber Pianola, Steck Pianola, Wheelock Pianola,
Stuyvesant Pianola, Steinway Duo Art Pianola, Stroud Pianola the
Aeolian Orchestrelle and the Aeolian Pipe Organ; it also controlled
the Meludee Music Co., Inc., and the Universal Music Co.
AHLSTROM PIANO COMPANY
Established by Mr. C.A. Ahlstrom, who was a noted piano expert of
the era and whose ideas aided in the development of the Piano
Industry. The Ahlstrom "ARTONE" piano was marked by several
improvements, such as the non-blocking Action and a device for
dividing tone volume, which enabled the production of a sustained
pianissimo tone in the bass for the accompaniment, with the normal
tone in the treble for melody. This device is used today by
virtually every piano maker in the world as the left pedal on every
vertical piano manufactured. The "ARTONE" name was used to designate
the special characteristics of Ahlstrom Pianos because of their
highly perfected construction and artistic tone. An Ahlstrom "ARTONE"
Upright piano may be worthy of rebuilding. One of the few
upright-vertical pianos in the world worth the time and investment
to do so. This also applies to the Player-Pianos known as the "ARTONOLO,"
and the Ahlstrom grands known as the "ART-GRAND" and "ART-
REPRODUCING" Grand Expression - Reproducing Player Pianos - Not just
a player piano but a player piano that plays with the exact amount
of loud and soft expression by the artist. All "ART-REPRODUCING"
Pianos are collectors items that command very high prices.
ALBERT
Pianos bearing this name have an enviable reputation for superior
workmanship, materials, tone qualities, beautiful case designs and
customer satisfaction. This was one of the established piano houses
that always strived to see how perfectly they could construct each
piano. Each instrument was carefully inspected by Mr. Daniel Albert
musician extraordinary, and expert piano builder wherever and
whenever he was available. Pianos worth rebuilding.
ALBRECHT
Albrecht pianos were one of the first pianos made in America.
Established in 1774 By Charles Albrecht of Philadelphia
Pennsylvania. A little known historical fact is that an Albrecht
Piano was located in Independence Hall on the day the declaration of
Independence was signed. The first Albrecht Piano can be viewed at
the Historical Society of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
ALDRICH
House's name of pianos sold by Sherman Clay, San Francisco,
California, the unchallenged leader in music the same company that
provided music to the entire west coast of America. Pianos were
always of excellent and durable quality.
ALLMENDINGER
Established in 1902, Grand pianos were distinguished for their
beautiful tone, their handsome and distinctive designs, their
exquisite craftsmanship and great durability. Grand pianos were made
one-at-a-time with the finest raw materials available. Some
instruments were made under the name of long time piano maker B.G.
Henderson.
ALTOONA Well known A Pennsylvania brand name throughout
the Middle Eastern States.
AMERICAN PIANO COMPANY
This company was created as a "combine" of the finest pianos the
world has ever seen. Company was established in 1903, later to
become Aeolian-American. Subsidiary Companies Chickering & Sons,
Boston, Mass., established 1823 Wm. Knabe & Co., Baltimore, Md.,
established 1837 Mason & Hamlin Co., Boston established 1854
Armstrong Co., Rochester, N. Y. which includes the following
subsidiary companies Haines Bros., established 1851 Marshall &
Wendell Piano Co., established 1835 Franklin Piano Co. established
1894; Foster & Co. established 1881; Armstrong Piano Co. established
in 1884; Brewster Piano Co., established 1883; The Amphion Co.,
established 1903; also, East Rochester Iron Works and The Ampico
Corporation.
The American Piano Company organized in 1903. The affiliation of
the various houses forming it insured for each a wider scope for
musical activity, and valuable advantages in securing the best the
world markets afford in materials which enter into piano
construction. The wisdom of this important affiliation of various
interests with similar ideals is apparent to any student of modern
business methods disclosing such affiliation to be the uniting
factor in the success of every great American institution of equal
importance however, was the preservation of the individuality of the
great houses forming this company. This individuality was preserved
with scrupulous care. The Chickering was still made in Boston, where
it has been made continuously for nearly a hundred years, in the
great factory built through the foresight and vision of Jonas
Chickering.
The Chickering organization and personnel directed its
construction and preserved the high ideals of the founder. The Knabe
made in Baltimore since 1837, was still constructed there with all
the Knabe traditions in the hands of those who received their
inspiration from the elder Knabe. In Rochester the Foster-Armstrong
Company embraced in a series of factories in which the individuality
of various pianos was preserved and directed by its separate
organizations Haines Bros., Marshall & Wendell, Franklin, Foster,
Armstrong and The American Piano Company also manufactured the
Ampico, which was obtainable in several of the pianos made at its
various divisions.
AMERICAN PLAYER-PIANO
The American Player-Piano Co. was established in 1902. Many
thousands of these instruments have been sold, and they give perfect
satisfaction. The industry is controlled by Bjur Bros. Co. of New
York, which has won a place of distinction in the musical world. A
player of first-class quality and perfectly safe to purchase. Refer
also to Bjur Bros. Co.
AMPICO
The ordinary player-piano has only one basic function, that of
striking the notes. The reproducing piano added the ability to
recreate the touch, the shadings, the nuances, of the original
recording - all the expression characteristics, and making the
difference between purely mechanical sounds and true artistry. The
paper roll was obliged, therefore, to include extra perforations
which carried the "expression information" in coded form. These
codes, which bear a resemblance to the language of modern computers,
were either captured at the time of the initial recording or added
later in an editing process. The reproducing piano was equipped with
apparatus to "read" these expression holes and to reconstruct the
exact expression of a piece while other holes played the notes.
Today, when we hear the words "digitally enhanced," we think of a
highly-sophisticated disc electronic sound system replete with
elaborate and costly loudspeakers, a magnificent cabinetry tailored
to fit properly into one's home and all backed up by extensive
marketing and advertising by numerous manufacturers.
One wonders how anything could possibly sound finer. Yet to many,
the true ultimate in "digital piano" occurred when the reproducing
piano reigned supreme in its ability to re-create "live" the
performances of great keyboard artists right in the home.
The American Piano Company introduced its device to the market
and called it the Ampico. It was based on the designs of an
eccentric mechanical genius, one Charles Fuller Stoddard. Stoddard,
whose home was a maze of newfangled contraptions of his own design,
spent the last few years of his life entertaining the world's
greatest piano virtuosos who would record on his unique Ampico
recording piano. Ampico reproducing systems were eventually
installed in such fine pianos as the Mason & Hamlin, the Knabe, the
Chickering, the Beale in Australia, and the Willis in Canada.
In the mid-twenties, the Ampico Corporation engaged a scientist,
Dr. Clarence Hickman, to completely re-engineer the Ampico
reproducing system and roll making process. His work resulted in the
so-called "Model B" Ampico pianos which represented the highest
possible standards of technology available at the time. Hickman
developed the famous "spark chronograph" method of capturing
expression characteristics of individual pianists and today, the
"Model B" Ampico pianos are in great demand by collectors, and at
prices that go right through the roof, $100,000 to $200,000 in mint
condition. Hickman recognized that the best way to measure
expression is in terms of the energy imparted directly to the piano
strings by the piano's hammers. He devised a scheme by which the
velocity, and hence the energy, of each hammer could be measured
just prior to hitting the string. This information was then directed
to a recording device and the coded expression holes were adapted
directly to the master production roll. Hickman was also a renowned
expert on explosives, and he is responsible for the development of
the tank-busting recoilless rifle, the "bazooka," which helped the
United States secure victory in World War II. The bazooka is named
after still another musical instrument, but that's another story.
The Ampico received the highest endorsement of artists and
musical critics throughout the world and demonstrated its ability to
reenact perfectly the artists playing in comparison concerts in
which it demonstrated side by side with the actual playing of the
living pianist, Godowsky, Rubirstein, Dobitaityi, firovitch,
Ornsteili, Levitzki, Moisciwitsch and many other great pianists have
submitted their playing to this supreme test with triumphant results
for the Ampico. In addition to playing the artists' record music
rolls the Ampico may be operated with any standard 88-note music
roll to which the operator imparts his own interpretation and the
instrument may be played manually the same as any upright or grand.
in using the artists' record music rolls the Ampico is operated with
an electric motor which obviates the necessity of pumping or effort
of any kind on the part of the operator. The Ampico may be had in
the world-famous Chickering, Haines Bros., Marshall & Wendell,
Franklin, Fischer and the celebrated Knabe pianos and for Canadian
distribution also in the Willis pianos.
AMPICHRON
Timer created by Ampico to turn on precisely on the hour, plays a
short selection and strike the hour throughout the day.
ANDERSON, POUL & ANDERSON & BYSMAN
Imported by F.T. Anderson, New York,. Built by Ricca Piano
Company
ANGELUS
Good quality vertical and grand pianos handmade in New Jersey and
New York. Production about 500 pianos a year. Excellent rebuilt
project. The Angelus reproducing piano made and distributed by the
Premier Grand Piano Corp. was a fine piano. It reproduced the
playing of the world's great pianists exactly true to life. These
remarkable results are due to the employment of the famous Angelus
recording and expression devices.
APARTMENT GRAND
Name applied to a small 4' 7" grand piano equipped with an
electric candelabra. Built for small apartments, very popular in the
Chicago and Mid West United States. Circa 1920 - 1933. By Lyon &
Healy Chicago Ill.
APOLLO
Established as Clark 1901-. The trademark "Apollo" was one of the
best known and most widely advertised names in the world. The Apollo
reproducing system was created and manufactured by Welte, with
values similar to the Ampico collection. Welte piano rolls contain
many of the worlds greatest artists and composers of the time. by
Wurlitzer DeKalb Ill.
The trade-mark "Apollo" is one of the best known and most widely
advertised names in the piano trade, both in this and foreign
countries, in many of which the trade mark has been registered and a
large business established The name was first used by Melville Clark
Piano Co of De Kaib, Illinois The name Apollo has been for some
years past the name of a very high grade line of grand pianos and
reproducing grand pianos manufactured by The Apollo Piano Company.
The name is now known principally as a brand of a reproducing
mechanism of the highest order of perfection. This mechanism
possesses many exclusive features and iii this field is unexcelled.
The Apollo has a large and constantly growing library of rolls
containing the names of the world ' greatest composers and pianists,
the nucleus of which is the famous Welte library to which most of
the worlds leading musicians have contributed. The Apollo mechanism
is found only in Wurlitzer and Apollo pianos.
ARCHER PIANO CO.
549 W.42nd Street New York, Est. 1906, Company sold to Braumuller
in 1921, Trade Mark Braumuller, also made Baumeister. Produced
60,000 pianos in 15 years. These pianos are worthy of restoration.
Grand pianos were distinguished for their beautiful tone, their
handsome and distinctive designs, their exquisite craftsmanship.
ARGYLE Trademark name on pianos of durable character by
Elbel Bros., South Bend, Md.
ARIA DAVINA This name now familiar as applied to pianos
is that of the M.Schulz Co. reproducing piano. The Aria Divinas were
artistic instruments in every way from case designs to tone and
accuracy with which the performances of great pianists are
reproduced with perfect ease by the performer. The Aria Divina is an
instrument of artistic character in which are features of notable
achievement. In everything that was advanced in the latest
development of the instruments by which the actual performances of
the world's greatest pianists were instantly reproduced in any
parlor the Aria Divina stood. Any Aria Divina piano is worth the
time and investment to completely rebuild.
ARION
Philadelphia, Pa. Name used on pianos by various piano merchants.
The original was an excellent commercial piano around the turn of
the century.
ARLINGTON A very old piano name found upon instruments
produced by the American Piano Company.
ARMSTRONG
Was made by the Armstrong Piano Company factory located in
Rochester, N. Y.. The quality of the Armstrong was best described by
the company's slogan, "Sound in Body and Musical in Soul." The
Armstrong was noted for refinement of case design, great durability
and beautiful tone quality. The Armstrong player-pianos were among
the most widely known of the reliable instruments on the market.
Armstrong pianos had been used in the Rochester Public Schools with
practical exclusiveness for many years. The name of this instrument
was that of a prominent officer of the American Piano Co., a
gentleman of long experience in the piano industry and personally
one of the foremost influences in the line of work to which he is
devoted.
ARTEMIS
This was the name applied by the Steger & Sons Piano Mfg. Company
of Chicago and Steger, Illinois, to a line of pianos and player
pianos of high character produced by the Artemis Division of that
industry. The instruments were very reliable. They were noted for
beautiful tone and admirable designs. The construction of Artemis
pianos and player pianos was thoroughly dependable. The popularity
of the Artemis line of pianos had made it a national institution.
The success as popular, moderate priced instruments had been
achieved on the basis of merit. Considerations such as overall
condition should be made before investing in a complete rebuild
unless there is sentimental value involved.
ARTIST NEWARK N.J. Name used by Bamberger's Department
store on a reliable piano
ARTISAN SEE A.B. CHASE COMPANY
ARTONE
This name was employed by Ahlstrom Piano Co., of Jamestown, N.Y.
to designate the special characteristics of the Ahlstrom pianos,
because of their highly perfected construction and artistic tone.
The makers considered them a classic among pianos and therefore
featured as the Ahlstrom "ARTONE" pianos, the players being known as
the "Artonolo" and the grands as "Arto-Grand" and "Art Reproducing,"
these names being derivatives of "ARTONE."
ART-O-TONE
This is the distinguishing name adopted by the Schumann Piano Co.
of Rockford, Ill., The Art O Tone was first introduced at the annual
convention of the piano trades in Chicago.
ASTOR PIANO CO.
This company was owned and controlled by the Bacon Piano Co., New
York City, of which Mr. W. P. H. Bacon was president. This piano
manufacturing concern was named in honor of John Jacob Astor, who
founded the Bacon Piano Company in the year 1789. The Astor Piano
Co. produced uprights and player-piano instruments that were notable
for their beautiful resonant tone and handsome and distinctive case
designs. The Astor Piano was renown for it's quality and
workmanship. The Astor Piano is an excellent instrument to consider
rebuilding.
AUTOPIANO
One of the strongest and most enterprising of the American
player- piano industries. The success of this factory had been such
that the factory floor space embraced more than 300,000 square feet
with an annual capacity of 10,000 player pianos. The Autopiano
Company had for years exported its popular product to sections of
the world, and the Autopiano was notable for its remarkable
expression capabilities and staunch durability. It resisted the
climatic extremes of the Arctic regions and the tropical zone
equally well.
Being manufactured by player-piano specialists, in large
factories devoted exclusively to the manufacture of player-pianos,
and having an expert knowledge of the exact requirements of the
foreign trade, were all leading reasons why the Autopiano Company
proposition was unusually attractive and appealing. The Autopiano
line embraced a comprehensive assortment of prices and styles,
including upright players, reproducing pianos and grand
player-pianos. This company manufactured the Autopiano, the
Autopiano Electric Expression, the Autopiano Grand, the Autopiano
Welte-Mignon (licensed), the Autopiano Welte-Mignon (licensee)
Grand, and the Pianist Player-piano.
It was said that there were twice as many Autopiano's in use as
any other player piano. The Autopiano was a thoroughly high grade
piano, containing a player mechanism of marvelous attainments in
which a great number of patented devices that make possible
interpretation of the highest order on the Autopiano. The Autopiano
received the highest awards at the following expositions: Grand
Highest Award, Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exhibition, 1909; Grand Prix,
Rotterdam, Holland, International Musical Exhibition, 1909; Gold
Medal, Manchester, England, Industrial Exhibition, 1910; Gold Medal.
Manchester Coronation Exhibition, 1911; Highest Award, Appalachian
Exposition, Knoxville, Tenn., 1911; Gold Medal, Second Insular Fair,
Porto Rico, 1911; Festival of Empire, London, England, 1911; Grand
Prix, International Exposition, Petrograd, Russia, 1911; Grand
Premix, International Exposition, Turn Italy, 1911; Gold Medal,
International Exhibition, Leeds, England, ibis; Grand Prix and
Diploma of Honor, Anglo-American Exhibition at London, England, in
1914; and the Gold Medal and Diploma of Honor, International
Exposition at Lyons, France 1914. The State Commissioners of more
than twenty States officially selected the Ethiopian for they're,
respective State Buildings at the Panama-Pacific International
Exposition, San Francisco, Ca. , 1915. The New Mexico and Washington
State Buildings of the Panama-California Exposition, San Diego, Cal.
1915, also officially selected the Autopiano. In addition to this
practically universal selection at these last two named exposition.
, The Autopiano received at the San Francisco Panama-Pacific
International Exposition the following awards: (1) The medal of
Honor; (2) Gold Medal; (S) Silver Medal.
The Autopiano was also an official purveyor to the royal families
of Japan and is in the palaces of Prince Shidlnadya and Prince ITO;
they also enjoy this distinction in Korea where Prince Ye of the
reigning dynasty had an Autopiano in his palace. Puccini used an
Autopiano, and Victor Herbert the composer expressed his
appreciation of this instrument.
Vessels in the United States and foreign navies purchased and
used these instruments. The manner in which they stand up under all
sorts of climatic conditions and hard usage incidents to life on the
shipboard is strong evidence of their great durability.
Abbe Lorenzo Perosi, once the leader of the famous Sistine Choir of
Rome. And director of all music used in the Catholic Church, honored
The Autopiano Co. with a testimonial as to the artistic quality of
this remarkable instrument. Autopiano was appointed as the official
piano to the Holy See by His Holiness, Pius XI. , That appointment
made the third consecutive Pontifical benediction, meant that the
Autopiano was predominant at the Vatican. The Autopiano received
further endorsements from Her Majesty, Elizabeth, Queen of the
Belgians; Cardinal Mercer of Belgium, and the new American Cardinal
Dougherty. The Autopiano enjoyed wonderful popularity in the United
States Army. Seven auto pianos were shipped to be used at the
Fortress Monroe. Nearly one hundred were in use in various army
posts throughout the country before the war. During the war more
than 200 were shipped to various cantonments throughout the United
States bringing the total of the auto pianos in use in the United
States Army to nearly 300. The most amazing thing was that these
instruments were purchased by all of the aforementioned people and
places.
AUTOPIANO - WELTE- MIGNON
As a player, using any eighty-eight note music roll, it was the
Autopiano itself, electrically pumped. As a reproducing piano using
the Welte-Mignon reproducing record, it presented the exact "tonal
portrait" of the artist. Every gradation of tone, every change of
the tempo, every dynamic modification was unerringly reproduced. The
world's master pianists, most eminent composers recorded their art
for the Welte-Mignon Model of The Autopiano.
This company of distinguished musicians includes Paderewski,
Hofmann, Busoni, dePachmann. D'Albert, Lhevinne. Bloomfield-Zeisler,
Sauer, Gabrilowitsch, Scharwenka, Ganz, Schelling, Caireno, Spross,
Grieg, R. Strauss, Samaroff, Epstein, Fryer, Mero, LaForge,
Saint)Saens, Leschetizky, Debussy, Leoncavallo, Lamond, Nikisch,
Humperdinck and many others, as well as all the late popular lists
played by New York's finest jazz artists.
The remarkable effects produced by the Welt-Mignon Model of the
Autopiano (licensed) were made possible by the use of the Auto de
Luxe Welte-Mignon player mechanism (licensee). The faithful
recording of the artist's performance are procured by a secret
process. How carefully the secret is guarded is demonstrated by the
fact that no other reproducing piano has been able to approximate
the results achieved through the Welt-Mignon mechanism, using the
Welt Artist reproducing records. This instrument has been submitted
to various comparison tests of the severest nature. And in every
instance has been triumphant. The Welte-Mignons Model of The
Autopiano (licensee) was, therefore, a great achievement in a double
sense, in that it had artistic possibilities, second to none.
AUTOTONE
A high class player-piano manufactured in the Autotone Department
of Hardman, Peck & Co., New York City. The Autotone possesses a
number of exclusive features. Among which are: The Accentors, which
accomplishes the "human touch" the ability to properly accent the
melody; the "loud" pedal, the Selector, enabling one to run through
a roll quickly and silently until the special part one has selected
to play is reached; the Transposing Adjustor. Enabling one to
transpose any composition from its original key specially valuable
in accompanying singers and which also insures perfect adjustment of
the music roll should it ever be affected by climatic changes: and
the graduating lever by means of which the amount of tone can be he
regulated the same as by the soft pedal; the Repertoire, containing
an inexhaustible wealth of music of every kind. Unless the name
Autotone, (spelled exactly as it sounds) appears on the fall board,
the instrument is not genuine. The Autotone is made with two (and
only two) basic pianos) Hardman and Harrington. Unless the basic
piano is one of these, the instrument is not an Autotone, The
Autotone is not a combination of a player mechanism made in one
factory and piano made by another concern. It is, on the contrary, a
complete player-piano of, the highest class, every portion of which
player action, piano action and entire piano itself being made in
one factory under the personal supervision of the experts of
Hardman, Peck & Co.
FRANCIS BACON
Francis Bacon pianos and player pianos were made by The Bacon
Piano Co., W. P. H. Bacon, president. The history of this company,
starting in 1789, is the history of the piano business in America.
It received medals and diplomas for the excellence of its
instruments wherever they have been exhibited, notably at the
Philadelphia World's Fair in 1876, and at Chicago in 1908. This
instrument enjoyed unusual favor with the trade and the musical
public, and was regarded as one of the most versatile of all
desirable instruments in the market. Francis Bacon pianos, player
pianos, electric expression players, reproducing pianos (licensed
under Welte-Mignon patents) and grands had a century and a quarter
of experience and "know how" behind them and emphasize unusual value
at moderate prices.
BAILEY
This well known piano, established 1901, attained a good place
among popular instruments. Instruments of extraordinary value which
are guaranteed by Bjur Bros. Co. Factory, 707 Whitlock Ave., New
York. In the matter of durability also, these pianos were desirable
for home use where moderate cost was a consideration coupled with
the natural desire to receive good value for the money invested.
There were well more than 45,000 Bailey pianos sold in the United
States. The Bailey Piano was controlled by Bjur Bros. Co. New York,
N.Y. Bailey pianos were manufactured by Bjur who
also manufactured the American Piano, not connected
to The AMERICAN PIANO COMPANY, East Rochester N.Y. Bjur was bought out during 1928 by Kohler & Campbell - Bailey pianos
were also manufactured as Brambach.
BALDWIN
Pianos bearing this well known and an honorable name was the
product of The Baldwin Piano Mfg.Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio, and were.
In the best sense of the word, instruments of the highest degree of
excellence. The system or chain of scientific improvements peculiar
to the Baldwin piano based on the law of acoustics, and known as the
Baldwin acoustic system, which permitted the greatest conservation
of tone, secures an artistic result of the highest quality, and has
resulted in gaining for. It a leading position among the world's
artistic musical instruments. The Baldwin piano has an individuality
of the highest character. When it was exhibited at the International
Exposition at Paris in 1900 it was honored with an award (The Grand
Prix) which has never been bestowed on any, other American piano,
and the highest honor ever received by any, piano made In America.
The Baldwin pianos are made in most modem and perfectly equipped
factories under ideal manufacturing conditions. At the Louisiana
Purchase Exposition, St. Louis, Mo., 1904, the Baldwin piano was
again awarded the Grand Prize and still another Grand Prize was
awarded the Baldwin pianos and Manualos at the Anglo-American
Exposition, London, 1914. The "New York Tribune," in commenting on
the comprehensive display of the Baldwin Company at Paris, and the
success of this piano and this house, said that they made a record
that would never he forgot in the history of uprights, grands and
reproducing pianos, the grands including the various sizes from
concert grands to small grands for parlors. In Rome, 1923, the
Baldwin piano was awarded the Papal Medal and the House of Baldwin
appointed "Purveyors to the Holy See." The Baldwin piano is
recognized as a universal favorite between the leading operatic
artists and virtuosos of the pianoforte. The Baldwin Manualo is a
unification of the most artistic piano with the most scientific
players' construction; in other words, it combines the highest
artistic attainment in piano production with the most gratifying
ability of performance. The entire output is controlled by The
Baldwin Piano Company.
The Baldwin Grand Piano, designed, built and guaranteed by the
Baldwin Company, Loveland, Ohio, is used exclusively by the first
rank of artists in all spheres of musical expression - pianists,
composers, conductors, singers, instrumentalists - as well as the
outstanding symphony orchestras around the world and in music
festivals everywhere. Without reservation, from the nine-foot
concert grand to the five feet, two inch grand, every Baldwin
embodies the latest concepts of acoustical science and piano making,
it is a precision engineered musical instrument of the highest
degree of excellence. Any Baldwin made piano is worth the time.
Money and energy to rebuild or refurbish. Baldwin also builds Howard
spinet and grand pianos, and Hamilton studio pianos for home and
school, all maintain great resale value.
BAUS
A reliable instrument of good reputation, made by The Baus Piano
Co. at Southern Boulevard and Trinity Avenue, New York; also makers
of the Baus Player Piano. Baus pianos and players had been
acknowledged to be of popular and durable manufacture. They are made
in handsome styles and were depended upon for substantial ability.
This industry is controlled by Jacob Doll & Sons. , Inc.
H. C. BAY COMPANY
A piano that has won a distinct place and is recognized by the
public as an excellent instrument that may be found in many of the
foremost piano houses throughout the country. Also very prominent is
the famous "Solo Concerto," which has attained to a powerful place
in the entertainment world, the "Drachmann," equally admirable, and
other players such as the "Meldorf," "Vollmer"and "Bellmann,' H.C.
BAY makes its own cases, backs, metal parts and has its own plating
plant. The H. C. Bay players' actions, distinguished for its
simplicity, ease of operation and durability. Is used in all players
produced by the company. It is a notable fact that the H. C. Bay
instruments have developed a larger demand within the period of
their manufacture than any other instruments. Increasing business
forced the company out of its Chicago factory early in 1917, and an
extensive plant at Bluffton, Indiana, was purchased, where now the
above-mentioned players are built under most favorable conditions.
Manufactured hand-crafted pianos under a various name which was a
common practice during that time.
BECKER BROS.
Manufactured by Becker Bros. (incorporated), whose factory is at
52nd St. and 10th Ave., New York. Pianos of great merit in which the
skill and experience of the makers are clearly evinced. And which
rapidly increased in fame and demand. Mr. Jacob H. Becker. The
founder of the Becker Bros. piano, were a recognized expert and he
trained his associates who sustained the fine character of the house
and the instruments of its manufacture. The piano is well known for
its tonal quality superior mechanical features and durability. It is
representative of the better class of the American piano, and
thoroughly merits the confidence which the public reposes in it. The
Becker Bros. player- piano is equally meritorious and is noted for
its simplicity of construction and ease of operation. It also
contains some exclusive features of merit. Pianos of great merit in
which the skill and rience of the makers are clearly evident. Grand
pianos worthy of rebuilding.
BELLMANN
Name of well-made and handsomely designed player pianos
manufactured by the H. C. Bay Company in the factories of that
industry at Bluffton, Ind. Bellmann player pianos stand well among
the better class of popular instruments and they may be commended
with assurance of satisfactory results.
BEHR BROS. & CO.
Manufactured by a veteran organization which has been actively
engaged in making pianos since the year 1851. Behr upright and grand
pianos are distinguished far their beautiful tone, their handsome
and distinctive designs, their exquisite craftsmanship and great
durability. Behr player-pianos are famed for their exclusive and
distinctive expression devices, which make possible the most
artistic effects. Highest awards have been granted the well-known
Behr Bros. instruments at leading worlds' fairs and centennial
expositions, such as New Orleans, 1885; Melbourne. 1888, and
Chicago. 1893.
Xavier Scharwenka. Moritz Moszkowski, S. B. Mills, Edottard
Remenyi and a host of other world famous artists and composers.
Etc., have unqualifiedly endorsed the instruments bearing the Behr
Bros. & Co.
The Behr Reproducing Piano (licensed under Welte-Mignon patents)
is a notable addition to. This artistic line, and is three complete
and distinctive instruments in one A piano, a player-piano. A
reproducing piano. The Behr Reproducing Piano actually reproduces or
creates the world's greatest compositions, played by pianists of
international fame. There are hundreds of artists' hand-played music
rolls available for this remarkable instrument.
BEHNING & SON
Behning & Son pianos were made in the same factory as the
Behr Brothers made by Kohler & Campbell,
Behning & Son pianos were known for their elegant cabinet styles.
Grand pianos were distinguished for their beautiful tone, their
handsome and distinctive designs, their exquisite craftsmanship and
great durability. Worthy of rebuilding. The instruments manufactured
by the Behning Piano Co., New York City, are well and favorably
known, having been originally established in 1861, by the late Henry
Behning, a piano-maker of skill and experience.
GEORGE P. BENT CO This name was one of the most widely
known in connection with American pianos. This name was established
in 1870. Geo.P.Bent pianos and player-pianos, including grands, are
instruments of unchallenged quality. The famous "Crown"
piano has won international fame before the Gen. P. Bent Co.
acquired it. The factory and offices were located in Louisville, Ky.
The instruments were of the same fine character and tone quality for
which the Crown has long been noted. Pianos, player pianos and grand
pianos are manufactured. This name was one of the most widely known
pianos in connection with American pianos.
BENNETT The Bennett Piano Company was established in
1901, and instruments bearing the name, from the first, has always
been of fine quality and thoroughly reliable construction. They are
characterized by tone quality at once powerful and sympathetic. They
have sustained a place among the most attractive in case designs,
and in every particular their construction has been worthy of the
commendation which has been accorded to them by competent critic L.
Bennett player-pianos and Bennett grand pianos have no- less won the
favor of people of discriminating tastes. The history of the Bennett
piano presents the story of a consistent striving to attain a place
among the artistic American instruments. It was first designed by
one of the recognized acousticians of the industry' and the musical
scale has been developed and refined through the years until the
manufacturers became satisfied that, construction and the tonal
results of the musical scale, there were nothing lacking to entitle
the Bennett to a place above the ordinary excellencies, and
absolutely secure in the estimation of those competent to judge.
BENNINGTON Pianos and player-pianos of durable
character, made by Becker Bros.
BERNARD Pianos and players of admirable character were
the product of Decker & Son
BERKSHIRE Made by the Jewett Piano Co.
Berkshire pianos have musical sweetness of tone.
BIDDLE The Biddle Piano Co. of New York City was
established in 1860 by John Biddle, Biddle instruments were of the
popular kind and have been turned out in large quantities. Both
pianos and player pianos were made at the factory located at New
York City
BILLINGS Good pianos bearing this name are made by Weser Bros. New York City. In 1895 Weser
Bros. assumed control of the Billings
piano company and continued to manufacture them as a hand crafted,
beautifully sculpted works of art.
BJUR BROS. Thoroughly commendable pianos and
player-pianos of fine tone quality made by the Bjur Bros. Co., in
their factory in New York.
BLACKSTONE Pianos of popular character of this name are
made by the Geo. P. Bent Co.
BOARDMAN & GRAY The house of Boardman & Gray was
established in 1887, by Wm. G. Boardman , Albany. N. Y.
BOGART Made by the Bogart Piano Co.,. , New York.
Pianos, player pianos, grand pianos of durable character produced
under the supervision of a practical piano expert of many years'
experience
BOND By PACKARD Bond Pianos were made by The Packard
Piano Company, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Under the thoroughly tried and
efficient form of cooperation which has been applied to the factory
of the makers of the Bond instrument that bears it has made progress
almost phenomenal. By that system of a copartnership of labor and
profits the Packard Piano Company has exemplified the truth of the
maxim that "Good work is not done by tired men" It is a policy of
fellowship that actuates the makers of Bond pianos and that gives to
its progress uncommon interest. The Bond Piano Co. was organized and
incorporated under the Indiana State laws in the fall of 1911, by
the stock holders of 'The Packard Piano Company. The old established
Fort Wayne, Ind. industry. Early in 1913 at a meeting of the
stockholders of the two companies, a thorough analysis of the
situation proved the expense of the management, production and
selling were greater less than two units than it would be less than
one. While the working force could be maintained separate and
distinct in every way, in the manufacture of the Bond Piano and the
Packard piano, greater efficiency could be obtained in management,
production and selling by The Packard Piano Company taking over the
Bond Company, using the Bond Piano Co. as its trademark for Bond.
Pianos manufactured by the Packard Piano Company were built by the
owners of the company, which are all of the employees were paid
based on a profit-sharing method. By that system of a copartnership
of labor and profits made its progress phenomenal, and the quality
of the instrument just a little bit better than instruments of the
same grade. Prices are for Grand pianos. Worthy of rebuilding.
BRADBURY One of the great names in the American piano
industry. Founded over a half century ago, it attained to a place
very high in the world of art. It is an instrument of the highest
grade. The materials which enter into its construction are of the
finest, the scale is recognized by experts to be of peculiar
sweetness and power, and the Bradbury has been the favorite with
numberless critics and pianists. All of the good points of the
Bradbury piano are found in the players of the same name. The famous
instrument is controlled by W. P. Haines & of New York. With
factories at Leominster, Mass.
BRAMBACH The developments of an instrument so individual
in character as the Brambach grand piano present the accumulative
existence of many generations; each generation adding to its
heritage and pointing the way to further advancement in the art to
which this family had been devoted. It was, therefore, natural that
the products of the Brambach factories were supreme in musical
quality and purity of tone. Correctly made, theoretically and
mechanically, the grand piano manufactured by the Brambach Piano Co.
was the embodiment of artistic grace and individuality of tone.
Realizing that a small grand, of suitable size for the average home,
would not only fill a popular demand but would bring within the
range of the music lovers a rich and Mellow tone possessing the same
brilliancy and singing quality as the larger grands, the Brambach
Piano Co. had centered special efforts upon the smallest grand made
in this country. Every Brambach Grand piano contained the exclusive
patented Brambach Tone Expander and guaranteed soundboard. The Tone
Expander released and greatly increased the volume of tone,
producing a volume of tone that was usually found in large size
grands. The Brambach Player Grand combined the piano and a player
mechanism of unmatched quality.
Every attention necessary was given construction, for the cases,
actions, hammers, etc., was constructed in these modern factories.
The piano actions used in the Brambach Grands were made in their
entirety in the Brambach plant and embody a number of their own
patents. These actions were conceded to be remarkable for their
ease, reputation and durability. Also, make Reproducing Grand pianos
containing the Auto deluxe Welte-Mignon Reproducing action. Brambach
grands are made in three sizes, 4 feet 8 inches, 5 feet, 5 inches,
respectively. The Brambach instruments are guaranteed by the
manufacturers, whose financial responsibility is unquestioned.
BREWSTER The Brewster piano is one of the best known and
most popular instruments of its grade in the market today. There
have been sold within the past few years many thousands of Brewster
pianos and players. In fact, there is hardly a place in the United
States where the Brewster is not represented by the leading piano
houses of the country and, as above stated, very extensively sold.
The case designs of the Brewster piano are created in accordance
'with the prevailing vogue in furniture, and its reputation has been
greatly enhanced by the attractiveness of styles. The scales of the
Brewster piano have been drafted with the utmost accuracy, and the
quality of materials used and the care exercised in its manufacture
combine in making an instrument of an especially good quality and
durability.
BRIGGS Briggs Piano Co., Boston, Mass., a famous house,
was established 1868, by the late C. Briggs, Sr., who was among the
first in Boston to permanently make uprights. See Jacob Doll & Sons
BRINKERHOFF These pianos, player- pianos, grands and
reproducers were the products of a responsible Chicago organization,
at the head of which was Mr. William T. Brinkerhoff. They are
instruments of unquestioned merit, great durability and tone quality
of fascinating character being marked features. The case designs are
graceful and varied from the elegant plain to the highly ornamental
Brinkerhoff pianos are sold by enterprising houses throughout the
country and always with most satisfactory results. They are pianos
in which the advantages of advanced method of manufacture have the
force of experience to guide them' and the personal energies and
standing of Mr. Brinkerhoff add greatly to the enthusiasm which mark
the sale of these instruments. The Brinkerhoff upright reproducing
piano can be played either manually as a regular piano, or as a foot
powered player piano, or as a reproducing instrument, in which the
exact interpretations of the foremost artists of the world are
reproduced. It is a combination of a player piano with special
patented devices that automatically regulate the expression. The
Brinkerhoff Grand pianos are noted for their tonal qualities, and
they are so constructed that they meet the approval of the most
critical musicians. This company specializes on Miniature Grands,
which are only 5 feet in length, but possess the qualities of a
larger Grand.
BRAUMULLER Pianos, player- pianos and Reproducing pianos
made by the Braumuller Piano Co., of Union City, N. J., Braumuller
pianos and player-pianos were instruments of good standing in the
musical world and they were considered as safe investments.
BROWN BROS. Pianos, player-pianos and grand pianos
bearing this name were the products of the Brown Bros. Piano Co., of
202 Park Square building, Boston. The instruments were thoroughly
dependable and of a quality to commend them to critical buyers. Mr.
Roger S. Brown, president of the corporation, had put in his entire
life in the piano business, having been associated with some of the
noted eastern industries, including the Ivers & Pond, the Estey
Piano Co., the McPhail Piano Co. and others equally well known. He
knows what a good piano should be and is determined to produce
nothing less.
BUTLER BROS. These pianos and player- pianos are the
products of a small industry in Cincinnati. They are made for the
retail, which is consigned to the factory outlets.
BUSH & GERTS The "Grandette" was one of the favorite
styles of the Bush & Gerts. It was a small grand piano 5 feet 4
inches in length, and the "Midgette Grand," of equal merit, was but
4 feet 9 inches in length. The Bush & Gerts pianos were manufactured
in one of the largest and most thoroughly equipped factories in the
world. The company controlling the Bush & Gerts was one of the
strongest in the piano industry and the aim was to sustain the
distinction which the instruments have gained in the long and
persistent reaching out for perfection in tone production. In the
ware rooms of the foremost piano merchants of the world the Bush &
Gerts pianos were presented as instruments worthy of the highest and
most discriminating trade. The Bush & Gerts factory was located at
Rockford, Ill.
BUSH & LANE In This well-known bouse, established in
1901. Was incorporated under the laws of Illinois; capital,
$2,500,000. Through the high character of its methods, due to the
knowledge and experience of the members of its official directors,
this concern was to become one of the strongest and best known piano
manufacturing concerns in the West, and the instruments which it
manufactures are recognized by critical artists for being among the
highest grade instruments. For several years the factory was located
in Chicago, but seeking more room and a better environment for
building a factory wherein their ideals could be he more
successfully carried out' the company located in Holland. Mich. The
Bush & Lane factory there is one of the finest in equipment and
arrangement that can be found in the country. The workmen are
experts, thoroughly in accord with the idea of producing instruments
of quality and are ably supervised by the president of the company,
who is recognized as one of America's most prominent masters of
acoustics, designers and originators of special features of piano
construction, many of which are patented. The company also owns and
uses exclusively in its products the famous Caecilian players'
action, one of the pioneer players' mechanisms, which has always
maintained a leading position and which is one of the most
efficient, durable, easily operated players in the field, possessing
wonderful expressiveness and containing many special features that
are patented and used only by this concern.
Musical quality and durability of construction were the
characteristics of Bush & Lane. The success of the conscientious and
painstaking efforts of the makers of the Bush & Lane is exemplified
in the wide use their instruments have attained by. Musical
authorities, conservatories. Teachers and concert artists and in the
homes of thousands of musically appreciative people throughout the
land. This success has come from the steadfast maintenance, by the
makers, of a policy of high grade manufacturing, in which the finest
materials are wrought into flawless musical instruments through the
application of scientific knowledge, long experience, skilled
workmanship and thorough methods. The makers of the Bush & Lane are
not content with mediocre results, and are constantly striving to
improve they have made valuable discoveries which have been applied
to their products in the form of special features for producing and
perpetuating musical tone. The Bush & Lane grand is unique for the
volume and purity of its tone and tile durable character of its
construction. It is doubtful whether the sympathetic tone possessed
by the smallest of the Bush & Lane Grands has been surpassed in any
other grand of its size. The wonderful power and charming sweetness
of tone of the entire line of Bush & Lane grands has been
enthusiastically acclaimed by all musicians who have played them.
Bush & Lane uprights are grands in upright form and contain actual
grand plate and back construction. The beauty of tone thus produced
obviously cannot be claimed by an upright made in the ordinary way.
This Grand plate and back construction in upright position is fully
covered by exclusive patents and is among the most important
advances in upright piano tone production that had ever been made in
any generation.
BUSH & LANE CECILIAN This famous name, which has been
known in the piano players' industry for a score of years, is owned
by the Bush & Lane Piano Co. and is used to designate the players'
pianos of the Bush & Lane and Victor lines. The Cecilian players'
action, manufactured exclusively by the Bush & Lane Piano Co.,
contains many valuable improvements and special features to humanize
the playing that is not found in other players. It's ease of
operation. It's freedom from trouble, its responsiveness to the
controls that enable the operator to produce artistic musical
effects place the Cecilian in a class by itself and. Coupled with
the excellent pianos in which it is installed, the Bush & Lane and
Victor, it produces musical instruments of the most advanced type,
capable of operation easily with the most charming musical effects
even by those who have no technical knowledge of music or of the
piano keyboard.
CABLE The Cable piano was an instrument of very high
standing and one which also attained great popularity that was sold
extensively in all parts of the world. The immense prestige The
Cable Company, rendered the "Cable" a desirable piano from the
standpoint of name brand recognition, as well as superb quality,
stability, and tone that possessed a pleasing attribute of an
exceptional richness and exquisite delicacy. A Cable piano not only
had the best qualities that can distinguish instruments of high
standing, those superior qualities of tone and action which were
rendered possible by a construction and design
Especially adequate to the production of such desirable results.
Embodied in the upright model was a patented sound board and frame
construction which is a new and exclusive feature. Instruments
having this construction bear the trademark "Tone Arch." The
patented sounding-board-and-frame construction, in the grand model
is a simple but most effective devices, consisting of a curved
bracing member built into the frame. This is a part of an improved
construction designed to maintain the proper curvature of the
soundboard necessary to preserve the original tonal beauty of the
instrument. Instruments having this construction bear the trade mark
"Crown stay." The Cable Reproducing Grand has all the merits of the
regular Cable Grand, including the famous "Crown stay" construction.
Combined with a reproducing action made exclusively Cable which has
been developed to the highest stage of perfection through a long
series of experiments carried on in the great Cable factories.
An addition to the Cable line was the Midget piano which
presented remarkable features. It was but 44 inches high and 55
inches in length, it was not a makeshift; not a toy; and not a
compromise. It was a full-fledged upright, built to meet every
single exacting Cable standard of quality and workmanship. It was
used in places where this little instrument was highly practical. In
the school room the small apartment, the den, or on the veranda of
the summer home. Because of its small Size and weight, the Cable
Midget Upright was always readily moved about. No job was too
difficult for this staunch little instrument: it was endowed with an
unusual ability to withstand even more trying conditions of service
than most larger pianos are called upon to meet. It was the
forerunner of all of the vertical pianos of today. The Cable Player,
Style "PL," contained all the very important and exclusive Cable
features which made the Cable line of players famous. It was
extremely easy to operate. A powerful, exclusive type motor provided
a steady flow of power at all times. The "Wrist-Rest," a patented
Cable device, enabled the operator to rest the arm in maintain a
natural, non- tiring position while playing. The pedals when not in
use folded completely out of sight giving it the appearance of a
regular upright piano when played as a normal piano.
Manufactured by The Cable Company, of Chicago, a piano
manufacturing enterprise unsurpassed in the amount of the product or
in financial strength by any other institution of similar character
in the world's musical industries. The Cable piano is an instrument
of very high standing and one which has also attained great
popularity and is sold extensively in all parts of the United States
and largely abroad. The immense prestige of The Cable Company, and
the great financial strength of that progressive industry, which
employs more than $9,000,000 capital and surplus, render the "Cable"
piano a desirable one from the standpoint of security. This piano,
bearing as it does, the name of this big company, represents to an
unusual degree, big value. It possesses that pleasing attribute, an
exceptionally sweet tone, one of richness and exquisite delicacy,
especially recommending it for parlor use. Its lasting qualities are
as unexcelled as skill, first class workmanship and patient
attention to the infinite details of piano building can insure. The
Cable piano not only has the best qualities that distinguish an
instrument of high standing, but those superior qualities of tone
and action which are rendered possible by a construction and design
especially adequate to the production of such desirable results.
Embodied in the upright model is a patented sound board and frame
construction which is a new and exclusive feature. Instruments
having this construction bear the trademark "Tone-Arch." The
patented sounding-board-and-frame construction, in the grand model
is a simple but most effective device, consisting of a curved
bracing member built into the frame. This Is a part of an improved
construction designed to maintain the proper curvature of the sound
board. So necessary to preserve the original tonal beauty of the
instrument. Instruments having this construction bear the trademark
"Crowns stay." The Cable Reproducing Grand has all the merits of the
regular Cable Grand, including the famous "Crown stay" construction.
Combined with it is a reproducing action exclusively Cable which has
been developed to the highest stage of perfection through a long
series of experiments carried on in the great Cable factories. A
recent addition to the Cable line is the Midget Upright which
presents some remarkable features. It is but '44 inches high and 55
inches in length. But it is not a makeshift not a toy, not a
compromise. It is a full-fledged upright piano, built to meet every
exacting cable standard of quality and workmanship. There are scores
of places where this little instrument is highly practical in the
school room, the small apartment, and the den, or on the veranda of
the summer home. Because of its small Size and weight, the Cable
Midget Upright may be readily moved about. No service is too
difficult for this staunch little instrument: it is endowed with an
unusual ability to withstand even more trying conditions of service
than most larger pianos are called upon to meet. The Cable Player,
Style "PL," contains all the important exclusive Cable features
which have made the Cable line of players famous. This player is
extremely easy to operate. A powerful, exclusive type motor provides
a steady flow of power at all times. The "Wrist-Rest," a patented
Cable device, enables the operator to maintain a natural, untiring
position while playing. When not in use the pedals fold completely
out of sight, giving it the appearance of a regular upright piano
when played by hand.
CABLE & SONS These instruments are made of good material
and possess elements of great popularity. The industry was
established at Albany in 1852. and has been active in New York City
for a great many years and was incorporated in 1923.
HOBART M. CABLE Instruments bearing this name are
manufactured by The Hobart M. Cable Co., Laporte, Indiana. The
distinctive characteristics of the Hobart M. Cable piano are
remarkably sweet and pure tone qualities combined with unusual
power. The construction of the piano is notable for its solidity and
compactness and fora number of superior features, which contribute
to the general excellence. The scale, which is the scientific basis
of quality in the Hobart M. Cable piano, is of the even, unbroken
and satisfying kind that appeals to the trained musical ear. It is
the inner secret of the great growth of the Hobart M. Cable piano's
fame. In a word, it may be said that the Hobart M. Cable piano is a
remarkable instrument, possessing all of the essentials of a
strictly high-grade piano. , Purity and sweetness of tone, evenness
of scale, great durability, superb case designs in the richest of
woods, and high commercial value. Its reputation, now impregnably
secure, has extended from ocean to ocean and even beyond the
nation's boundaries. It is a piano high up between the recognized
leaders and one whose brilliant career has already been fixed and
whose future is secure. The player-piano bearing the same name
possesses all of the admirable characteristics of the piano and may
safely be recommended. Hobart M. Cable reproducing piano is marked
by the same characteristics as the players and pianos with the
remarkable control and interpretive powers added.
CABLE-NELSON "Cable-Nelson" was a name so well
established that it was to become the first rank of the piano
industry on the strength of the excellence of its product and the
high standard of its business policy. There was a wide and constant
growing demand on the part of the average piano buyer for a
thoroughly high-grade and player-piano of real musical excellence.
This demand to which the Cable-Nelson Piano Co. had addressed itself
from the very beginning of its career, both to supply it and to
foster it. Its motto is "A real piano and a fair price." The
remarkable growth of the company bears witnesses to the soundness of
its policy and its success in carrying it out. Its instruments were
distinguished by their fine tone quality, excellent work of case
design and finish. Cable-Nelson pianos embodied the characteristics
of best standards in the art of player construction. A piano-player
mechanism is most responsive and musically adequate, and the tone
quality just right for the best player results. The Cable-Nelson
factory is one of the most attractively located in the trade, and
the wonderful efficiency of its organization and equipment is the
cause of general comment. The high financial and commercial standing
of the company and the reputation and experiences of its officers
add to the distinction of the excellent and reliable instrument.
J. C. CAMPBELL Manufactured by Kohler &
Campbell, Inc., Fiftieth and Eleventh Ave., New York City.
A well made a thoroughly reliable medium priced piano, named after
the late J. C. Campbell, a piano maker of unquestioned skill. The J.
C. Campbell piano was first produced in 1900, and it has well
sustained the fame of the man whose name it bears. This piano has
received a great number of unsolicited testimonials, all attesting
to remarkable value at moderate prices.
CAROLA INNER-PLAYER This name is used exclusively by The
Cable Company to designate their pneumatic players' mechanism
embodied in the Carola and Conover Carola Inner-Play Pianos. The
Carola Inner-Player pneumatic action represents the latest
developments in interior ph. mg mechanisms. An especially desirable
feat is the fact that all the various part which to make tip Carola
Inner Player- pianos is mainly the shops and plant of The Cable
Company thus providing for the most accurate adjustment and the
building up of the instrument as a solo unit. and not as a
collection of assembled parts maunder varying standards of other
factories. This construction is endorsed by ugh musical authorities
providing the means for the most artistic rendition capable of the
greatest expression and showing a perfection and finish in
workmanship that in itself is why this company was the first to
guarantee its play mechanism for five years. These exclusive
features of the Carola Inner-Player mechanism which have contributed
toward its phenomenal success in the past few years, have been the
transposing device; pneumatic clutch unit motors; easy running roil
mechanism introduction of fibre in contact with metal to eliminate
rattles when playing by hand; counter shaft running direct motor
drive without the sounds of chains when playing; a miniature
keyboard on the pneumatic action for procuring an exceptional
responsive touch; metallic construction of parts usual affected by
atmospheric changes; Solo-Aid Device which plays the solo or melody
louder than the accompaniment; four controlling levers: tempo
indicators close music sheet facilitating the following of marks the
on; cover for lever which also affords a comfort rest for the
wrists; sectional bellows construction easily disconnected and
removed to afford access to parts otherwise concealed; slide valves
transfixed by steel to prevent warping; easy pedaling due to a
patented leverage system; automatic Triplex Pedal Device, which the
pedals automatically released from a returned to the case by the
simplest possible movement. The Carola Inner-Player action requiring
a minimum of room, permits the placement of a stronger back on the
piano, thus assuring durability.
CHASE,A.B. Established in 1885. This is an honored name
in the annals of music in America, being closely associated with the
love and development of music in the American home. A.B. Chase
pianos have always been known for splendid workmanship. The A.B.
Chase baby grand in fair condition is worth rebuilding at a
considerable cost.
CHICKERING & SONS.
Chickering & Sons celebrated in 1923 the completion of a century
of continuous manufacture of the Chickering pianos. This illustrious
firm, the oldest piano house in the United States, has been at all
times in the forefront and has received world wide recognition for
its part in developing the pianoforte on distinctive lines.
Jonas Chickering, the founder, was born at Mason Village, New
Hampshire, in April 1796, where, after a sound schooling, he
thoroughly learned the business of cabinetmaking. Impelled by a
restless ambition to seek a larger field, he went to Boston in his
early twenties.
There he entered the factory of a well-known piano maker of those
days and pursued a course of study in piano making in its then
primitive stage. It was not long before the genius of Jonas
Chickering manifested itself, and he introduced a series of changes
and improvements which have since become standard and which
revolutionized the methods then prevailing. His name from the
earliest times has been constantly linked with the Americanizing of
the piano by methods of such importance and value that both America
and Europe today admit their worth by universal adoption. To him
must be ascribed the invention of the full iron plate for grand
pianos recorded in 1837. This invention was accepted by the
scientific world as one of far reaching importance; indeed, it
proved to be the foundation of all modern piano construction, for
without it the sonorous grands of today would not have been
impossible. It successfully solved the problem of the proper support
for the great strain of the strings and defined a new era in the
history of piano-making. In 1843, Jonas Chickering invented a new
deflection of the strings and in 1845 the first practical method for
over stringing in square pianos, that is, instead of setting the
strings side by side, substituting an arrangement of them in two
banks, one over the other, not only saving space but bringing the
powerful bass strings directly over the most resonant part of the
sound-board, a principle which obtains to this day in the
construction of all pianos, both grands and uprights. Until the year
1852, Jonas Chickering superintended each department of his business
with his usual scrupulous care but was relieved of much of this
responsibility upon his taking into partnership his three sons, all
of whom had received under their father a practical training of the
highest order. The genius of C. Frank Chickering as a "scale"
draftsman soon became internationally know and acknowledged and to
his extensive scientific research is to be attributed much of the
renowned beauty of the Chickering tone. Not content with retaining
this invaluable knowledge himself he imparted the secrets of his
studies to those in the factory in whose gifts he had confidence,
thus insuring their perpetuation. In addition to the many patents
taken out by Jonas Chickering, his sons and their successors,
various methods exclusive to themselves have also been employed and
there are in constant use operations of an abstract character which
may be described as mechanical subtleties possessing great value and
which are an integral part of the Chickering system.
The above outline of the significant importance of the Chickering
system will appeal to the practical minded but to those who would
know more of the romance and charm which the Chickering story holds
for the student of America's musical development. The significance
and historic value of the Chickering in the development of the
pianoforte in America are seen in the preservation at the Ford
Museum at Dearborn of several important Chickering including the
very first instrument made by Jonas Chickering in 1823. Others are:
the first Chickering upright made in 1830 and the first Chickering
grand completed prior to 1850. Chickering & Sons have received
upwards of 200 first medals and awards. These have been received
from States and sovereigns, and international expositions and
learned societies in all parts of the world embracing every known
method of honoring distinguished merit. C. Frank Chickering was
personally vested with the Imperial Cross of the Legion of Honor at
the hands of Napoleon 111. The significance of this high honor is
the more appreciated because of its extreme rarity, very few such
honors having been bestowed for accomplishments in the fine arts. In
1923 Chickering & Sons were the recipients of a remarkable tribute
from musicians and persons of prominence in all walks of life who
united in celebrating the Hundredth Anniversary of the founding of
Jonas Chickering's epoch making enterprises.
A committee headed by the Hon. Calvin Coolidge (then Vice)
President of the United States, carried to a successful and
brilliant conclusion what was termed the Jonas Chickering Centennial
Celebration, culminating in a banquet held at the Copley Plaza,
Boston, at which Mr. Coolidge was the chief speaker. It marked in a
most significant manner a century of musical achievement that is
without parallel in the history of American piano making. The most
famous virtuosi including pianists, singers and instrumentalists
have exhausted superlatives in expressing their high admiration of
the Chickering. The Handel and Haydn Society of Boston the world's
foremost oratorio group, established 1815, has used the Chickering
exclusively for more than a century.
The grand and upright pianos and the grands and uprights with the
Ampico, which bear this famous name, possess the distinction which
belongs to the oldest continuous piano industry in the United
States. In the year 1923 a nation wide observance of the Jonas
Chickering Centennial marked the completion of a full century of
artistic musical endeavor of the Chickering house. Calvin Coolidge,
then Vice President, was the principal speaker at the banquet in
Boston on April 21st. The founder of this illustrious house was
Jonas Chickering whose name is inseparably associated with many of
the most important piano improvements of all time. He was born in
Mason Village, N. H., on April 17, 1759, and in his early twenties
he went to Boston. He had already learned thoroughly the cabinet
making trade, and his education had been thorough. He soon entered
the employ of the pioneers' piano maker of those days, and began a
course of serious study of the art which was to engross his life.
The genius of Jonas Chickering soon made itself apparent and his
industry kept pace. He revolutionized the methods of piano building,
and with the introduction of his full iron plate, an advance of
measureless importance, laid the foundation of the recognition which
has ever since been accorded his name. So universally has the
importance of this improvement been recognized that pianos are no
longer made without it. It is but a short time back that the first
Chickering piano ever made was repurchased by the Boston house and
it is now in possession of the company, a source of pride to the
present management and of interest to all music lovers. It
illustrates the vast advance in piano building between the early
days of the piano and the massive concert grands of today. In 1883
Jonas Chickering took into partnership his three sons, all of whom
had received a practical training. C. Frank Chickering proved the
inheritor of his father's genius, and as a"scale' draftsman soon
became widely known. To his dimensional and correlated studies are
to be attributed much of the renowned beauty of the Chickering tone.
The secrets of this invaluable knowledge he imparted to chiefs in
the Boston factory, in whose gifts he had confidence, thus insuring
their perpetuation. Not only were many patents taken out by Jonas
Chickering, his sons and their successors, but various methods
exclusive to themselves have also been employed, and there are in
constant use operations of an abstract character which maybe
described as mechanical subtleties which are an integral part of the
Chickering system. Chickering & Sons have been recipients of upwards
of 150 marks of distinction both in the United States and Europe, in
the form of diploma, gold medals, and letters from learned bodies.
C. Frank Chickering himself was personally invested with the
Imperial Cross of the Legion of Honor by the hands of Napoleon III.
Less than ten such honors having been bestowed for accomplishment in
the fine arts, which fact adds significance to the distinction.
Every recognized means of showing marked appreciation has been
employed in all parts of the world. The most famous virtuosi have
exhausted eulogistic language In declaring their admiration of the
Chickering piano. But Chickering & Sons have never rested upon
laurels won. The Chickering of today has kept pace with the exacting
demands made upon the piano by present day artists. During the
present season the Chickering Concert Grands are contributing to the
aesthetic success artists as Dohnanyi, Mirovitch, Schnitzer, Levinne,
and many others of the highest rank. Remarkable in employees. There
are men living who worked with Jonas Chickering, a long life time of
service which the house has been glad to honor. There are also
scores who have been engaged in the Chickering departments for
periods a running from 25 to nearly 50 years. This implies loyalty
and esprit de corps invaluable in this art industry, and which is a
reflection of its atmosphere. The House of Chickering stands in
unquestioned financial strength and enjoys an integrity which has
been its proud possession from the beginning.
The list of pianists, composers, and musicians who have since its
inception used and endorsed the Chickering piano is much to long to
include here. Several decades ago, this great house of pianos,
content with its already rich background of achievement on the
concert stage, turned its attention to the perfection of the smaller
piano. The Chickering is essentially a piano for the home. Pianos of
the highest degree of quality, both in craftsmanship and materials,
worthy of completely rebuilding and refinishing.
CAMBRIDGE Popular pianos and p layer-pianos,
manufactured by the Cambridge Piano Co., 89 Southern Boulevard, New
York City, which makes also a specialty of pianos and player-pianos
but 3 ft. 9 in. and 4 ft. 3 in height. These attractive uprights'
height perfectly the requirements of schools and apartment houses.
They are instruments of admirable qualities in every way and are
sold at prices within reach of the American householder. The styles
are designated as zero and F respectively.
CARTER Pianos, players, grands, electric and reproducing
piano bearing this name are manufactured in a well-equipped factory
at 632 W. 51st St., New York City, and are possessed of
extraordinary tone qualities. They are made by skilled workmen of
the finest materials obtainable, and have established a reputation
for themselves as honestly built, reliable pianos of exceptional
value.
CHASE BROTHERS The high grade production of the Chase
Hackley Piano Co., of Muskegon, Mich. An artistic instrument whose
wide fame has been won by years of striving to attain to the
perfection of an ideal American piano. The history of the "Chase
Bros." Piano dates back more than 62 years. From the first there has
been but one aim so far as the quality of the instrument is
concerned. There has been nothing spared to bring the "Chase Bros."
Piano to the highest point of perfection, and as a necessary
consequence the cost of the instrument is proportionate to that of
the other first class instruments. Chase Brothers pianos are made in
artistic grands and uprights of most approved models. They contain a
number of patented features and they are manufactured by the most
skilled workmen. Refer to Chase- Hackley Piano Co.
CHASE BROTHERS Est. 1889.
CHASE, A.B.,
The A. B. Chase piano factory was established in 1875 and
produces the highest grade pianos both in uprights and grands. The
A. B. Chase pianos are also equipped with the Cello Reproducing
Medium. The policy of this factory' has long been that no material
is too good a piano no skilled labor too expensive if it will
improve the A. B. Chase piano. All pianos manufactured from 1875 to
1922 were completely hand made from the finest materials available
during that era. An A.B. Chase piano took as long as two years to
complete. All A.B. Chase pianos are worthy of rebuilding. Pianos
from the earlier time 1875 to 1922 are exceptional.
CHASE & BAKER Est. 1900. Buffalo, New York
CHASSAIGNE, FRERES (Bros), Calle Valencia 70, Barcelona,
Spain. Est. 1864.
CHRISTMAN One of the old and reputable names in the
American piano industry, Christman pianos, player-pianos and grand
pianos are everywhere recognized as instruments of a high grade and
they are commended b a large number of the foremost piano merchants
throughout the world. The Christman "Studio" grand has made a
noteworthy success. It is but 5 feet long but p05 uses tone power
comparable with the effects of the larger instruments. The Christman
slogan of "The First Touch Tells" (registered), has become familiar
in musical circles for being suggestive of the attractive tone
quality of the instruments. The Christman Reproducing Grand is a
recognized triumph in piano manufacture. The Christman Studio Grand
holds an enviable place among the dainty little instruments of the
grand design. It possesses a powerful tone of most agreeable
resonance and it is one of the most successful instruments with
trade and public.
CECILIAN Name of a famous pioneer player-piano of the
highest grade which presents very scientific and indestructible
features. This instrument is described in the article or the Bush &
Lane instruments on a preceding page to which refer. The Cecilian is
capable of absolutely perfect expression, and it is representative
of the most advanced ideas in player mechanism. It has been before
the world for a good many years and is claimed to be the first of
the players.
THE CELLO This is the name given to the reproducing
players' mechanism installed in the A. B. Chase, Emerson and
Lindeman & Sons' pianos, which are controlled by the United Piano
Corporation. The Cello Reproducing Medium reproduces the work of
such artists as Paderewski, Hoffmann, Bauer. Gabrilowitsch and
hundreds of others of worldwide fame with an accuracy of technique
and expression which is impossible to distinguish from the work of
the living performer. The pianos in which the Cello Reproducing
Medium is installed are the A. B. Chase, the Emerson, and the
Lindeman & Sons. The Cello Reproducing Medium is operated by an
elec. trip motor making foot pumping unnecessary. It can also be
used as a player piano, using the regular eighty-eight note player
rolIs. It is embodied in both upright and grand pianos.
CHRISTIE & CO. Named for Jacob Christie, formerly of B.
Bogart & Co., succeeded by the Bogart Piano Co., and made by that
industry with the factory at 185th St. and Willow Ave New
York, Pianos of good quality by a reliable firm.
CHURCHILL well-made pianos, player-pianos and grand
pianos bear this name. They are the products of the Hartford
Piano Co., of Chicago, and they have a very large sale
because of their beauty and moderate prices.
CLARENDON Grand pianos, reproducing pianos, player
pianos and upright pianos bearing this now distinguished name, are
recognized as among the thoroughly representative types of artistic
American instruments. In tone, both as to power and the delicate
gradations of expression, these pianos are recognized among pianists
as models and their development has been made possible by skill and
the uniformity of methods which belong to well-equipped industries
of the modern kind. There is a quality in the Clarendon that at once
asserts itself and without which no instrument can achieve success
of the larger kind. The depth and breadth of the tonal values of the
graceful, and now famous, Clarendon grands are quickly recognized.
The Clarendon player. Piano is peculiarly strong in its musical and
material attainments. It is equipped with an improved pneumatic
action of peculiar sensitiveness, and it presents special points of
excellence which are appreciated by the most critical. The Clarendon
reproducing grands and uprights are representative of the latest
forward step in the art of making the piano the most playable and
most enjoyable musical instrument for the home. The degree of
perfection in expression attained never fails to enthuse the music
lover.
CONCORD Pianos and player-pianos of dependability and
attractive qualities which bear this name were manufactured in
Chicago for many years, until the industry of Mr. Geo. P. Bent was
secured by a large corporation with the factory in Louisville. The
Geo. P.Bent Company operates a large plant and produces other piano
brands.
FRANCIS CONNOR Pianos and player-pianos of fine quality
are manufactured by Mr. Francis Connor, whose factory is at 184th S.
Cypress Ave., New York. Mr. Connor Is an expert In piano
construction.
CONWAY Pianos bearing this well -known name first
appeared in the winter of l905. In November 1925, the control of the Hallet & Davis Piano Co. of Boston, which had
marketed the Conway instruments, was acquired by
the Premier Grand Piano Corporation, and the Conway
up right pianos and players are now produced in the factories of Jacob Doll & Sons, New' York. Conway Pianos are In
every way beautiful and dependable by Jacob Doll & Sons.
CONOVER Est. 1885. This was a high grade of piano
manufactured by J. Frank Conover who was considered by many one of
the worlds great piano makers. Located in the heart of piano
country, Mr. Frank Conover devoted more than forty years of his life
to the study of a single problem - tone. The Conover scale design is
still imitated by many factories. A Conover piano is worth
rebuilding as an investment quality piano. Pianos of the highest
type, first made in 1885 by Frank Conover, an expert of
international distinction, were later manufactured by The Cable
Company, of Chicago. In making the Conover piano The Cable Company
kept constantly in view the highest requirements of the artistic
piano and successfully strives to meet the growing demand for an
instrument to fill the place created by the trend of modern times
and recent musical developments. The Conover piano is distinctly a
modern instrument whose fame is secure because of the unchallenged
artistic merit that sustains it. It is a piano in which are embodied
principles that have by experience been proven to be the foundation
of superior tone quality, and it is made in accordance with the most
advanced ideas of piano construction. It possesses all of the
requirements demanded by the most exacting pianists and its use in
the concert room is a feature of the musical world. It is a frequent
remark among critics of the piano that the Conover scale represents
the highest attainment in the art of tone production. It is a scale
of absolute accuracy, by which the peculiarly even, sympathetic, yet
powerful musical character of the Conover pianos is insured. With
the Conover, as with only the highest types of pianos, it is
possible to render the finest gradations of tone color and to attain
a tone of perfect purity, sweetness and resonance. Of course, in a
piano of this character the important matter of durability enters
largely. The Conover is a piano of solid construction. The back and
frame are of such strength that the enormous "pull" of the strings
produces not the least "give." The pin block is built in layers of
quarter sawn hard rock maple, the grain of each layer running
transversely to that of its neighbor and these pianos' stand in tune
for a remarkable period of time. In the important matter of the
action the Conover is no less well equipped. Every one of the
several thousand parts of the Conover piano action is made and
adjusted with all the care which fulfills every requirement of merit
of prompt response, agreeable "feeling" and elasticity. And in the
construction of the Conover grand pianos there are also features of
peculiar interest to scientific pianists. The grand rims are
continuous and are made of separate layers of wood bent into
permanent shape. These rims typify strength and, of course, conform
to the shape of the grand plate. The Conover grand piano has
received the enthusiastic indorsement of a large number of the
famous pianists whose appearance in concert give added prominence to
the piano upon which they prove their powers. The patented sounding
board and frame construction in the small grand model is part of an
improved construction designed to maintain the proper curvature of
the sounding board, so necessary to preserve the original tonal
beauty of the instrument. Instruments having this construction bear
the trademark "Crownstay." In a recent publication devoted to
descriptions of the various styles of Conover pianos there are
portraits of some of the most renowned pianists and vocalists
accompanied by words of commendation. A reading of these letters is
alone a lesson in piano appreciation and must impress the reader
with the character of the artistic Conover piano. Conover grand
pianos are made in several sizes. The small Grand and parlor grand
having attained great popularity among piano buyers of the higher
class. The Conover Reproducing Grand unites the artistic Conover
Grand with a perfected reproducing action that is exclusively Cable.
This is a reproducing piano that is simple in construction, positive
in action and trouble proof. Correctly Sized for the small home or
apartment with the reproducing action completely concealed. The
Conover Reproducing Grand is graceful and attractive in appearance
and conforms to every detail with the high ideals The Cable Company
has always maintained for the artistic Conover. In the upright the
Conover Art Carola Inner-Player the Conover piano equipped with the
famous Inner-Player action. The Conover Solo Carola Inner-Player is
the Conover piano equipped with the celebrated Solo Carola
Inner-Player action. The value of a Conover piano, or a
Conover-Cable piano is equal to that of a Mason & Hamlin, Chickering,
Knabe, and in most cases to that value of a Steinway.
CONOVER-CABLE Conover and Cable consolidated in 1890 to
make pianos using all patents and designs of J. Frank Conover. The
original cable piano not only had the best qualities that
distinguished it as an instrument of high standing, but had superior
qualities by construction and design to produce good results. Cable
studio pianos were for many years the most acceptable piano in
America for schools because they exceeded the specifications by
every standard and were made to withstand the tremendous number of
hours required by schools. The schools of this time period purchased
all pianos, and they were not payoffs for endorsements, advertising
or other commercial uses.
CLARITONE The name adopted by Adam Schaaf,
Inc., for the perfectly reliable pianos and player-pianos made by
that industry. All instruments from the industry named may be
depended upon as reliable in every way.
CHUTE & BUTLER Company made pianos and players, formerly
made at Peru, Indiana, is now manufactured by the Schiller
Piano Company, Oregon, Illinois. The Chute & Butler
instruments had won a good place when the Schiller Company
purchased the scales, patterns and trade name and has been
manufacturing the Chute& Butler piano and player- piano since
September 1, 1920. The original scales of the Chute & Butler pianos
have been continued and many changes and improvements have enabled
the Schiller Company to hold original patrons and add man y new
representatives to the list.
CLAVIOLA The name applied to admirable interior player
pianos made by the Claviola Company, of New York,
which industry is controlled by Kindler & Collins.
CONTINENTAL The Continental Piano Co.
was originally incorporated in 1912, but the business name and good
will was bought several years later by the Jesse French &
Sons Piano Co. of New Castle, Ind., who have since made and
marketed pleasing and durably constructed instruments under this
name. They are instruments of attractive character and are
guaranteed by an industry of unquestionable responsibility. The
instruments make a strong appeal and have become favorites in piano
showrooms and private homes.
CONRAD Conrad pianos and player-pianos
were manufactured by the Kreiter Mfg. Co., at their
plant in Marinette, Wis. The name Conrad stands for beauty in
design, a sweet ness of tone and reliability. The factory is a model
of efficiency and is equipped with the latest and best machinery
with which to manufacture good instruments. The factory at Marietta,
Wis. , is one of the finest and best equipped in the Northwest. The
Conrad piano is a piano noted for its beautiful design and peculiar
sweetness of tone. The Conrad pianos are made in several very
attractive styles, including grands, upright and pneumatic
player-pianos, all of attractive designs.
CREIGHTON Instruments of durable character bearing this
name are produced by Walter S. Pierce Co San
Francisco.
CROWN Pianos which became famous by this name were for
many years manufactured by the industry controlled by Mr. Geo. P.
Bent of Chicago. The Geo. P. Bent Co. is now owned
by the Adler Mfg. Co., of Louisville, Ky., which
industry is now producing the "Crown" piano.
COINOLA Electric pianos and orchestrions of this name
are manufactured by the Operators Piano Co., Inc., of Chicago. Their
instruments are coin controlled and they are thoroughly well made,
musical and representative. For public places they are unsurpassed
and they have won a foremost place among coin operated instruments.
Factories at 715 N. Kedzie Ave., Chicago, Ill.
CUNNINGHAM An attractive and popular piano manufactured
by the Cunningham Piano Co. whose factory was at forty ninth.
Parkside Ave. and Viola St. and showrooms at 1101 Chestnut St.,
Philadelphia, Pa. The Cunningham piano is popular in its home city,
Philadelphia, and throughout the states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey
and Delaware. A Cunningham piano is worthy of rebuilding as an
investment
CURTIS The name of the popular pianos of the Jewett
Piano Co. Leominster, Mass. Curtis pianos are guaranteed to he
instruments of excellence. Tone quality and responsive action
conforming to particular requirements are tests of a piano. Curtis
pianos meet these tests. The scale is the result of more than sixty
ears of study and experiment in progressive piano making. Curtis
pianos are sold throughout New England by M. Steinert & Sons.
Boston.
DAVENPORT TREACY These instruments, pianos, player-
pianos and grand pianos and Reproducing pianos (licensed under the
Welte-Mignon patents) have won recognition from both the trade and
the public for the very high standard maintained in their
manufacture. They contained only the best of materials, employed
only the highest skilled labor, and are carefully and
conscientiously constructed. The scale is remarkably even, and the
instruments have a fine musical quality of tone. The cases are
artistic and attractive in design.
DECKER & SON There is no more honorable or a
distinguished name associated with pianos than that of Decker. And
through all the year involving litigation and claims to priority and
trade name rights, the house of Decker & Son has maintained a steady
forward movement, conscious that in it rested all of the rights of
initiative, excellence and fixedness of purpose. The Decker & Sons'
piano had its beginning in 1856, when the late Myron A. Decker
embarked with a partner, the instruments being known as the Decker&
Barnes. Both members were thoroughly skilled and scientific piano
experts. And the quality of the Decker pianos improved as they grew
in artistic fame and recognition. The industry of Decker & Son is
now controlled by Mr. Frank C. Decker, son of the founder, and his
son-third generation Mr. Frank C, Decker, Jr. Both are skilled piano
experts trained from early boyhood in the production of instruments
of the highest grade. Upright, grands and reproducing pianos are
manufactured, and the Decker & Son instruments maintain the place in
the piano world to which their artistic characteristics have
entitled them for more than sixty-six years.
DOLL & SONS All instruments bearing this name is
manufactured in the factories of Jacob Doll & Sons, Inc. was one of
the largest piano companies in America. The pianos and player-
pianos were popular with a large class of music lovers and music
dealers throughout the country. The player- pianos were of the same
popular standard as the pianos, and the number of instruments
annually produced was very large and constantly increasing.
Uprights, grands, player pianos, electric expression and Reproducing
pianos (Welte-Mignon, licensee) are manufactured and the instruments
contain many valuable patents. This industry of Jacob Doll & Sons is
one of the largest in New York and its confidence is proportionately
great.
DE KALB A small grand piano and electric expression
grand piano of excellent quality and construction and moderate price
manufactured by the De Kaib Piano Co. of De Kaib, Ill.
DEITEMEIER Made by the Deitmeier Piano Co., San
Francisco. Before the great fire of 1906 the industry was
principally repair work. After the fire the business was resumed
with manufacturing department on more extensive scale at 862
Valencia Street.
DELAWARE A new industry at Muncie, Md., has adopted its
company name for that of it. Pianos and player pianos. Well-made
instruments designed by experts.
DENNYSON Pianos and players of a reliable construction
and an admirable tone which bear this name are manufactured by the
Story & Clark Piano Co., of Chicago.
HENRY DETMER well-made pianos, player pianos and grands
are made by Henry Detmer, whose factory is at Claremont Ave, and
LeMoyne St., Chicago. A small industry of long standing and good
reputation.
DIMINUTIVE The descriptive name given to the small
Stroliher upright by the Smith, Barnes & Strohber division of the
Continental Piano Co. This is a remarkable little instrument, is 3
ft. 71in. high. See Strohber.
DRACHMANN Well made, attractive player-pianos which have
five large sale to discriminating music lovers. They are
manufactured by the H. C. Bay Company.
DUERK Baby Grand pianos of admirable character are the
product of the Duerk Grand Piano Corporation,
DUO ART PIANOLA This piano was well known. This
instrument was actuated by Duo Art music rolls
ELECTROVA Automatic-electrical (coin-operated)
instruments, made by the Electrova Company, This house is controlled
by Jacob Doll & Sons.
ELECTRATONE This is the registered name of an electric
coin operated player pianos manufactured by the Waltham Piano Co. of
Milwaukee, Wis. They are high grade instruments made in three new
designs and possess peculiar features including a combination harp
or banjo with piano effect which is finding an ever increasing
market.
ELLINGTON Ellington reproducing pianos, grand pianos,
uprights and player pianos are made by the Ellington Piano Co.,
Cincinnati. It has been subjected to the most severe tests of all
clematis and it has endured the most rigorous use. All in all, it is
considered among the best values on the market. The Ellington
Manualo (the player) a piano with the human touch is a triumph of
tone and technique combined, and shares fully in the established
reputation of the Ellington piano proper. Output controlled by the Baldwin Piano Co.
ELLSWORTH Pianos of popular characteristics bearing this
name are from the factory of Armstrong Piano Co.,
East Rochester, N. Y. is of reliable quality and fully guaranteed.
EMERSON Emerson pianos have been manufactured since 1849
and are known everywhere by the descriptive phrase, "The sweet-toned
Emerson." Upright, grand, and player pianos were manufactured.
ENGELHARDT The Engelhardt Piano Company of St.
Johnsville, N. Y., makes a specialty of the production of automatic
instruments embracing orchestrions, banjo-orchestras, player-pianos
and reproducing player pianos, bell pianos, flute pianos, xylophone
pianos, coin operated pianos, reproducing player pianos,
orchestrions, banjo orchestras and midget orchestrions.
EUTERP Good and durable popular grade instruments from
the large factory of Jacob Bros., New York.
EUPHONA The famous Euphona Inner-Player piano is made by
The Cable Company of Chicago in two styles, PW and
PR, Equipped with manually a controlled transposing device; key
lock; pedal door openers; pneumatic controls of expression by means
of depress able buttons, and tracker board control of piano
sustaining dampers. It also has a full tempo scale, zero to 130",
roll, and a novel feature termed "Silent High Speed," all controlled
by a single controlling lever. All controlling devices are concealed
by Cable Sliding Wrist-Rest and Lever Cover. Has non-leaking, a
noncorroding tracker bar, high speed roll, six-unit motors, patented
compensating governor and the Inner-Player Miniature Keyboard. The
whole device is simple in construction and presents the maximum of
reliability. The cases aft handsomely veneered and well finished, of
plain line design, all of which, coupled with the mechanical
advantages enumerated above, account for the immense popularity of
this instrument. The Style PW differs from the PR in the size of
case, the former being 4 ft, 4 in. high and the latter 4 ft. 6 in.
high. The Euphona Reproducing Inner-Player piano (which see) is the
Euphona Inner-Player, electrically equipped. The Euphona
Inner-Player, pianos have been made by The Cable Company
since 1907.
EPWORTH PIANO Epworth pianos have long been known among
musical people for their characteristic sweetness of tone and all
around musical excellence. The workmanship, both inside and out, are
exceptionally high-class and the Epworth represents an intelligent,
conscientious, painstaking effort as applied to the production of a
sweet toned, reliable instrument. Epworth pianos are made by the
Williams Piano & Organ Co. of Chicago
ESTEY Estey grands, period grands, reproducing grands,
pianos and player pianos are manufactured by The Estey Piano
Company, an old established and distinguished house of high standing
throughout the trade. These instruments are well and favorably known
in practically every corner of the earth, Estey being one of the
best-known musical names in the world. The pianos represent the
highest grade of construction throughout, and have been endorsed by
numerous prominent musicians for their wonderful tone quality.
EUPHONA REPRODUCING INNER PLAYER The Cable
Company, one of the world's largest manufacturers of pianos
and player)pianos, began experimental work on reproducing pianos in
1909. During the seven years that followed their factories produced
and severely tested a number of excellent models, but it was not
until 1916 that their scientific experts were satisfied. Then, and
not until then, was the Euphona reproducing-Inner Player placed upon
the market, for it was the policy of this great house never to
experiment upon the public. The Euphona Reproducing Inner Player can
be played in five different ways one. It may be used as a regular
piano; 2. As a regular foot created player-piano; 3. As a
foot-operated player-piano with motor assistance; 4. As a
motor-operated player piano with manual control of wind-pressures
for expression purposes; and five. As a thoroughly efficient and
entirely automatic reproducing piano. The Reproducing Inner Player
is equipped with the famous Cable Inner Player parts, which were
awarded the Gold Medal at the Panama Pacific International
Exposition. The Miniature Keyboard, Triplex Pedal Device, Wrist Rest
and a score more patented features are inventions to be found in no
other players than those of Cable manufacture. Musicians have highly
praised the easy action, full mellow tone and evenly balanced scale
of the piano element.
EVERETT At one time one of the most active high grade
piano on the list. A piano of distinctive qualities which the
enthusiastic acclaim of many of the foreign, artists of the world
and promised to make the Everett one of the foremost. Controlled by
the John Church Co., of Cincinnati.
FABER Piano and player-piano of good quality and
reliable construction which have won a popular place in the trade
and in the musical world. Made by Faber Piano Co.
FARRAND PIANO CO. These pianos and player- pianos are
the products of the Farrand Piano Co. of Holland. Michigan, and they
hold a high position for their recognized musical quality, merit and
durability of construction, insuring the life of the even singing
tone for which they are noted. These famous instruments are
recognized for being one of the highest grades and possessing the
finest tonal qualities. The manufacturers of the Farrand piano and
Farrand Cecilian Licensee Player-Piano are considered among the
country's experts in their line and backed by ample resources have
been able to produce and maintain a degree of quality that offers
the fullest measure of value to the buyer. The name of "Farrand" has
been distinguished in the world of musical instrument manufacturers
for a half century and the Farrand Piano and Farrand Cecilian
Player-Piano is worthy of the favor which the name suggests to piano
buyers. With the Farrand Grand which has most beautiful tones.
Redundant in power and of exquisite timber, and with the Farrand
Reproducing Grands and uprights, the company has a complete line of
splendid instruments
J & C FISCHER Est. 1840, The old New York house of J. &
C. Fischer was in existence since 1840 and was located at East
Rochester, N.Y. The original factory of J & C Fischer was
established in 1840. It being the outgrowth of previous association
with other firms engaged in the manufacture of pianos. It is one of
the oldest firms having had its inception in New York City, and
during its long and honorable career has played a considerable part
in the musical development of our country. One of the oldest and
most reputable pianos manufactured in the United States and a
pioneer in the American Piano Industry. In 1896 the Fischer house
celebrated the manufacture of their one hundred thousandth piano.
The Fischer is a high grade, standard piano with a fine, pure
quality of tone, and notable for the beauty of its case designs as
well as artistic musical excellence. J & C Fischer manufactured both
grands and uprights, available with the Ampico Player.
The J&C Fischer was later made by the Aeolian - American Corp.
The J & C Fischer pianos in small grands, consoles and school pianos
of professional pianos are celebrated for their fine, pure quality
tone, and further distinguished for the beauty of its case designs.
Special attention was given to this important feature of artistic
piano making that even the regular models of this line are
noteworthy for their simplicity and grace, and their period models
are superb examples of the adaption of the decorative art of past
centuries to the case of a modern piano. A pre-owned J & C Fischer
makes an excellent investment.
FARNY Instruments of good quality, manufactured by the
Farny Piano Co., an industry owned by the Rudolph Wurlitzer Co., of
Cincinnati, 0H. Factory is at North Tonawanda, N.Y.
FLOREY BROS. The admirable grand pianos and reproducing
pianos manufactured by this old industry are notable in several
respects. The Florey Bros. make grands exclusively and devote all of
their experience, skill and energies to sustaining a reputation won
by years of consistent determination to excel. It is claimed, and
presumably not disputed, that Florey Bros. were the first to
seriously consider the establishing of an exclusive grand piano
industry. They began the experiment in 1909 and have developed a
substantial and constantly growing business with a fine class of
trade. Florey Bros. grands are beautiful instruments of distinctly
artistic tone quality and in every way desirable in the esteem of
competent critics. They are sold by houses of the highest
responsibility and they deserve the success they have won. Florey
Bros. is a corporation the officers of which are practical piano
builders.
FOSTER & CO. Foster & Co. manufacture a complete line of
pianos and player pianos. This line of instruments is very widely
known, and is representative of the best instruments of their grade.
Reliably made of excellent materials in very modern factories at
East Rochester, N. Y. The Foster pianos during recent years achieved
great prominence through the exploitation of the same by some of the
most representative piano houses throughout the country. The Foster
piano and player-piano of today occupy as enviable standing for
quality in respect to tone and construction.
FRANKLIN Manufacture of this excellent line of upright
and grand pianos began in New York City in 1881. The Franklin is an
instrument that fulfills the exacting requirements of those music
lovers who appreciate and demand a piano constructed in accordance
with the highest ideals of musical craftsmanship and fittingly
housed in a case whose design and finish are the acme of elegance.
It is made by the Franklin Piano Co. That the Ampico is now offered
the musical public in the favorite Franklin is sufficient
recommendation of the quality of the Franklin instrument. A new line
of designs has been recently placed on the market, and has been
accorded the highest approval. The factory and office are located at
East Rochester, N. Y
JESSE FRENCH Since 1875 the name Jesse French have stood
for everything high grade in the music line. Many thousands of
pianos' bearing the name Jesse French have been marketed in past
years, but now these instruments bear the name of Jesse French &
Sons. They are manufactured by the Jesse French & Sons Piano
Co., New Castle. Ind. See this name for further
particulars.
JESSE FRENCH & SONS This artistic piano is the finest
product of the great factory of the Jesse French & Sons Piano Co. at
New Castle. Ind. It is a strictly high grade artistic instrument,
notable not only for its fine musical qualities but also for its
remarkably beautiful case designs. These instruments have attained
to a place of distinction in the world of music. Many great pianists
and teachers having expressed for them their preference. A number of
leading music schools also have signified their approval of the
Jesse French & Sons' pianos by having them installed in their
institutions. The Jesse French & Sons' grand pianos appeal equally
to the artistic musicians and the owners of fine homes. One of the
recent additions to the list is a parlor grand, which affords a fine
example of great tone in small case, and it has won especial favor.
This grand is also supplied with reproducing player actions. The
uprights may be had with electric expression actions both with and
without foot pedals. The name of French is one so Long associated
with pianos and music that it has literally become a household word.
Within the last year much skill and expense have been invested in
new scales, improved methods of construction and new designs. There
has also been introduced a novel feature, known as the Dulcet Tone,
which opens a wide field of possibilities In tone coloring and
shading. The Dulcet Tone brings into operation an especially
arranged set of dampers and mutes in such manner as to give sweet
one string effects of peculiarly sympathetic quality. Mr. Jesse
French, the president of the company, started in the music business
in 1872, branching out into the piano business in 1875, and has been
continuously connected with the industry ever since. Mr. French was
the founder of one and intimately associated with others of the
best, known and most successful factories and distributing companies
in the United States. It has always been the aim of the company to
make the Jesse French & Sons instruments the very best that they
could produce, regardless of expense. The Jesse French & Sons' piano
is an artistic production, the culmination of years of experience in
the music trade. They are made in grands, uprights, foot-power and
electric players and reproducing pianos in great varieties of size
and styles, and in all of the fancy woods. Every part of the
instrument, with the exception of the hardware, is produced in the
mammoth factory in New Castle. Ind., erected especially for the
purpose and equipped with the idea of securing the best possible
results in every department in any way connected with the production
of Jesse French & Sons pianos. For in them the question of quality
is paramount and the desire to excel a very potent force, two
expressive mottos being well known in this connection, viz.:
"Quality First and First Quality" and "A Name well-known Since
1875."
FUEHR & STEMMER In every way the Fuehr & Stemmer
instruments may be recommended with perfect confidence. The Fuehr &
Stemmer factory, at 1932 Wentworth avenue. Chicago, is equipped for
the manufacture of high grade pianos and conducted under the
personal supervision of piano experts in every department of
construction. It may be safely said that the Fuehr & Stemmer grand
piano is in every way worthy of the reputation of the manufacturers
and the fame of their instruments. It is powerful in total without
the strident characteristics which prove a blemish to some
instruments. In every way this grand may be commended, and the name
of Fuehr & Stemmer on an instrument is an assurance of merit and
responsibility.
GABLER This is a name which has been familiar in the
piano world since the year 1854 when the Gabler piano was
established. The founders of the industry are represented by Mr.
Emil E.Gabier, son of the first manufacturer of pianos bearing the
name. Mr. Gabler maintains his interest, and has pride in what the
name stands for in the piano world. He is himself a thoroughly
trained expert in the building of the instrument, and he keeps in
contact with the factory and the progress of the instruments which
bear his name. Gabler pianos and player pianos have been highly
commended through the years. Gabler Electric Expression and
Reproducing instruments are notable additions to this time honored
line. Eighteen new models, including two new grands, greatly
enlarged manufacturing facilities and especially effective
advertising and selling cooperation, make this an ideal line for
progressive merchants.
GERMAIN well-made instruments produced by the Germain
Piano Co., Saginaw, Mich.
GIBBONS & STONE, INC. Gibbons & Stone, Inc., manufacture
the Gibbons & Stone pianos for their retail trade. Strictly high
grade instruments, which include uprights, also pIayer- pianos.
GILMORE Reliable instruments of excellent musical
quality, made by the Straube Piano Co., of Chicago.
GOLDSMITH Pianos, player-pianos and reproducing pianos
of powerful and pleasing tone and great durability of construction
bears this name, which is that of the president of the Goldsmith
Piano Co., makers of the instruments. All Goldsmith instruments are
made under expert supervision by skilled artisans and the name has
become known wherever music is a delight. Very beautiful case
designs mark the Goldsmith products and thus sustain the favor of
the instruments which is created by the satisfying tone quality.
Purchasers of Goldsmith instruments are guaranteed the best results
and receive large returns for their investments, and the methods of
the manufacturers are of a kind to the uniformly commended.
GORDON The Gordon Piano Co. was established in 1845 by
S. T. Gordon, and continued by his son, Hamilton S. Gordosa, until
bought by the present company, by which the quality of the
instruments is being sustained and even improved. Both pianos and
player-pianos are superior in construction and tone. They are
instruments of the kind that meet the approval of the majority of
the piano buying public and they have verified their place in the
world of music by their careful construction, fine appearance and
tonal results.
EDMUND GRAM The Edmund Gram pianos, Grand. Upright and
Player pianos are well made by an ambitious house in Milwaukee. Mr.
Gram has been in the retail piano trade for a great many years and
the instruments which bear his name are well made, handsome in case
designs and of artistic tone quality.
GRENELL BROS. Manufactured by the well-known music house
of the same name. Detroit, Mich.
GULBRANSEN A name familiar to the musical world in
connection with the player-piano industry. The Gulbransen
Registering Piano is unquestionably one of the best-known
instruments of its class in the world. Its trademark, the
Easy-at-the-Pedals, and slogan, "Easy to Play," have been impressed
upon the memory of millions of people through national advertising,
and the claim is made that the Guibransen Registering Piano itself
is more widely distributed than any other. The great favor with
which the Gulbransen instruments are regarded by music loving people
of discriminating judgment is the best possible proof of their
merits. And the large number of responsible piano merchants who
represent the Gulbransen instruments leaves no question as to their
desirability in every particular. In the field of player-pianos the
name of Gulbransen is especially familiar because of the part Mr. A.
G. Gulbransen has taken in the inventive and creative phases of the
instrument. In tone realization there is no one to dispute the
character of the Gulbransen pianos and registering pianos.
HACKLEY The "Hackley" piano is made by the Chase-Hackley
Piano Co. of Muskegon, Mich. It is a thoroughly reliable instrument,
the product of an honorable house, and holds a high position in the
musical world. The "Hackley" piano is named after the late president
of the Chase-Hackley Piano Co., which well-known concern
manufactures the piano in its perfectly equipped factory in
Muskegon, Mich.
HADDORFF The career of the Haddorff pianos is by many in
the art world regarded as phenomenal. These famous instruments
encompass every form and attainment, including the Artistic Grands,
Reproducing Pianos, Grand Reproducing Players, Player-pianos and
uprights every phase of high grade piano manufacture, and the name
of Haddorif is always the symbol of musical attainment. The
attainment of power in a piano's name is a matter of such complexity
of elements that to describe the way to that result in words is
almost impossible. Haddorff pianos have so long stood as
representatives of fine achievement in pianos that to refer to the
evenness of tone, the responsiveness of action, and the charm of
expression possible to the performer, would be to repeat that with
which the piano world is already familiar. Haddorff pianos are
recognized as models of piano artistry. They are instruments whose
workings out have been, as is always the case with ambitious
instruments, gradual and progressive through the years. The Haddorff
scale is so finely shaded, and its tonal results so graduated, that
there is no ear so acute as to detect where the dividing lines
occur. And that is one of the triumphs of the scale draftsman work.
It is the work of a master acoustician whose entire life has been
devoted to piano development and the finest attainment of inborn
skill and experience has found a culmination in the instruments that
bear his name. Mr. C. A. Haddorff designed and created the first
Haddorff piano.
The Haddorff sounding board is scientifically constructed with a
view to obtaining the greatest resonance without in the least
interfering with the clarity of tone and quality of tone power.
Haddorff pianos are the results of the best material so carefully
treated and adjusted and so finely finished in external and internal
details that there is only reason for approval by the most critical.
And this applies also to durability, giving to these instruments
everything that the discriminating piano lover must demand, and
insuring for the instrument itself the progressive career to which
it was originally dedicated. The Haddorff player- piano is in every
way the same creation as the Haddorff piano, equipped with the
pneumatic action by which the utmost refinement of expression is
easily possible. All of the effects possible to human interpretation
are attainable with an accuracy absolutely dependable. The Haddorff
Reproducing Piano is electrically controlled and is representative
of the latest advance in this marvelous instrument by which the
performances of the greatest pianist may be reproduced with fidelity
to the most delicate tonal results of accent, tonal control and
technique. Haddorif pianos have attained' an immovable place in the
world of art, and they are everywhere recognized for the influence
they exert in musical life and in the business attainments of their
representatives.
HAINES BROS. Since its establishment, the Haines Bros.
piano has been one of the leading high grade and artistic pianos. It
remained, however, for the present day piano to attain its greatest
eminence. The name of Haines Bros. has been of powerful influence in
the trade and commands a higher regard today than at any previous
time in its history. The present line of Haines Bros. pianos, both
grands and uprights, and player-pianos embody everything that is
required in the way of quality. The Haines Bros, piano has become
known as the official college piano by reason of there being, in all
probability, more Haines Bros. pianos in actual use in the most
representative conservatories and Institutions of musical learning
in this country than any other piano. All of these pianos were
selected and purchased by these institutions after severe and
critical tests. The Haines Bros. piano has been for many years a
favorite with many of the world's most famous artists. The list of
artists runs into the hundreds and would tabulate here like a
musical directory, but space prohibits its insertion. Two
interesting and important books have been published in the interest
of the Haines Bros. Piano, "The Artist's Choice," containing a
portrait" of famous artists with their testimonials, and "Golden
Opinions" with hundreds of letters from colleges, conservatories,
and other institutions of learning.
W. P. HAINES & CO. This widely known piano was
established by Mr. W. P. Haines of the distinguished family of New
York piano manufacturers. It is an instrument of unchallenged
quality and it is manufactured under conditions well designed to
continue in the esteem of the critical piano buying public.
Associated with the manufacturers of the WP Haines & Co. piano is
Mr. T. Lloyd Jones, a grandson of the original creator of pianos
bearing the name of Haines. All of the members of W. P. Haines & Co.
are experienced piano experts, and their ambition to produce
instruments of distinction and character has long been recognized
and realized. The player-piano bearing the same name is no less
commendable for its fine qualities. It is the special wish and aim
of the makers of these instruments that they are never confused with
any others bearing similar names. A large new addition to the
factory was made in the summer of 1917 and the manufacturing
Capacity thereby greatly increased, proportionately to the rapidly
growing demand.
HALLET & DAVIS Among the oldest American pianos and one
whose career has reflected credit upon the American art industries.
Established in 1839, the fame of the Hallet & Davis has continued to
expand and today it is everywhere regarded as the high grade product
of one of America's most ambitious piano industries Hallet & Davis
pianos and player-pianos contain all modern improvements and are
used by many eminent pianists and have won the indorsement of almost
countless critics and experts. Hallet & Davis pianos are made in
grand and upright styles, the grands having been chosen by many
artists for their public performances. Whatever the style and form,
these pianos are strictly high grade instruments. In November 1925,
the Hallet & Davis Piano Co. was acquired by the Premier Grand Corporation of New York, which
continues the manufacture of the famous grand piano which so long
came from Boston. The uprights are now produced in the large
factories of Jacob Doll & Sons in New York.
HAMILTON Manufactured by the Hamilton Piano Co.,
Chicago, Ill. The Hamilton Piano Co.'s extensive factories are
located at Chicago I eights, Ill. The products of the factories are
very large and form an important part of the output controlled by
the Baldwin Piano Co. Hamilton pianos, comprising upright, grand and
reproducing pianos. (The Hamilton Manualo is a player-piano of
extraordinary merit. It combines the qualities of the Hamilton
pianos with a scientifically constructed player mechanism. It is
absolutely sure to give lasting satisfaction. Refer to the
Baldwin Piano Co. and Hamilton Piano Co.
HARDMAN Made by Hardman. Peck & Co., one of the
distinguished American piano industries, with a world wide
reputation for the utmost reliability. Hardman pianos are note for
their technical qualities, for their purity, delicacy, the artistic
beauty of their cases, and for their remarkable durability. The
Period designs are handsome and accurate. They have been made for
more than eighty-three years. The Hardman five foot grand is the
most popular of the Hardman pianos because of its convenient size
and reasonable price. The Hardman has been the official piano of the
Metropolitan Opera Company in New York for the past fourteen years
and a letter from the management to the makers of the piano states
that the eighteen Hardman pianos in constant use in the opera house
are noted for their fine quality, fullness and great durability give
them high satisfaction in spite of the fact that they are subjected
to extremely heavy usage, due to the almost ceaseless rehearsals
that are conducted here.".
HAMMOND The Hammond piano, and player-pianos
manufactured by the Straube Piano Company, are
instruments of high quality: they please the most discriminating
musical taste. The Straube Piano Company recognizes
the fact that pianos and player-pianos can be no better than the
material and workmanship which go into them, and has built up its
reputation on a solid foundation of satisfied customers. The Hammond
slogan: "Built by those who know pianos." Those who know," is a
literal statement of fact. Countless satisfied owners are the result
of years of dependable manufacturing.
HAMPTON instruments of beautiful tone and reliable
construction which are from the factory of the Story & Clark
Piano Co.
HARP-O-GRAND A remarkably effective automatic piano
which is a favorite for places of entertainment. Manufactured by the Nelson-Wiggen Piano Co., of Chicago.
HARRINGTON Manufactured in the Harrington Department of Hardman, Peck & Co., New York. A moderately priced
instrument of superior qualities. Its beautiful tone is satisfying
to the critical musician: its sympathetic touch fairly invites the
fingers by its delightful responsiveness. And these vital qualities
are perpetuated by a durability which results from the use of the
best material manipulated by expert workmanship. Special attention
has been given to Harrington case designs. The wide variety of
styles and the several different woods employed in the Harrington
pianos renders it a simple matter to satisfy any taste and to choose
a piano in harmony with any proposed environment. The Harrington
Midget, with the same qualities as are in the larger pianos, has a
marvelous tone for so small a piano.
HARTFORD The name of handsome and dependable uprights,
grand, and player pianos manufactured by the Hartford Piano Co., of
Chicago. The Hartfords are medium priced instruments in which there
is large value for moderate investment. Perfectly reliable and safe
instruments to buy and the guaranteed products of an industry of the
utmost reliability.
HARVARD Reliable pianos and player-pianos of great
attractiveness are manufactured by the Harvard Piano Co. Dayton, Ky.
They are recognized for being among the most popular and salable
instruments on the market. They possess distinct individuality and
musical merit and are in every respect thoroughly well made and
strictly reliable instruments. The Harvard is owned exclusively by
the John Church Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio.
HAZELTON BROTHERS One ox America's oldest and most
famous pianos, established in 1849, thus being one of the pioneers'
piano industries of reliability and distinction. It is a well-known
fact that pianos originally built by this house are still in good
condition musically. They make a full line, including player pianos
and grands and also install the renowned Welte-Mignon, under Welte-Mignon
patents in both uprights and grands. Hazelton grands are famous
throughout large clienteles of musical critics.
HENSEL Pianos bearing this name are from the factory of Hardman, Peck &Company which guarantees their
reliability. The name is a registered trademark belonging to
Hardman. Peck & Co. These instruments are also made in
upright Reproducing pianos, using the Welte-Mignon
actions.
HENKELMAN George Henkelman, Jr., president of the
Henkelman Piano Mfg. Co., of New York, organized the company in June
1922, to make popular pianos and player pianos. Factory, 7097 East
140th St. New York. The Henkelnian instruments are of the kind music
lover's buy, because they are handsome in design, beautifully
finished and of the sweet quality of tone most admired. Mr.
Henkelman being himself an expert piano maker, understands the
demand and supplies it. Henkelman pianos are durable in every
respect and they have made good progress, with trade and public.
HERBERT The Herbert piano contains the latest and most
modern improvements, as well as a number of special features of
superior merit, enabling the performer to play the music of the
masters with ease and effect. All Herbert pianos are fully warranted
and are thoroughly reliable and safe pianos to buy.
C.. J. HEPPE & SON The C. J. Heppe & Son is the leading
piano made by the Heppe Piano Co. The pianos made under the
direction of the Heppe Piano Co. are produced by two factories in
uptown Philadelphia. The Heppe Piano Co.'s product differs from all
other pianos because that they have three sounding boards instead of
one, an invention which was patented in 1902 in the United States
and foreign countries.
HINZE By Kimball, Chicago, Illinois - French Lick,
Indiana. This popularly known piano and also player- pianos
are manufactured in Chicago, are thoroughly reliable and bear the
guaranty of the manufacturer. Charter for the manufacture controlled
by W. W. Kimball.
HOLMES & SON Pianos and player pianos were made in their
modern and completely equipped factory at East Rochester, N.Y. These
instruments had an excellent reputation for their quality of tone
and durability. Their players' mechanisms were installed with great
accuracy and operate with an ease which had been warmly praised.
HOLLAND This name is that of high grade pianos and
player pianos made by the Holland Piano Mfg. Co., of Minneapolis.
Minn., and Menomonie, Wis. Holland pianos and player-pianos are
admirably refined and musical: their case designs are handsome, and
the material and construction are durable and reliable. These
instruments may be recommended. That they are instruments of the
kind that win prompt approval is seen in the fact that they are
today in demand with a class of piano buyers who have the ability to
discriminate and who would not entertain the thought of any other
than representative instruments. The Holland factory is under the
management of Mr. James E. Sleeper, a well-known expert.
HOFFMAN A good piano of moderate price, made by Smith,
Barnes & Strohber Co., in their large factory at North Milwaukee,
WI. The Hoffmann piano has been on the market for many years and has
proved to be of durable construction and in every way reliable. The
tone is of the quality that attracts a great many people and the
case designs are at once beautiful and original in decorative
details. The manufacturers are among the largest in the American
piano industry, with factories in Chicago and Milwaukee, and the
house is of unquestioned financial standing.
HOMER Pianos and player-pianos of dependable
construction and attractive musical qualities bearing this famous
name ire the products of Strich & Zeidler of New York.
HORNUNG A well-established piano, made by C. C. Hornung
Inc. These pianos were first made in San Francisco in 1872. and have
always been sold as a high grade instrument. Mr. Homung uses nothing
but the best of materials, actions and keys. He obtained highest
award and gold medal at Midwinter fair in 1894.
HOWARD by Baldwin. Pianos bearing this name are the
product of The Howard Piano Co. of Cincinnati. The "Howard" is a
well-made instrument of absolute reliability and durability, backed
by one of the strongest and greatest houses in the trade. The Howard
player-pianos are distinguished by mechanical thoroughness, together
with the application of scientific principles. The Howard school
piano is a universal favorite with public schools and the musically
informed. The Howard small grand piano is an instrument very highly
regarded by music lovers The Howard coin operated piano is strict to
give satisfaction and is a universal favorite.
HUNTINGTON Pianos and player pianos, also electrically
and manually operated. Manufactured by the Huntington Piano Company
at its factory in Shelton, Conn. The Huntington Piano Co.,
incorporated in 1894, is a substantial industry, the product of
which holds a good place with the piano buying public. The
Huntington pianos and player pianos are of the durable kind that
withstand the wear of years and present a beautiful appearance,
their case designs being graceful and their construction good
throughout. The name of Huntington is one in which the piano
merchants find an influence that creates business, and their
customers realize full value for their investment in the instrument
of music.
INNER-PLAYER This name is used exclusively by The Cable Company to designate, their player mechanism.
To the words "Inner-Player" The Cable Company adds the word "Carola"
when the mechanism is built into the Carola Inner-Player line has
added the word "Euphona" when the mechanism is built into the
Euphona Inner-Player line. This player-action represents the latest
development in the player-piano field. Its many exclusive features
are made and patented by The Cable Company,
Chicago,
IRVING Reliable pianos and player-pianos manufactured by
the M. Schulz. Co. Chicago. Irving pianos are well
made, possessing durable qualities, and give the best of
satisfaction wherever used. The makers are one of the wealthiest and
most enterprising corporations with a reputation second to none.
Financial standing is unquestioned. Refer also to M. Schulz
Co.,
IRVINGTON This piano and also player-piano belongs to
the famous line of instruments manufactured by the Story &
Clark Piano Co. of Chicago. The factory was at Grand Haven,
Mich. Reliable and beautiful instruments.
IVERS & POND A piano long established and extensively
advertised. Ivers & Pond pianos have gained a prominent position
before the public and they are in every respect meritorious
instruments, as are the player pianos of the same make.
JACOB BROTHERS Manufactured by the Jacob Bros. Co., In
the large piano manufacturing plant New York City. The Jacob Bros.
Co. is one of the most progressive and Successful concerns in the
piano industry. They have several retail stores in the city of New
York and in other important cities of the east. Their wholesale
trade is very large and substantial. Jacob Brothers pianos and
player-pianos are durable instruments, their finish being
exceptionally fine and the tone quality satisfying. They received an
award at the World Columbian Exposition, in 1893, and have been the
recipients of many encomiums from the music trade and public. Jacob
Brothers have large financial interests in other noted makes of
pianos, and also a controlling interest in one of the finest
equipped piano case factories in this country; they have recently
acquired an action factory of old established reputation, and
altogether have taken a prominent position in the piano industry.
JAMES & HOLMSTROM An old, honorable and valued name in
the American piano industry. The James & Holmstrom instruments have
long been noted for their excellence of material, durability and
tine tone qualities, one valuable feature in the construction of
these pianos being the transposing keyboard. The small grands that
bear this name have attracted widespread attention among critics in
the musical worth by reason of their unusual excellence. The James &
Holmstrom factory comprises commodious quarters at Alexander Ave.
and l33rd St., New York, devoted exclusively to the manufacture of
these fine instruments. The reproducing and player-pianos of this
make are equally admirable in every particular.
JANSSEN One of the conservative, reputable piano
manufacturing companies in New York, owned exclusively by Janssen
Piano Co., Inc. Manufactures uprights, miniature grands, player
pianos and player grands, also reproducing and expression player
pianos.
JEFFERSON These attractive and sweet toned pianos are
the products of The Jesse French & Sons Piano Co.,
of New Castle, Indiana. They are met with favor with a class of
music lovers who want reliable instruments for family or home use.
The Jefferson piano is durable in construction, and it is fully
sustained by the company's guarantee. In September 1919 Mr. Johnson
organized the Henry G. Johnson Piano Mfg. Co.,
secured the factory at Bellevue, Iowa, which has been in operation
for very many years, and commenced the manufacture of Henry G.
Johnson player-pianos exclusively. The Henry G. Johnson instruments
have won success by their sterling merits. They are more and more in
demand as the trade and public become familiar with their desirable
qualities, and the fact that the factory has been enlarged by an
addition 400 feet long by 80 feet wide speaks in positive terms of
the progress which has been made, and this condition augurs well for
the future.
JEWETT Jewett pianos have been made in New England
continuously for more than sixty years and sold throughout the
United States and abroad. Used and endorsed by famous musicians,
Jewett pianos are famed for their thoroughness of construction,
fullness of tone and exceptional ability for standing in tune under
changing conditions. Factory, Leominster, Mass.
E. P. JOHNSON The name of the president of the E. P.
Johnson Piano Co., of Elgin and Ottawa, Ill. Mr. Johnson is a
thoroughly skilled and experienced piano maker, having designed and
built some of the famous instruments besides those of its own
industry, which is one of the most flourishing. The E. P. Johnson
pianos and player-pianos are in every way distinguished by quality
and up to date characteristics. E. P. Johnson pianos are dependable
in every respect, and they are favorites with many of the foremost
dealers.
EDOUARD JULES One of the three pianos made by the Heppe Piano Co., of Philadelphia and New York. This
piano is equipped with Three Sounding Boards (patented) instead of
the usual one. And is on sale by C. J. Heppe & Son, Philadelphia.
(Established 1865.)
KAISER A small industry was established in 1891 and is
making a few very good instruments for the retail trade of their
makers. Office, 3301 Beach St., Chicago.
KELLMER PIANO CO. Conservative concern in good standing
making small numbers of pianos for retail trade, exclusively, at
Hazleton, Pa. established in 1883.
KELSO & CO. Commercial pianos and player pianos made at
No. 18 Horatio St., New York.
KENMORE A medium grade piano manufactured by the
P. A. Starck Piano Co. of Chicago. Good piano at a
reasonable price, and the product of an industry so responsible that
its purchaser is absolutely secure.
KIMBALL The unlimited enterprise and commercial strength
of the W. W. Kimball Co., Chicago, manufacturers of the "Kimball"
piano have pushed forward the fame and triumphs of the instrument.
The "Kimball" has received endorsements from both the public and the
professional, on the artistic elements of the piano world and that
to an extent that has been rarely equaled. The Kimball received the
highest awards Yukon-Pacific Exposition, Seattle, 1902, and the
Panama-Pacific Exposition, San Francisco, l910 and 1912. The Kimball
is made under conditions which, to an almost absolute degree assure
perfect adaptation and fitting together of its parts. The plant in
which it is manufactured is one of the finest and best equipped in
the world there being few which approach it in magnitude of
production or in the perfection of its adaptation to the purpose for
which it is designed. The manufacturers of the "Kimball" are men of
long experience in the musical instrument industry. The Kimball
concert grand has been used by and is the preference of and has been
endorsed by a large number of artists many of whom while using it
has scored their greatest public triumphs as concert soloists.
KELLER & SONS Pianos and player-pianos of admirable
character which were founded in l902 by the late Henry Keller. In
the summer of 1916 the industry was purchased by Wilfred Piano Co.
and the already excellent quality of the pianos and player-pianos
have been fully sustained.
KINDLER & COLLINS Pianos made by practical piano men in
their factory. The pianos are reliable, musical and desirable.
Player-pianos are equally attractive and a small grand has also been
added to the Kindler & Collins line of popular
instruments. The Kindler & Collins instruments are
made in various case designs and always with a view to symmetry and
beauty. They are sold by many of the foremost piano houses
throughout the country and steadily gain in favor wherever
introduced. A name of recognized standing, on the piano is the best
possible assurance of character and reliability.
KINGSBURY The popular instruments bearing this name are
the product of The Cable Co., of Chicago, one of
the largest, as well as most progressive piano manufacturing
industries of the world. The "Kingsbury" is an
attractive instrument, backed by a house of great resources and of
highest responsibility. The "Kingsbury" pianos
possess unusual attractiveness in case design and finish, besides
having excellent musical qualities. They are of the
characteristically popular kind, in which general style and the
grace of design are wedded to those even more important
considerations of musical tone and durability of construction. There
are many reasons why the New Scale Kingsbury piano
is an unusual value. In the first place, the makers are piano men of
long standing; in the second place, their large capital and
resources, more than nine million dollars, means big buying power:
means getting the best materials the market affords at the right
price; and it has also meant the equipping of their two great
factories with every facility for turning out the best work in the
best way. Finally, the makers of the Kingsbury
piano insist upon building all parts of their pianos, even to the
actions, sounding boards and keyboards, in their own plant, where
they supervise not only the workmanship, but the inspection of all
raw materials. The guarantee of the manufacturers is backed by
unquestioned financial responsibility.
KINGSTON Pianos and player-pianos bearing this name are
made by The Rudolph Wurlitizer Co. The Kingston was a handsome and
in every way a desirable instrument.
KIRSCHNER This is the name of one of the popular pianos
and players from the industry of the Henry B. Johnson Piano Co., of
Belleville, Iowa. Kirschner pianos are made in attractive case
designs and of durable construction and pleasing tone quality. They
are intended for the popular trade, and in that they have won
recognition and a wide sale. The factories at Bellevue. Iowa, are
extensive and perfectly equipped for speedy and accurate production.
WM. KNABE & CO. The distinguished and time-honored
instruments which bear this celebrated name are manufactured by Wm.
Knabe & Co., Inc., one of America's oldest industries. Knabe pianos
have an artistic record dating back to the year 183, when the
instrument was founded by the late Wm. Knabe, in Baltimore, Md. Mr.
Knabe had been working in different factories before he established
his own instrument, having arrived in this country in 1832. His
earlier knowledge had been acquired in the famous factories of
Germany. Re was a man of great mechanical ability and possessed of
ideals which mark the man of genius. These ideals have been
sustained and imbedded in the Knabe piano to this day through all of
more than eighty two years since the first instrument bearing the
name appeared in Baltimore. In the succession of practical workers
in the factories of Wm. Knabe & Co. has been generations of experts,
descendants of the original workmen and members of the Knabe family.
These skilled men gained their training in the Knabe factory and it
is not long since a census of the Knabe employees proved the
interesting fact that more than one third of the men have been
employed by Wm. Knabe & Co. for from fifteen to more than fifty
years, an average for the entire force of eighteen and a half years.
When Wm. Knabe died in 1864 his two sons, Ernst and Wm. Knabe, Jr.,
and his son-in-law, Chas. Seidel, came into practical control of the
rapidly expanding industry. Branch houses were opened in several
cities, including New York and Washington. At the death of Ernst
Knabe, who had become one of the most popular and able piano
manufacturers the industry has ever known and later of his brother,
Wm. Knabe, Jr., the direction of the business fell to Chas. Keidel.
Subsequently the house was incorporated with a capital of $l00, 000.
and in 1908 it became a division of the American Piano Co. Today the
house of Wm. Knabe & Sons is stronger more ambitious and progressive
than ever before in its long history. It produces grand and upright
pianos and player pianos. Both in manufacturing ability and
commercial integrity the house stands unquestioned. The factories in
Baltimore are among the biggest and best equipped in the world and
the plant, including lumber yards, covers more than six acres and
embraces 392,000 feet of floor space. The distinction of the Knabe
pianos is worldwide. They combine a rare degree power and sweetness
of tone, delicacy and a poetic singing character and a beauty of
case design and finish not surpassed. Many of the world's great
artists have used the Knabe pianos in their public concerts, and
Knabe grands have taken part in the concert tours of a large
proportion of the famed virtuoso. They have also been used in the
concert halls throughout the United States and the public schools of
New York City for many years. They are sold all over the United
States by prominent piano houses as well as in foreign countries,
there being many agencies throughout Europe and elsewhere.
On January 1,1912 Chas. Seidel Jr., the son of Chas. Seidel and
grandson of Wm. Knabe 1. was elected to office of president of Wm.
Knabe & Co. On Mr. Keidel Jr.'s, death in April 1913, Mr. Wm. B.
Armstrong, a man of long experience and tried ability in connection
with the piano industry, in its various departments was made
president. Mr. R.K. Paynter who had long been manager of the
Washington and New York branches of the house, was elected
vice-president and general manager. In March 1922, Mr. Paynter was
advanced to the presidency of this distinguished and time-honored
institution. Mr. Paynter had been connected with the house since
1899. Factories, Baltimore, Md. The Knabe is obtainable with the
Ampico.
CHARLES KOHLER Charles Kotiler pianos are made by Kohler
& Campbell, Inc., of 601-615 West 50th St., New York. This
organization has one of the largest outputs of pianos and
player-pianos in the world. These Charles Kohler pianos,
player-pianos, electric expression pianos, reproducing pianos and
grands, are the products de luxe of the instruments manufactured by
this institution. They represent the best skill and knowledge of the
late Mr. Charles Kohler, who was recognized as one of the
instruments is notable for tonal purity and tonal volume, handsome
and artistic case designs, beautiful finish and easy, responsive
actions. They are highly esteemed in every detail, being the
exponents of splendid craftsmanship, skill and infinite care in
production.
KOHLER & CAMPBELL Manufactured by Kohler & Campbell,
Inc. New York City, one of the leading piano industries and
possessing several large factories. Their progress had been
remarkable, not only in the enormous output of pianos, but also in
the constant improvement of their instruments, which were
distinguished for their durability and excellent tone lasting
quality, and in consequence they have won position in the front
ranks of reliable makes of pianos. The latest additions to this
popular line are baby grand pianos, electric expression players and
reproducing pianos (licensed under Welte-Mignon patents). The Kohler
& Campbell baby grand instrument is distinguished for its beautiful
tone, extraordinary tonal volume and handsome appearance. This
artistic instrument is one of the smallest grand pianos made. The
Kohler & Campbell electric expression player may be played either by
hand, by treadles with music rolls or by electric power. The Kohler
& Campbell reproducing piano may be played by hand as a piano as a
player-piano, using any Standard 88 note roll and as a reproducing
piano. There are thousands of Welte-Mignon music records available
for this remarkable instrument.
The Kohler & Campbell house is one of the most enterprising and
progressive in the entire industry. Their pianos are of the kind
that please the popular taste and there are more than 230,000 of
these pianos now in use. These pianos are also exported in large
numbers and are remarkable for the manner in which they withstand
climatic and geographical extremes.
Kohler & Campbell was one of the largest piano companies in
America at one time, producing as many as sixty different names at a
time, many of which were stencils (private labels) during and after
the great depression. Kohler & Campbell purchased many piano
factories throughout the United States. Kohler & Campbell pianos
were well built and make excellent entry level pianos in good
condition. Many of their pianos were handcrafted in many respects.
In later years as a result of being manufactured in the heartland of
the American furniture industry where raw material's availability
and craftsmanship were passed on from generation to generation. See
also: Astor, Brambach, Davenport, Milton, Behning, J.C. Campbell,
Hazleton, Stratford, Behr Brothers, Celeste,Charles Kohler, Tom
Thumb, Francis Bacon, Francis , Classic, Kroger, and Waldorf
KOTH-BAYER On January1, 1915, Mr. Frederick Koth, an
experienced piano maker entered into partnership with Mr.Harry
Bayer, of Poughkeepsie, N. Y. In 1923 Mr. Koth retired from the
firm.
KRAKAUER BROS. The house was established in 1869. and
the piano bearing this name is the product of a family of musicians
as well as mechanics of skill in the art of piano building. The
grand pianos manufactured by this estimable house are recognized in
musical circles as instruments of superior merit. because of their
artistic tone quality. The Krakauer grands have maintained a high
place among the artistic American instruments. They are splendid
specimens of piano design and in their tone quality and power they
challenge admiration and meet the highest commendation of the most
critical. The Krakauer reproducing pianos are types of the highest
development. Krakauer player pianos are no less admirable. They
enhance the latest improvements and have from the first been
recognized as containing many novel and exclusive features.
KRANICH & BACH Among the special improvements claimed
for the Kranich & Bach piano are the Violin plate (a full metal
plate with slanting pin block); the patented spiral spring washer;
folding music rack and fall board in the uprights; and the Isotonic
pedal which eliminates the shifting action in the grand. The Kranich
& Bach upright and grand pianos have been before the public for more
than a half century and during that time have held the same position
they now occupy. The Kranich & Bach player-piano containing a player
action manufactured completely in the Kranich & Bach factory is in
every way as admirable as the piano of the same makers. A popular
Kranich & Bach instrument is the "Grandette," a
standard grand piano only 4' 9" long.
KREITER Made by the Kreiter Manufacturing Co. Inc., in
their new, modern and a well-equipped factory. with all the latest
machinery for the interior of the piano, as well as the wood working
parts, such as the cases, backs, etc., which are all made in their
own factory, located at Marinette, Wisconsin. The Kreiter plant
covers seven acres of land. Daily capacity, thirty pianos. The
Kreiter pianos are made in grands, uprights and player-pianos. They
are standard instruments of high-class design and are noted for
admirable tone qualities, affording ample power and expressive
effects. These instruments have easily won hosts of friends. The
Kreiter player-pianos are equally desirable and very popular
instruments. This company also makes the Waldemar
piano, named after the son of the president of the Kreiter
Manufacturing Co., and which has met with success and which presages
a place of genuine popularity for the pianos from Wisconsin.
KURTZMANN Wherever good pianos are known, the Kurtzamann
is a prime favorite. This celebrated instrument is available in the
Reproducing Grand, with the famous Welte-Mignon (licensee) action. A
magnificent concert grand, a charming parlor grand and a variety of
baby grands. It is also made in uprights and upright players and the
Kurtzmann line has recently been augmented by the development of a
high grade four foot four vertical grand and vertical player grand.
This firm is one of the country's oldest piano makers, having been
established by Christian Kurtzmann in 1848. During the 77 years that
have followed. the company has steadfastly adhered to the quality
ideals of its founder and chosen to grow by adhesion to sound
methods of production and merchandising. The Kurtzmann has won a
distinct position as a musical instrument of high character. The
goal has been to make each Kurtzmann a musical and artistic
masterpiece. True craftsmanship is found in even the minutest
details, and the Kurtzmann company has long been famed for its skill
in the selection and matching of choice mahogany or walnut veneers.
Special attention is given to the finishing of Kurtzmann
instruments, ample time being taken to assure a finish that like the
piano itself, will assure a lifetime of service. The tone quality of
every Kurtzmann is developed along the most approved lines, so that
t will appeal to critic and novice alike. Full laminated bridges,
pin blocks, reinforced sounding boards, as well as overall metal
plates are mechanical features of Kurtzmann practice that strongly
appeal to those who are accustomed to appraising piano values and
the Kurtzmann has become far famed as a piano that is much higher in
values than it is in price. The Kurtzmann line is particularly well
presented in the latest Kurtzmann art catalog, which will be
promptly mailed upon request.
KRELL The Krell grand, upright and player-pianos are the
famous and very popular products of the Werner Industries
Company, successor to the Krell Piano Co.
Cincinnati, Ohio. Krell pianos and player-pianos have been favorites
in the musical world for a great many years. They are durable,
handsome, and desirable instruments.
KROGER The grand and reproducing grand pianos, player
pianos and upright pianos which bear this distinguished name are
known wherever music is appreciated. The name of Kroeger is an old
and honorable one in the piano trade. The makers of the Kroeger have
been piano makers for more than sixty years, and the Kroeger
industry is one in which musical America has taken pride. The
factory at New York City.
LAGONDA PIANO CO. Widely known pianos and players are
made and marketed by: the Jesse French & Sons Piano Co.,
New Castle, Ind., who are the proprietors and exclusive factors for
the same. Lagonda pianos are fully warranted by the Jesse French &
Sons Piano Co., which is adequate assurance of the merit of the
instruments and the responsibility of their makers. The Lagonda
pianos and players, both foot-power and electric, are made in a
large variety of styles and sizes as well as all the fancy woods.
They are handled by many of the most enterprising piano houses in
this country as well as being exported to lands beyond the seas.
They are attractive and thoroughly reliable instruments. The Lagonda
player-piano enjoys a daily increasing demand which tells plainly of
its merits and satisfaction giving qualities. The advertising
phrases used in connection with these instruments tell the story: "Lagonda
Pianos, Maximum Values": "Lagonda Pianos, thousands in use and the
demand increasing."
LAKESIDE Well-made instruments manufactured by the Cable-Nelson Piano Co., of Chicago and South Haven,
Mich. Lakeside pianos are produced with greatest care, according to
the well-known standards of this progressive house. Their musical
quality is excellent and their case designs are especially
attractive. They are considered exceptional value, and are sold by
many of the leading piano merchants of the country. Lakeside
pianos and player-pianos enjoy a well-merited popularity and their
place in the trade is securely established. The company is
responsible in every way.
LAUTER The Lauter piano and the Lauter Humana
player-piano's have been made for many years and lay claim to
distinctive features. The Lauter Co. was established in 1862 in
Newark, N.J.
LEHR Made by H. Lehr & Co., Easton, Pa. This concern was
organized in 1890 and has had a continuous record of successfully
producing fine instruments. The original owner. Horace Lehr, is
still at the head and now has associated with him his two sons,
Horace A. Lehr and Henry S. Lehr. A complete line of Lehr upright,
player, electric player, grand and reproducing grand pianos are
made. Their high musical value is recognized throughout the country
as well as their reliability and beauty, of construction.
Manufactured under most favorable conditions, instruments of high
quality are produced at a reasonable cost. The LaFayette pianos and
player-piano's are also made by H. Lebr & Co. to supply the demand
for good instruments at a popular price.
LEINS Admirable pianos and player pianos bearing this
name have appeared since 1859, when the industry producing these
instruments was established in New York City. The Leins piano is
thoroughly well made, of choice materials It Is the product of E.
Leins Piano Co., incorporated, at the head of which is Mr. E. Leins,
whose name the piano bears. Fredrick B. Roth, secretary and
treasurer. It may easily be realized that under such conditions the
Leins piano is the embodiment of careful workmanship and an ambition
to excel. The Leins pianos are not produced in vast numbers, but
each one is the result of deliberation and care. Leins pianos are
now sold by many dealers and the factory output increases with the
spread of the demand for good pianos. It may be said that the Leins
piano is the product of one of the few remaining industries
controlled by actual piano makers who personally superintend the
progress of their pianos from beginning to the finished product. The
Leins player piano is equally reliable and has won distinction by
its merits.
LEONARD & CO. Upright, player and grand pianos which
bear this name arc of fine quality are manufactured by the Lester
Piano Co., of Philadelphia. They are instruments of beautiful tone
quality and superior workmanship. The material and construction are
unexceptional and the Leonard stands high in the judgments of
critical trade. Leonard pianos and players are increasing in
popularity as they become widely known, and they are commended with
the utmost assurance of satisfaction, and are sold by the best class
of piano merchants throughout the country. Until recently the
Leonard & Company line consisted of uprights and player-pianos only,
which have become so popular with the trade because of their
sterling quality and reasonable price that the company decided in
1925 to make the Leonard line complete by the addition of the
Leonard & Company grand. This marvelous grand, while only 4 feet 11
inches long, possesses the tone and other desirable features found
heretofore only in the larger grands.
LESTER Lester pianos won a high place in the world of
music because of their sweetness of tone and the care expended in
their construction. Adherence, on the part of the Lester Piano Co.,
to the principle of creating quality instruments, rather than to
build vast numbers of pianos, has been the basis of Lester
reputation. No detail in Lester construction, by which the tone and
durability might he perfected, was permitted to pass. As a result,
many famous pianists placed their approval upon Lester pianos. Among
them a are such names as the famed director; Louise Homer. American
artists; Campanari, eminent baritone; Alice Nielson, operatic
soprano; Kneisel, violinist and concert meister; Bell Alten, soprano
of Metropolitan opera, and scores of others; also many great music
schools, as the New England Conservatory, of Boston; Syracuse
University; Broad Street Conservatory, Philadelphia; Converse
College, Spartansburg, S. C.; Lewisburg Female Institute, Lewisburg,
W. Va.; East Carolina Teachers' Training School, Greenville, N. C.,
and many others. Lester pianos are used in nearly 100,000 homes, and
in most of the public schools of Philadelphia. What could speak more
plainly of piano merit? The Lester player-piano is no less
prominent; its action is also the product of Lester Piano Co.
factories, and it has many special features of recognized
superiority. The latest addition to the Lester line is the
Reproducing piano, operated electrically, in both upright and grand
cases. The performances of the world's greatest pianists are
accurately reproduced, among others the hand playing of Paderewski,
Pugno, Josef Hofmann, Leopold Godowsky, Busoni, DePachmann,
Gabrilowitsch. DeBussy and a host of other celebrities.
LESSING Reliable pianos of pleasing tone quality,
attractive de signs and finish, and most durable construction. Made,
marketed and guaranteed by Smith, Barnes & Strohber
Co. Chicago. In creating the Lessing the manufacturers had in mind
the great and growing demand for pianos of the utmost durability, to
be sold at very high prices, and still to insure lasting value and
satisfaction. Lessing player pianos are no less attractive. It need
not be said that the Smith, Barnes & Strohber Co.
Is an industry of unquestioned merit and ethics. The Lessing piano
was the single most sought after instruments in areas of the country
where bad weather was a factor. The Lessing was popular in Canada
and Alaska. There is more Lessing upright pianos in use than any
other manufacturer. Large factories in Chicago and North Milwaukee.
One of the very few uprights worthy of restoration due to the
excellence in materials and workmanship.
LINDEMAN & SONS The Lindeman & Sons is the second oldest
piano factory in America, Lindeman & Sons pianos have been
manufactured since 1886, and have been famous for high quality and
reasonable prices. The line includes uprights, grands and players,
The Celco Reproducing Medium is included in
Lindeman & Sons' pianos.
LINDNER Manufactured for many years by M. Lindner,
Buffalo, N. Y. They are instruments of good tone quality and durable
construction, Mr. Lindner is a piano builder of note and he is ably
assisted by Mr. C. F.Linder, also an expert piano specialist.
LEXINGTON Pianos of beautiful design and hand crafted
scrolling. See Jacob Doll & Sons.
LUDWIG Ludwig grands, uprights and player-pianos and
reproducing pianos are noted for handsome case designs and full
resonant and sympathetic quality of tone, and this, together with
the high quality of the action, has established their superiority
and popularity. They are fine instruments in which there is
distinctive character and high order of attainment. The famous
Ludwig instruments are manufactured by Ludwig & Co. a company of
practical piano makers, and the foremen of the factories have been
given an interest in the business in order that they should have an
additional and personal incentive to attain the highest efficiency
in their respective departments. This company is of high standing
and responsibility
The plant being one of the finest and best equipped in the world.
Ludwig & Co. Is the originator of the Unit Valve Player Action with
which the Ludwig player-piano is equipped. The unit system, which
permits each valve to be removed separately, appeal not only to the
executive, but to the maintenance man. It reduces the upkeep expense
to a minimum, because its mechanism, in perfect playing condition,
is simple and easy. All parts of the players' action are easily
accessible from the front without removing the action. The Ludwig
player-piano is easily operated and its accurate and sensitive
action leaves an effect like that of the human fingers and thereby
affords correct musical expression. The construction of this player,
combining simplicity, strength and durability, insures lasting
service. The players' action, while a part of the piano, in no way
interferes with hand playing. The Ludwig Piano was signally honored
with a high award at the Paris Exposition of 1900 and it was given
the highest award given to Ludwig pianos at the Pan American
Exposition. Buffalo, N. Y., 1901, also the London Crystal Palace
Exposition, London, England in 1902. A number of prominent artists
and musicians have endorsed the Ludwig piano in terms of the highest
praise.
LINK Player pianos, coin operated, reproducing pipe
organs and pianos, with selective rolls for theaters, etc. is
manufactured by the Link Piano Co., Inc.,
LYON & HEALY The Lyon & Healy piano is the product of
the old established general music house of the same name, of
Chicago. Its manufacturers refuse to build in greater numbers than
is consistent with the utmost care. The case designs are after
sketches by well-known architects and are acknowledged models in
their way. The "Apartment Grand" is an instrument
of unique character and is recognized as a fine specimen of artistic
piano manufacture. It presents some special features and in tone
quality it is remarkable not only because of its power and clarity,
but in that, while small in dimensions, it is in every essential
feature a real grand. This instrument is also made in the popular
art period designs. The new Lyon & Healy Concert Grand has already
won commendation for its purity and sonority of tone. This
instrument is full concert size. The Lyon & Healy Reproducing Piano
is made both in grand and upright models. The instruments are
attractive in designs, of admirable tone quality, and they have made
a decided impression on the trade and music loving public. They are
perfectly reliable in every particular. The manufacturers are
experts and their experience has taught them what the piano buying
people prefer.
MACEY & KAMP Well made, sweet toned, and in every way
dependable pianos and player-pianos and grand pianos. They are the
products of the Goldsmith Piano Co. of Chicago.
Good values for a fair price are insured and the success of these
instruments attests their qualities.
MANSFIELD Mansfield pianos and player-pianos have won an
enviable reputation for their superior workmanship, material, tone
qualities, beautiful case designs and for the satisfaction they
render. They are known for their quality and individuality and are
manufactured in one of the most modern and well-equipped plants in
the country. As manufacturers the Mansfield Piano Company has a
distinguished position. The high standard to are still in force, and
before leaving the factory here to are still in force, and before
leaving the factory, every instrument is thoroughly inspected by one
of the individual members of the firm, all of whom are practical
piano builders. This is one of the established houses that have
never tried to see how many instruments they could make, but instead
have always tried to see how perfectly they could construct each
piano. "Quality First" is the slogan that is held to throughout the
organization. A combination of expert workmen, best selected
material, and the desire to make only the best in pianos, gives
every Mansfield piano a distinct individuality which is further
strengthened by many valuable inventions which are not merely
talking points, but improvements of value Mansfield pianos and
player pianos have received the endorsements of well-known artists
in both this and foreign countries, and are sold by some of the most
prominent dealers in the United States. They have been placed in
many public institutions where they are daily rendering
satisfactory.
MARCELLUS One the three pianos made by the Heppe
Piano Co., of Philadelphia and New York. This piano has the
patented Heppe Three Sounding Boards, and is sold
by the firm of Heppe & Son.
MANUALO "The Player Piano with the Human Touch." Found
exclusively in the player-pianos made by the House of
Baldwin. The Manualo is not a detached piano player nor a
player action installed in a piano. It is a complete distinctive
instrument a player piano built as a player piano unit. No other
player piano is a Manualo. A few features are the accented pedal
action, giving the instrument the human touch, standardized a
replaceable valve and air finger units, direct striking pneumatics,
an original bellows arrangement, short rounded air passages and the
simplest and most responsive tempo arrangement. The Manualo was
awarded the grand prize at the London Exposition, 1914. This is the
greatest recognition ever bestowed upon any player piano. The
Manualo ranks as one of the leaders in the player-piano world.
Controlled by The Baldwin Piano Co. See "Baldwin,"
"Ellington," "Howard" and "Hamilton."
MARSHALL & WENDELL An old time name in the piano
industry, one of the pioneers in American piano history. Established
in Albany, N. Y., in 1836. Marshall & Wendell entered upon an
enlarged career. The demand for these instruments is very large and
especially for home use. These pianos have been the recipients of
awards at three of the most important exhibitions at the Pan
American in 1901, Seattle-Yukon in 1909, the Panama Pacific
Exposition at San Francisco, and their most recent triumph was the
award received at the great exposition held at Rio de Janeiro to
celebrate the hundredth anniversary of the independence of the
Brazilian Republic. The beauty of the case designs of the Marshall &
Wendell is evidenced in the styles shown in the catalog of the
present year. They are characterized by simplicity and beauty of
proportion which make them harmonize with furnishings of finest
character. In addition to the several upright styles in the Marshall
& Wendell there are the Marshall & Wendell grand pianos. The
celebrated Ampico, which automatically re-enacts the playing of the
world's greatest pianists, is obtainable in the Marshall & Wendell.
MARSHALL In the summer of 1919 the Marshall Piano
Company was organized in Chicago by J, P. Seeburg, who for many
years had been at the head of another industry which bore his name.
In 1920 consolidated with the J.P. Seeburg Piano Co.
MARVEOLA One of the recognized lines of well made and
reliable popular pianos made by Weser Bros., Inc.,
in the great factory of that industry at 520-28 West 43rd Street,
New York.
MADISON The Madison Piano Co. of New York, was
incorporated in the winter of 1917, after manufacturing the Madison
pianos and player-pianos for a number of years.
MASON & HAMLIN Instruments of the rarest artistic merit.
The remarkable excellence of Mason & Hamlin pianofortes has gained
worldwide recognition. Its tone has a sympathetic quality which
distinguishes it from all others and which musicians say they find
in no other piano. Lowell Mason, who has been called the father of
church music in America. A leader of the highest integrity, with
exquisite taste and a refined musical nature, he was of devoted to
the arts since graduating from Harvard in 1888. Supplementing his
training in every department of the business enjoyed a wide
acquaintance with the leading musicians of the world at that time
and a sensitive, intuitive appreciation of their individual natures,
aims and aspirations.
No family has contributed more to the progress of music in
America than the Masons of Massachusetts and New York. Their
forebears first touched these shores at Plymouth in the company of
the Mayflower. During the first half of the 19th century, Professor
Lowell Mason of The Boston Academy of Music was recognized as the
outstanding musical figure of his day. Through his militant efforts,
and the free gift of his time as a patient instructor, the teaching
of music in the public school curriculum had its advent in Boston in
1837. To the millions of school children who now enjoy that
privilege all over America, he is as much a patron saint as is
Horace Mann the father of the common schools. His name is preserved
for posterity, too, as author of some 450 hymn tunes not the least
of which is "Nearer My God to Thee."
This genius for music flamed anew in his two sons who were to
give it expression in vastly different ways. Both acquired what
musical training this country then afforded. Then, both continued
their studies in Europe. Dr. William Mason was a pupil of the
immortal Franz Liszt and returned to impart his knowledge as dean
of. piano teachers in New York City for many years.
Henry Mason sought further instruction at a German university
from which he was graduated with an imbued devotion to music that
embraced the perfectionism of German thought and teaching. He
returned, with all enthusiasm of a pioneer, to spend his life at the
task of providing the best possible musical instruments for the
release of talent in America. In the year 1854, he found the right
partner for his crusade in the person of Emmons Hamlin, an
instrument maker of considerable 'renown.
Mr. Hamlin had been associated with George A. Prince & Co. of
Buffalo, maker's melodious. There he had perfected the first
satisfactory method for producing the sounds of other instruments,
such as the clarinet and violin, through the voicing of organ reeds.
These discoveries he had already incorporated in a new instrument of
his invention known as the Organ Harmonium.
The two sons of Henry Mason followed in the family tradition.
Daniel Gregory Mason turned his talent to the field of composition
and authored a galaxy of works that were interpreted by the fore
most symphony orchestras. Emulating his uncle William, he turned to
teaching as head of the music department at Columbia University.
Henry L. Mason followed in his father's footsteps and was associated
with the Mason & Hamlin Co. for forty years until his retirement.
Later he turned to writing on music.
The firm of Mason & Hamlin first engaged in the manufacturing of
the Organ Harmonium, forerunner of the pipe organs and home-sized
reed organs that were to make the name famous, but they soon
branched out to include the building of pianofortes of equal'
reputation. Mr. Mason was a musician of rare discrimination. An
idealist whose goal was perfection. Mr. Hamlin was a painstaking
craftsman of the old school whose inventive genius provided the
means for attaining that goal, and whose example inspired others to
work with him: Success came quickly and the renown of their
instruments was lasting because they were built always with that
goal in mind. To achieve individual perfection in each instrument,
Mason & Hamlin pianofortes and consoles has always been built by
craftsmen whose efforts are devoted exclusively to their
manufacture. It was natural from the beginning that pianos thus
built to be the "finest" would also be the "costliest."
The reward of this seeking after perfection is in the
satisfaction the Mason & Hamlin Co. has in the expressed
appreciation of thousands of discriminating owners who have found
that the extra cost of a Mason & Hamlin piano buys musical
enjoyment, and proves to be' a most economical investment when the
longer life of a Mason & Hamlin is divided by original cost.
The Mason & Hamlin manufacturing plant, spacious and thoroughly
equipped, was located in Boston on Harrison Ave., Waltham and Union
Park St., and was a model of scientific arrangement and effective
operation. Its workmen, of matured skill were trained to the Mason &
Hamlin standard of excellence, were artists in their line who are
imbued with the spirit of their leaders and are always striving for
finer results.
MASCOT A small keyless automatic piano, playing regular
tent rewind music roll, made by the Western Electric Piano
Co.
MATHUSHEK The creator and developer of the "Over
stringing" of a piano. One of the oldest and most important names
associated with the American piano industry, manufactured by
Mathushek Piano Mfg. Co. The instruments were of a very high
standard quality containing many valuable, distinctive features,
which were most valuable commented upon by the Scientific American
in the issue of September 22, 1900, and which related a full
description of the special construction of the iron frame; the
original method of stringing; the sound board made up of narrow
strips of spruce in which the grain of one run transversely to that
of the one adjoining; the improved method of holding the tuning
pins; the absence of the heavy vertical posts in the back, made
unnecessary by the plate construction, all of which contributes to
the remarkable resonant quality of the instruments and have been the
means of the Mathushek being designated "The most durable pianos in
the world." The instrument takes its name from its founder,
Frederick Mathushek, one of the of the most interesting characters
in the history of the piano industry, and who has produced many
wonderful inventions. Quoting from "Pianos and Their Makers," by
Alfred Dolge "It is impossible to discuss or even enumerate the
manifold inventions of Frederick Mathushek. His whole existence was
dominated by the desire to produce in a piano that ideal musical
tone which he could hear mentally, just as the deaf Beethoven heard
his symphonic poems when he wrote them. The piano industry of
America is largely indebted for its wonderful development to the
genius of Frederick Mathushek." The Mathushek Players and
Reproducing Grands and Uprights have been devoted to a very high
stage of perfection and measure up to the high ideals established by
the founder of the business. There is probably no concern better
equipped to meet the requirements of foreign countries than the
Mathushek Piano Mfg. Co.
MARLOWE Reliable and popular throughout the United
States, and are being sold in ever increasing numbers. The Marlowe
pianos and players are made of excellent materials by thorough piano
makers, and the player mechanism in these instruments are installed
with utmost care so as to insure permanent satisfaction.
MAYNARD Popular pianos bearing this name are from the
factory of the Werner Piano Co., Chicago, Ill., The
origin of these pianos offers a perfect guarantee of their
reliability.
McPHAIL MePhail pianos, in tone, construction and
material employed, maintain a place of distinction. They are high
grade pianos in every sense. These makers specialize in small Grand
pianos and have won a high place in the trade for these instruments,
both as to tone quality and beautiful case design.
MELOSTRELLE This division of Steger & Sons
Piano Mfg. Co. produces "Melostrelle" upright, grand and
player-pianos. Melostrelle instruments are praised for beauty of
tone durability of construction, dignity of design and remarkable
refinement of detail. They have merited recognition among music
lovers as most desirable instruments for the artistic home.
Melostrelle small grands are made in the "Piano City," Steger,
Illinois. In a separate, three story factory devoted exclusively to
the manufacture of fine grand pianos. Melostrelle Player-Pianos are
equipped with the celebrated drum-tight, Steger E-Z
Action. Permanent satisfaction is guaranteed by the undivided
responsibility back of Melostrelle instruments.
MEHLIN & SONS Pianos and player-pianos bearing this
well-known name stands well in the world of music and are sold by
many reliable houses. They are handsome instruments and reliable.
McCAMMON The original factory, established by the Senior
McCammon, in 1832, was located at Albany, N. Y., and afterwards
removed to Oneonta N.Y. In 1900 the registered trademark "McCammon"
and what remained of the business was purchased by William
Tonk & Bro., Inc., 452-456 Tenth Ave., New York City, who
have since continued the manufacture of this well known piano under
a separate organization, the original company name being retained.
The McCammon has always been an instrument of good standing on
account of its superior qualities, and in the hands of the present
makers, many improvements have been added. This instrument is made
with special care and with a view to great durability, not only for
our own climate, but also for varying climates of foreign countries;
of excellent tone qualities, honestly made throughout and in every
respect thoroughly reliable.
MELDORF Manufactured and fully guaranteed by H.
C. Bay Company, Chicago and Bluifton, Indiana. Popular,
durable and desirable instruments which have long been in great
demand. The name "Meldorf" is registered in US. Patent Office.
MELODIGRAND These instruments have a specially
constructed sounding board which prevents its splitting. Made in
uprights, grands, player-pianos and reproducing pianos. Refer to S. G. Lindeman & Son, Inc
MELVILLE CLARK This name is one of the oldest and
best-known names in the piano trade, dating hack to 1875. Melville
Clark pianos are now manufactured by The De KaIb Piano
Company of De KaIb, Illinois. The line consists of a small
grand piano and an electric expression grand piano. These
instruments are of excellent quality and are available in several
different designs.
MENDELSSOHN Established by an industry at Mekeesport,
Pa, which bore the famous name, the Mendelssohn piano had won
popularity when the industry was bought by the Sterling
Company, one of the old and distinguished industries of
Derby, Conn., and Brooklyn, N. Y. The Mendelssohn pianos and
player-pianos are reliable, attractive and of beautiful tone
quality. They have been so long familiar to trade and public that
they maintain an even demand and give satisfaction to a
discriminating class of music lovers. Refer also to the
Sterling Company.
MERRILL
A name familiar in the piano world. It is the name of the founder
of the Merrill Piano Co., which began in Boston many years ago. The
industry is now affiliated with the Jacob Doll & Sons Piano
Co.
MIDGET The descriptive name applied to a very small
piano possessing the musical qualities of the standard sizes,
manufactured by The Cable Company of Chicago.
MIDGETTE The name of an artistic small grand piano
manufactured by the Bush & Lane Piano Co., of
Holland, Mich. Fine instruments in every way.
MIESSNER "The Little Piano with the Big Tone." This
piano is 3 feet, 1' inches high, 4 feet, 6 inches wide, and 2 feet
in depth, and is noted for its beautiful quality of tone. The
remarkable Miessner is manufactured by the Miessner Piano Company,
Milwaukee. These instruments have been used extensively in small
homes, apartments, universities, colleges and public schools. They
have been endorsed by many prominent musicians and heads of some of
the largest and best-known music dealers in the country. The little
Miessner is perfectly adapted to the purposes of schools and homes
where space is restricted. And the tone and power of this instrument
are really a revelation to students of acoustics.
HENRY F. MILLER Among the art products of the American
piano industry IS the instruments of Henry F. Miller & Sons, and a
division of the Continental Piano Co., and these instruments
represent the highest attainments. The Henry F. Miller pianofortes
have so long been the favorites with a large share of the world's
great pianists and the music loving public that they are recognized
as of the highest attainments.
S. W. MILLER The name borne by these admirable pianos is
that of an expert acoustician and piano maker. The company was
established twenty years ago in 1906, and has produced a large
number of instruments of quality. A feature of the product is that
only one style is produced for piano, player and electric
reproducer. The latter are called the "Electora," and it is equally
as desirable in construction.
MILTON This name is a familiar one to the magical world
generally. Milton pianos have been manufactured for many years and
always with the care that produces most satisfactory results. The
modern factories in which the Milton piano is produced are new,
large structures located at 626-630 West 51st St., New York City.
Milton pianos and player-pianos are thoroughly well-made, beautiful
instruments, designed for a class of discriminating music lovers.
They possess a tone at once powerful and sweet. They are pianos in
which purchasers are assured good values and they are pianos that
give exceptional satisfaction. Milton reproducing pianos are equally
representative and popular.
MILTON PLAYER-PIANO The player-piano of the Milton Piano
Co. is an exceedingly popular instrument, the sale of which is
steadily increasing everywhere. The characteristics of this
player-piano are musically, identical with those of the Milton
piano. The player action is one of the most approved and thoroughly
up-to-date. The performance is easy and accurate, and in the point
of durability there is no question.
MINI-PIANO Trade Name Built by Hardman-Peck. A Popular 5' Grand Piano.
MINUM Name adopted by the Starr Piano Co.,
of Richmond, Ind.
MODELLO A player-piano, produced by the House of
Baldwin. The Modello is an instrument of genuine merit, which meets
the public demand for a real player piano at a popular price. The
Modello is a player piano of which any family may be proud. Its
simplicity of lines is strictly in accord with modern taste and its
mechanism is of the most advanced type. It stands without a better
at its price. The sale of the Modello is controlled by the
Baldwin Piano Co., Cincinnati, Ohio
MONARCH A popular piano manufactured by the
Monarch Piano Co., of Chicago. The Monarch pianos and
player-pianos are desirable instruments of attractive character at
moderate prices for unsurpassed values. Perfectly safe to buy. See
the Baldwin Piano Co.
MONOGRAM Small school pianos hearing this name are
manufactured by the Miessner Piano Company, of Milwaukee, Wis. These
instruments are thoroughly well made of good materials and possess
qualities of peculiar power and attractiveness.
MORISSETTE Instruments of good tone and construction,
which are embodied several patents-uprights, player-pianos and
grands. The name is that of the manufacturers there being associated
in it, H. L Morissette, Philip A. Morissette and Zinon Morissette,
also Louis Leseault.
MUSICALE Pianos and player-pianos of durable character
and admirable tone qualities hearing this name were manufactured by
the Mansfield Piano Co. of 749-51 East 135th St. New York City.
MULTI-REPRODUCER A special-patented mechanism which
multiplies the musical enjoyment derivable from the reproducing
piano, either grand or upright. It reduces to extraordinary
simplicity the operative control of the reproducing piano.
Bush & lane Piano Co., at Holland, Mich., were the
distributors. The Multi-Reproducer will function with any
reproducing piano. No special roll is required. Any regular grand
piano can be converted into a reproducing instrument with
Multi-Reproducer control. The Multi-Reproducer is the latest major
development in the reproducing field. It provides selective and
continuous operation of the reproducing piano. A little punch button
standard, placed on a chair arm, table, or in any convenient place,
affords entire control for continuous entertainment with no
attention to changing of rolls and with no effort other than the
pressing of the buttons. Many selections, each having its own
individual button control, can be played in any order. The
reproducing piano itself may be in the same room or an adjoining
room, and, if a grand, is usable for hand playing without the
interference of the drawer beneath the key bed which in the regular
reproducing grand is always in the way. The mechanism constituting
the Multi-Reproducer and the roll magazine is contained in a
separate table cabinet or can be specially installed in suitable
furniture or in a wall niche or closet.
NATIONAL Coin operated pianos bearing this name were
admirable instruments in every respect. They were manufactured by
the National Electric Piano and Roll Co. of St. Johnsville. N. Y.
These instruments were especially suited for theaters and other
places of public entertainment. Also manufacture "Peerless" models,
"Cabaret," "Elite" and "DeLuxe Orchestrion."
NELSON-WIGGEN Players, grands and automatic pianos
designed for private, as well as public use in places of refined
entertainment, theaters and other purposes, are the products of The
Nelson-Wiggen Piano Co., of Chicago. These instruments embrace the
Pian-O-Grand, the Harp-O-Grand and the Banj-O-Grand all of durable
and dependable construction and capable of the musical effects of
orchestras. The Pian-O-Grand is equipped with xylophone, or bells
and banjo attachment.
NEEDHAM Aside from the force and influence of an old and
distinguished name the Needham pianos possess merit and are handsome
instruments. Needham player-pianos are equally reliable. Made by the
Needham Co., controlled Kindler & Collins, New York City. The
Needham name was established in 1846 by Elias Parkham Needham.
NETZOW Pianos and player-pianos bearing this well-known
name is the product of the C. F. Netzow Manufacturing Co., of
Milwaukee, Wis. They are instruments of admirable quality, The
ambition of the manufacturer being to produce only instruments of a
high grade in which purchasers are insured the requisite results and
good large values.
NEWBY & EVANS The factory of the Newby & Evans Co. Was
at the corner of Southern Blvd. and 136th St., New York. The
business, which was started in 1884, was incorporated in 1897 made
uprights only, for which they obtained high awards in 1890 at the
Atlanta (GL) exposition. The Newby & Evans player-pianos were
equally reliable and contain improvements which stamp them as
instruments of superior quality.
NEWTON Pianos, player-pianos, electric expression
pianos, reproducing pianos and grands made by Newton Piano Co., New
York City. Favorite Newton pianos were first placed on the market in
1899 by Camp & Co. Newton Camp, the founder of that concern, was an
experienced piano and organ builder who had devoted his lifetime to
the science of constructing musical instruments. He was for many
years a member of the famous firm of Estey & Camp. It was always
Newton Camp's ambition to build a piano that would gratify his
ideals as to what a really high grade piano should be. After years
of ceaseless experimenting, Newton Camp at last perfected his
product, and in 1899 together with several of the most experienced
piano makers of New York City the organized the firm of Camp & Co.
The piano was called" The Newton," adopting as the name of the
instrument, the given name of the man who was chiefly responsible
for its all round excellence. Several years later, after the Newton
piano had proven a success and the name Newton was firmly impressed
on the minds of the public as representative of a piano of real
worth, it was decided to change the name of the company to the
Newton Piano Co., in order that the manufacturing company might be
more closely identified in the popular mind with the piano, and that
each might lend the additional strength of its prestige to the
other. The Newton pianos and player-pianos and grands are easy,
reliable, and they give great satisfaction wherever introduced.
NEWMAN BROS. CO. Newman Bros. Co. manufacture the
highest quality Grand, upright, player and Reproducing pianos;
phonographs, player actions and reproducing actions. Their pianos,
both in the Grand and upright designs, are especially known for
their remarkably appealing tonal qualities. The sweet mellowness of
tone, and wide range of volume make their instruments a favorite
with those musically educated. Their styles are always of the most
modern design, and the superior durability of Newman Bros.
instruments is well known and readily understood when it is known
they employ in all departments only the most skilled of the piano
trade craftsmen, and all material must measure up to their critical
requirements before it can enter into the construction of a "Newman
Bros." It is expected of a Newman Bros. instrument "that it stays in
tune longer and requires fewer repairs than instruments of other
manufacture." All their instruments are built up to a standard, and
not down to a price. Each instrument is most care) fully and
individually built, and none "rushed" through in large "lots." Their
player-pianos are of the better type and are unusually responsive
instruments. Their reproducing pianos, in grand and upright designs,
contain their own remarkable reproducing action. They are truly a
delightful instrument and made to contain the most standard and
generally used reproducing roll. By simply pressing a button, there
is splendidly reproduced the actual playing, with the varying
degrees of touch and tone. Loudness and softness of the composer of
the piece. Newman Bros. Co. occupies their own factories at Dix
Street and Chicago Avenue, Chicago, and they are model buildings in
all that term implies. They are well equipped with modern machinery,
every facility necessary for the production of superior pianos being
afforded. More than fifty years experience in making only high grade
instruments is sufficient assurance that the discriminating
purchaser will take great pride in their "Newman Bros." For
instruments of their high quality, their prices are remarkably
reasonable.
GEO. B. NORRIS Pianos and player-pianos bearing this
name are the products of the Holland Piano Mfg. Co., of Minneapolis
Minn. with factory in Menomonie, Wis. These instruments have won an
enviable place in the musical world by their attractive appearance,
fine tone and durable construction. The name is that of the
president of the industry by which Geo. B. Norris instruments are
made. This fact gives to these pianos and player pianos a prestige
that is recognized by the piano trade. These instruments are
characterized by a rich and sonorous tone; the touch is fine and the
outward appearance beautiful. They are made by a reliable industry
and are sold with assurance of good results by piano dealers
throughout the country. The factory at Menomonie, Wis. , is under
the personal management of Mr. Jas. B. Sleeper, one of the
acknowledged experts in American piano construction. See
Holland Piano Mfg. Co.
NILSON & Co. Well made and reliable pianos manufactured
by the James & Holmstrom Piano Co., Inc.
NOBLE A. E. Noble, proprietor of the Noble Piano Co., of
Detroit
NORLAND This is the name of a well made, thoroughly
reliable and popular line of pianos. Player-pianos and registering
pianos produced by the Holland Piano Co.
NORDLUND The effects of the Nordlund Grand Piano Co.,
Chicago, were sold in October 1925, to the New Delaware
Piano Co. of Muncie. Ind. which continued to employ the Nordlund scales.
NORRIS & HYDE Pianos and player-pianos bearing this old
established name have been on the market since 1873 and have always
been of good quality. They are made in the factories of
Jacob Doll & Sons Piano Co.
NORMANDIE Pianos and players of this name are made in
their modem and completely equipped factory at East Rochester, N. Y.
These instruments have been before the public for upwards of fifteen
years and each year has gained in reputation. The cases are of
modern construction.
OPERA The trademark "Opera" was adopted by the late
David T. Peek, who commenced the manufacture of pianos in 1850, and
whose skill made the Opera one of the most popular pianos throughout
the country. The Opera is one of the distinctive names that has
attained a prominent position in the piano world. The "Opera" baby
grand has attracted much attention, and meets with the same
popularity as is accorded to the very attractive styles of uprights.
ORPHEUS Instruments, player-pianos and small Grands from
the reliable and distinguished industry of Adam Schaaf, Inc.
PACKARD Instruments of the highest grade and of
extensive sale abroad as well as at home, manufactured by The
Packard Piano Co., Ft. Wayne. Ind. The product of a model industry
in which the cooperative stem of labor is brought to the point of
perfection. Principle of The Packard Piano Co. finds expression in
the maxim that "if there is no harmony in the factory, there will be
none in the piano." The workings of the Packard factory at Ft.
Wayne, Ind., present an ideal example of harmonious industry. Every
worker is loyal to the Packard and puts into it the best results of
his skill and effort. The Packard piano has been before the musical
world for years, and has attained a foremost place as a reliable
instrument of most artistic qualities. It has won high endorsements
from many famous musicians, and has met the requirements of all
buyers. The output of these instruments has greatly increased each
year and the factory facilities have been enlarged until today the
Ft. Wayne industry is one of the largest in the country. The Packard
Interpreter player-piano (grand, upright and reproducing styles)
presents the same artistic characteristics as the Packard piano, and
the best proof of merit is its steady growth and the high esteem in
which it is held by those who have used it and are most intimately
acquainted with it. Both upright and grand pianos are made; and in
tone, construction, style and artistic features they are strictly of
a high grade. They are the product of an ambitious house of the
highest responsibility. In all that makes an artistic instrument of
the highest grade the Packard is recommended.
PEEK & SON Pianos of good quality bearing this name is
from the factory of Jacob Bros.
PEASE Pianos and players made by the PEASE Piano Co.,one
of New York's old and substantial industries. Pease pianos have been
pianos of this make are also of dependable kind.
PEERLESS Coin-operated musical instruments adaptable for
ice cream parlors, pool halls, lodges, candy stores, restaurants,
waiting rooms, dance halls, smoke shops, etc., in special models to
suit space and character of music desired, from piano to Orchestrion
combinations. Manufactured by the National Electric Piano
Co., of St. Jolmsvillt, N.Y.
PERLMAN Instruments of this name are produced in small
numbers a by H. W. Perlman
PIAN-O-GRAND The suggestive name of a fine electric
automatic piano designated for public places of entertainment,
manufactured by the Nelson-Wiggen Piano Co., 1731
Belmont Ave., Chicago, where, in 1924, the industry took possession
of its splendid new factory. The automatic instruments of this
industry are suitable for all places of public or private
entertainment, See also Nelson-Wiggen Piano Co,
PIANOLA
PREMIER GRAND Small grand pianos of remarkable
characteristics, manufactured by the Premier Grand Piano Corporation
of New York City, Claimed to be the largest and most diverse line of
small grands made, consisting of Model R, 4 feet 10 inches long,
Aristocrat model, 5 feet 3 inches long; William and Mary,. Jacobean
and Queen Anne Period model, Oriental, two-tone and inlaid border
models, all "in the drawer" type action. Premier Reproducing Grands
and Reproducing Grands (Welte-Mignon Licensee). These instruments
are of great beauty and the tone quality is typical of grand pianos
thoroughly constructed and possessing the appeal to critical
judgments. The methods employed in the manufacture of these
instruments are of the most approved and modern. The size of the
Premier Grand at once meets with the requirements of the average
home and the demand for these small grand is the best proof that
they fill a real want which has been developing in the musical
world. Thoroughly good instruments of the safe kind to buy.
PRICE & TEEPLE A famous name in the annals of American
pianos and players. These instruments are dependable and of fine
quality. Made in many designs and of uniform excellence. The
company, under new control, is sustaining the long)time reputation
of the manufacturers. Made by Price & Teeple Piano Co.,
Chicago, Ill.
RADCLIFFE This is the name pianos and player Nelson
Piano Co. The exclusive trademark of the Aeolian Company under which
it markets its Player-Pianos, Artist Reproducing Pianos, Cabinet
Players, Automatic Player Actions and Accessories.
WALTER S. PIERCE Manufactured, in limited quantities and
for local trade, by the Walter S. Pierce Co., San Francisco, Cal.
The business was incorporated in 1893. Established 1863.
PLAYERNOLA Player=pianos of admirable quality and
reliable in every way. Made by Becker Bros., Inc., 52nd Street and
10th Avenue, New York. Perfectly safe instruments and always
satisfying.
PLAYOTONE A high class player-piano manufactured in the Autotone department of Hardman, Peck & Co.,
New York, Desirable instruments in every respect. See
Hardman
PLAYTONA A copyrighted name owned by Grinnell Bros.,
Detroit, Mich., and used on a certain style of player piano made
especially for them by one of the leading manufacturers. An
unusually well-built and thoroughly reliable instrument which
carries the guarantee of both Grinnell Bros. and the makers.
POOLE Grand, upright, player, and reproducing pianos are
made by the Poole Piano Company, Boston, Mass.,an old reliable piano
manufacturing concern that was founded in 1893 by the late William
H. Poole, a man of extensive experience from earliest youth in the
manufacture of high quality pianos. In 1917 the Poole Piano Company
was incorporated, and from that date to the present time has been
under the direct management and supervision of Ava W. Poole, son of
the late Wm. H. Poole, as president and general manager of the
corporation. Associated with him are the same force of assistants
who have for over a quarter of a century been connected with the
production and promotion of Poole instruments which have long
occupied a place of distinction with the piano trade and the public.
Poole pianos are durable, reliable and desirable instruments. They
contain a well)balanced scale and are justly entitled to the high
position that they hold. They possess that rare singing quality of
tone found only in instruments of the highest grade. In tone,
action, design and durability it may be said that Poole pianos leave
nothing to be desired.
PRESTON Pianos and player-pianos of very attractive
characteristics and modern construction manufactured in a perfectly
equipped factory by skilled workmen. The tone and appearance of
these instruments justifies the favor with which they are received
by the music loving public. The Preston is represented by
responsible piano merchants throughout the country. Manufactured by Milton Piano Co.
PRIMATONE Pianos and player pianos, made by the
Foster Armstrong Co. in one of their fine factories at East
Rochester, N. Y. A distinguishing characteristic of the Primatone
instruments is that some are furnished in diminutive sizes, which
makes them especially desirable for use in homes where space is
limited. But while compactness has been the desire of their makers,
the instruments do not suffer either in tone quality or appearance,
but are exponents of beauty of tone and design. Primatone pianos and
players are made of excellent materials by thorough piano makers,
and the player mechanisms furnished are selected from the most
reliable and efficient known today. Exhibition rooms, No.437 Fifth
Ave., New York City. of a line of thoroughly well made from the
great industry of Cable-Nelson. The name is owned
and controlled by the industry named and is registered in
Washington. Radcliffe instruments are thoroughly
well-made, of beautiful case designs and finish. The tone quality is
of the kind that wins favor and which goes to make pianos in which
there is large value for comparatively small cost. These instruments
deserve the success which has built up for them a widespread demand.
RAUDENBUSH Pianos, both uprights and grands, are
produced in small numbers by Raudenbush & Sons Piano Co., St. Paul,
Minn. The industry was established in 1883.
REMINGTON The manufacture of Remington pianos has been
for many years carried on at Richmond, Ind. This name as well as the
corporate name, The Remington Piano Co., Richmond, Ind., is owned by
The Starr Piano Co., of Richmond, Md. All
instruments are made complete in the Starr factories. A substantial
line of player pianos and upright pianos are made, each instrument
carefully designed for the type of business for which it is
intended. The name Remington was copyrighted for all musical
instruments and is owned by The Starr Piano Co.
REGAL Popular instruments of durable character are
produced by the Regal Piano & Player Co., of 93-95 South em
boulevard. New York. The company manufactures pianos, player-pianos,
electric expression players, and reproducing pianos. Regal is a name
recognized throughout the piano world as a synonym of merit,
moderate price and the kind of durability and dependability for the
merchant and satisfaction for the piano loving public. The school
piano, Styles 6 and 7, is perfectly adapted to class room and small
parlors.
REGISTERING PIANO Characteristic name applied to the
"nationally priced" Guibransen instruments to which
refer in this section, so-called because the Gulbransen, through the
pedals, actually regulation personal touch
REPRO-PHRASO The Story & Clark Repro-Pliraso
is a player piano in which may be inserted any 88 note music roll
and trace the melody throughout the composition as your own mood
dictates as though you were playing with your hands on the keys.
There is no suggestion of the mechanical in the musical effects. The
melody sings to a softly subdued accompaniment. The same discretion
in the production of delicate expression is attained as if the
performer were expressing himself with the freedom of the
finger)touch upon the keys. Control of the composition is perfect,
and the musical interpretation such as can come only after long
practice and complete musical knowledge. Thus the Repr-Phraso
becomes the individual operational reproducing piano, which permits
of human control and of expression, phrasing, accenting, melody
playing and shading. This instrument has won the approval of
experts, and it is the product of an old and absolutely responsible
industry. It is a favorite with piano merchants and the music)loving
public. Its special features are described in a booklet supplied by
either the dealers or the manufacturers. Story & Clark Piano
Co.
RADLE, F Pianos, player pianos and reproducing pianos
manufactured by F. Radle, Inc., in the well-appointed factory at
609-11 West 36th SL, New York, Business established many years ago
and the name of Radle has had a place in the industry from the dawn
of American piano manufacture. The F. Radle instruments are, there
fore, the results of long experience and a consistent ambition to
attain to eminence. They are high)grade in every particular, and the
F. Radle player-pianos have assumed a conspicuous place by reason of
their unchallenged merits. They are made upon the most approved
principles and they possess improvements of power in their appeal to
both public and the trade. It would be impossible to commend these
instruments too highly. The F. Radle Player de Luxe is a powerful
instrument of fine quality. F. Radle case designs are new 2nd always
original, and they are the special work of Mr. Radle himself. Some
of the most prominent pianists and critics have given the Radle
instruments unstinted praise. In the summer of 1923 the F. Radle
reproducing piano appeared. It is of remarkable qualities and adds
still more to the attainments of its makers as creators of true
musical instruments. Piano merchants throughout the country commend
the F. Radle pianos and player pianos as leaders and the instruments
fullv justifies all that is said of them.
RAYMOND Name on pianos made for many years in Cleveland,
Ohio, but in 1913 names was secured by B. H. Janssen, of New York,
who organized the Raymond Piano Co. and is now making pianos bear
the name at East 132nd Street and Brown Place.
REED & SONS One of the distinguished names in the piano
world Reed & Sons' pianos and player-pianos are
made by the Reed & Sons Division of Steger & Sons
Piano Mfg., Co., of Chicago and Steger, Ill. The financial strength
of the company is unquestioned. These instruments were established
in 1842. The ideals which inspired the founder of the Reed &
Sons' pianos still guide the manufacturers of these
instruments. The Reed & Sons' piano was awarded a grand prize medal
and other distinctions at the World's Columbian Exposition in
Chicago in 1893. It will be seen, therefore, that the Reed & Sons'
piano of today is the result of long years of progress In tone,
quality, power, durability and beautiful case designs, it is
recognized as an instrument of unquestioned merit. And what has been
said of the Reed & Sons' piano may equally be applied to the player
piano of the same name. These instruments are fully guaranteed and
made complete in the factories located at Steger, Ill.: general
offices and sales rooms in the Steger Building, northwest comer
Wabash Ave. and Jackson Blvd., Chicago
RICCA Instruments of high grade and superior tone
qualities which are the results of long study and progressive
research. In material, skill of workmanship and artistic case
designs the Ricca pianos and player pianos have won a place among
the standard instruments and have secured a firm place upon the
public and trade. Ricca pianos appear in accord with changing
tastes, and two of the later styles are in special demand. They are
the new scales, in cases of 4 feet 7 inches and. 4 feet 3 inches,
respectively. The new small grand is also of special interest and
makes a strong appeal to discriminating lovers of the piano. This
beautiful instrument is 5 feet 2 inches in length, and it is the
result of long and critical effort to produce the most artistic
small grand within the power of the skilled forces of the house to
create. It is perfectly matched in tone and design. Powerful, yet
sympathetic and appealing to refined tastes, this Ricca grand
promises to win a place high among the better class of American
pianos. The designs are of the Period and Art models, and it is also
produced with repeating action. The Ricca Reproducing piano is the
last word in latest development of the remarkable instrument that
recreates the performances of the greatest masters of the piano. The
export trade of Ricca & Son is a large feature in the business of
the industry. The factory is one of the best appointed in New York
City.
RICHMOND The Richmond Piano Co.,
established 1875, factory's Richmond, Indiana. This Company is owned
and controlled by The Starr Piano Co. of Richmond,
Ind.
REINHARD Pianos and player-pianos of popular
characteristics made by Wissner & Sons, Inc., of
Brooklyn, N. Y. These instruments are durable and have been on the
market for years. Office, 55-57 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y.
RUDOLF Manufactured by the Rudolf Piano Co., New York. A
reliable piano that has become very popular. Produced by experienced
piano makers under an economical system in an endeavor, which has
been successful, to offer to the trade and public a musical and
durable piano at a reasonable price.
ADAM SCHAAF The home of the famous Adam Schaaf grand,
upright and player pianos and reproducing pianos is now at their
imposing, and beautiful six stories fireproof building, 319-321
South Wabash Avenue, Chicago. This, with the new factory at 1020
Central Park Avenue, Chicago, costing about $400,000, makes the Adam
Schaaf institution one of the best equipped in the world. It marks a
new fulfillment of a great idea and ideals that have won in an
unprecedented degree. And to still higher levels the Adam Schaaf
instruments continue to advance time tested by thousands of
satisfied, ever enthusiastic owners and customers. To make still
better the best Adam Schaaf piano has been the aim and the
inspiration of the experienced workers in the Adam Schaaf factory as
well as the ambition of the gentlemen who direct the company's
destinies. How well these aims and ambitions have succeeded is told
in the fact that the three fold output has not kept pace with the
steadily increasing demand. These instruments are the product of a
house of the highest responsibility and unlimited credit. Adam
Schaaf Reproducing Pianos in Grands and Uprights are very
distinguished.
SCHAEFFER Pianos and player pianos which have gained an
enviable reputation for beautiful tone qualities. Sold by the
largest dealers throughout the country. First manufactured in New
York by William Schaeffer beginning about 100 years ago in 1873 he
was one of the early pioneer piano builders of the European school,
In 1878 the Schaefer was awarded a diploma of honor at the Paris
Exposition. In 1888 the business was removed to Chicago.
The Schaefer instruments are distributed at wholesale by the
Schaefer Piano Mfg. Co., 2095 State St., Chicago, Ill. With 50 years
of continuous improvement, it can be truthfully said that few pianos
give better satisfaction to the purchaser for durability and pure
tonal quality. A piano of the highest type, thoroughly reliable and
so carefully and scientifically constructed that no one need
hesitate about buying The Schaefer player pianos are easy to play
and so effective they are almost human in their operation.
SCHAFER Established in 1903 by the Schafer Brothers in
St. Louis as The Schafer Piano Works. Their pianos, both in the
Grand and upright designs, are especially known for their remarkably
appealing tonal qualities. The sweet mellowness of tone, and wide
range of volume make their instruments a favorite with those
musically educated. Their styles are always of the most modern
design, and the superior durability of Schafer pianos,. Instruments
are well known and readily understood when it is known they employ
in all departments only the most skilled of the piano trade
craftsmen, and all material must measure up to their critical
requirements. One requirement was that every single Schafer piano
had to be inspected and signed by William, Jacob, or Walter Schafer
before it could leave the factory.
SCHENCKE Piano's of a popular grade made at 432-440
Austin Place, New York, by the Schencke Piano Co.
SCHERPE Manufactured by B. Scherpe & Sons, practical
piano makers, at 21O3 Clybourn Ave, Chicago. Instruments of good,
durable character. The firm also makes player pianos bearing this
name.
SCHAFF BROS. CO.
These instruments possess remarkable tone qualities. The case
designs are chaste and beautiful, and the construction is in the
best sense durable and reliable. Schaff Bros. instruments are made
in uprights and player pianos and they have a record of perfect
satisfaction. The Schaff Bros. grown steadily and its progress has
developed the musical qualities of the piano without so far
advancing the prices as to dwarf their great popularity. Dealer: who
sell these instruments praise their attractive qualities; and the
rapid development of the factory productions, under the present
management, is the best guaranty of improved methods.
SCHUMANN A house of national reputation. Makers of only
artistic pianos and player-pianos. Schumann instruments are made in
their factory at Rockford, Illinois, where the industry was removed
from Chicago in 1903. All instrument: made by the Schumann Piano Co.
and are of one quality, the highest; all bear the one name,
Schumann, and are backed by the famous Schumann Unlimited Warranty.
The Schumann piano is especially noted for the many exclusive and
improved features which it contains; one of particular value from a
tonal standpoint being. their system of dowel pin construction of
the sounding board, ribs and bridges, doing away with any metal
touching these parts, assuring the sounding board of exceptional
vibrating power. Workmanship is the mast skilled, and the materials
used are the finest. The tone of the Schumann piano justly deserves
the reputation which it has won throughout the country, Possessing
that rare singing quality so much desired. Schumann cases are of
beautiful finish and design. The Schumann piano has been honored by
testimonials from many of the greatest artists and musician Schumann
instruments are meeting with demand in foreign countries because of
their ability, due to the individuality of construction, to
withstand trying climatic conditions. The factory at Rockford is
very finely equipped, electric power being used and every facility
afforded for the production of pianos of the finest quality. Mr. W.
N. Van Matre, president of the Schumann Piano Co., is a recognized
expert in both the making and marketing of such an instrument
Dealers who handle the Schumann very warmly of its attributes. The
Schumann player piano, manufactured complete in the Schumann
factory, under Schumann patents, is an important factor in the
business of this company. The Schumann player action is made
complete in the factories of the company at Rockford. Purchasers are
especially cautioned against spurious or imitation Schumann piano
several of which have appeared in the trade. Genuine Schumann: bear
the Schumann head trade mark.
SCHLEICHER & SONS Durable and attractive pianos, player
pianos, made by Schleicher & Sons.
SCHILLER The Schiller product has gained an enviable
reputation in the piano field. More than 68,000 of this well known
makes have been made and sold, all of which has been accomplished
without extensive advertising, the sales resulting from the
enthusiasm of Schiller owners who recommend them to their friends.
Through exclusive features and excellent quality Schiller pianos and
players have been in demand by representative dealers from coast to
coast. In keeping with the policy of the company to combine
meritorious features in their product they are now building a Grand
of distinctive quality under the patent of Wm. Bauer, President of
Julius Bauer & Co., Chicago, an acoustician of national reputation.
The scale and patterns have been drafted and made by Mr. Bauer
personally and the work is being carried on under his instruction.
The Bauer patent has an established reputation as scientific grand
piano construction. The improvement in tone is gained by having the
strings about two inches from the sound board as compared to one
inch in the regular construction. This construction gives added
strength and eliminates to a minimum susceptibility to atmospheric
changes. The Schiller line includes uprights, grands, players,
reproducing uprights and grands. A complete line of high quality
instruments.
M. SCHULZ & CO. Pianos, player-pianos. Grand and
Reproducing Pianos known throughout the piano world as instruments
of the highest class. The M. Schultz piano of the best known, most
highly organized, reputable and extensive piano manufacturing
concerns in the country. Technically, the instruments made by this
concern and note for scientific correctness of scale, highest grade
of workmanship, and extreme care in choice of only the finest in
material, backed up by long experience. The tone quality of M.
Schulz pianos is the strong point of them, possessing a roundness,
purity and mellow singing beauty all its own. This company is also
distinguished for turning out case work of true artistic excellence,
with a purity of design and fineness of finish which are in every
way distinguished. Added refinements in case designs of special
period art models are features of M. Schulz Co. production. The
company's ambition has always been to make the best pianos
regardless of cost. The player-pianos made by this company are
genuine Schulz pianos combined with a special player mechanism,
devised in the Schulz factories, and made in them under the
supervision of the inventor. Thus the Schulz player-piano not only
has many original features, but is a combination of parts designed
for each other from the first and in perfect harm any throughout.
Schulz Aria Divina Reproducing pianos are a standard with dealers
everywhere.
SCHMIDT- DAUBER Pianos and player pianos of durable and
attractive character are manufactured by the Schmidt Dauber Company.
SCHOMACKER The famous "Gold String" piano, founded in
Philadelphia, 1838, is manufactured by the SCHOMACKER Piano Company
Philadelphia.
J. P. SEEBURG Coin operated pianos, Orchestrions,
Theatre Organs, made by the J. P. Seeburg Piano Co., the pioneer
automatic industry of Chicago, have attained leadership in this
particular field. They are splendid instruments of highest grade
containing a most durable mechanisms and many desirable features.
SETTERGREN Small grand pianos, exclusively, bear
this name, which is that of an expert piano manufacturer of
thirty-five years experience in some of the foremost industries. The
Settergren grand pianos are the result of a determination to create
high grade instruments upon the most modern lines, and to this end
Mr. B. K. Settergren applied the experience and skill acquired in
some of the most famous industries. His success is the best possible
proof of the accuracy of his judgement in gauging the advanced
musical appreciation of both trade and public. The line of grands
produced by the B. K. Settergren Co. has met the most critical
requirements to such an extent that the factory has been more than
doubled in capacity within the three years since its establishment.
The growth indicated is evidence of one of almost phenomenal success
in an industry devoted solely to small grand pianos. The Settergren
grands are beautiful in design and finish, and they respond to the
musical desires of people who know what good music is.
SHATTUCK Pianos bearing this name is the product of the P.S. Wick Co., of North St. Paul, Minn. and
Industry that enjoy a fine reputation for skill and reliability.
Manufacturers' name appears on the fall board and plate and the
Shattuck is a reliable piano in every particular. It is of pleasing
tone quality, and is so carefully made as to insure its durability.
A safe piano to buy in every respect, and sold at a very moderate
price when the character of both materials and workmanship employed
in its construction is considered. While only the name of the
manufacturers now appears on the fall board, the iron plate carries
the name "Shattuck."
B. SHONINGER The House of Shoninger is one of the oldest
among the piano manufacturers, having been established by B.
Shoninger in 1850. During this long and celebrated career it has
always been identified by which standards of manufacture and
recognition from many of the world's great artists and authorities.
At the Paris International Exposition, at the Rotterdain World's
Fair and at the Chicago Exposition, Shoninger pianos obtained
highest awards. The qualities that gained recognition for these
instruments have not been acquired in one or two generations, but is
the result of over years of expert piano building. The founder of
this old firm gained note not only as a piano and organ builder, but
also for the many inventions that materially helped to improve the
pianos and organs lie made. His descendants have always borne in
mind his high ideals and carried them out and in that way tamed the
prestige that these instruments had already gained. They have a
modern and up to date factory in which they produce both the upright
and Grand models of all types that have met with the greatest
appreciation from both the public and the trade. Today the name "Shoninger"
means artistic leadership to a legion of music lovers and Shoninger
progress ut the future will be dotted with new and greater triumphs,
for never more imposing were the resources behind this time-honored
name. Slioninger pianos are sold the world over and they will be
found in the most representative piano stores in the United States.
SEYBOLD Pianos and player pianos of attractive and
durable qualities bearing this name are manufactured by J P.
Johnson Piano Co., of Elgin and Ottawa, Ill.
SHAW This instrument was originally made in Erie, Pa.,
the business being established more than twenty years ago. In a 1900
the Shaw business was purchased by Chas. Stieff, Inc.,
of Baltimore, Md.
SHERWOOD Dependable pianos manufactured by the
Clarendon Piano Co., Rockford, Ill. Serviceable, well-built
pianos possessing musically good tone.
SCHUBERT
Manufactured by the Schubert Piano Co.,. These instruments, made
in uprights, grands and reproducing pianos, are from an old
established industry and contain a new tone device known as the "Virzi."
At the Paris International Exposition, at the Rotterdain World's
Fair and at the Chicago Exposition, Shubert pianos obtained highest
awards. The qualities that gained recognition for these instruments
have not been acquired in one or two generations, but is the result
of over years of expert piano building. The founder of this old firm
gained note not only as a piano and organ builder, but also for the
many inventions that materially helped to improve the pianos. His
descendants have always borne in mind his high ideals and carried
them out and in that way tamed the prestige that these instruments
had already gained. They have a modern and up to date factory in
which they produce both the upright and Grand models of all types
that have met with the greatest appreciation from both the public
and the trade.
SELECTRA This name is given to a dependable special
device for selecting at will any tune desired which appears on a
ten-piece re -roll automatic music roll. It is made and controlled
by the Western Electric Piano Co., of Chicago.
SINGER Pianos and player-pianos which bear this now
widely known name are manufactured by the Singer Division of the Steger & Sons Piano Mfg. Co., of Chicago and
Steger, Ill. Singer pianos were first offered the public in 1884.
The Singer piano and player piano are very desirable instruments of
beautiful touch, great durability and very attractive qualities,
fully guaranteed. They are noted for good workmanship and in their
manufacture materials of approved quality are used. Singer pianos
are recognized by the piano trade and piano buying public as
desirable instruments in their class, and all the qualities of the
Singer pianos will be found to an equal degree in the Singer
player-pianos, which are dependable instruments, not only in
material construction but equally in the player mechanism.
SMITH & BARNES Known as "the Pioneer pianos of the
West." The first pianos manufactured in Chicago for wholesale trade.
This was in 1884. The manufacture of these instruments is conducted
tinder a strong organization headed by The Continental Piano Co. The
Smith & Barnes player-pianos are of the same high character and have
earned for themselves a place among the leading player-pianos of the
country. The Smith, Barnes & Strobber Company,
manufacturers of the Smith & Barnes pianos, stand among the highest
commercially in the piano manufacturing industry. Main office and
factory at Chicago. Very large branch factory at No. Milwaukee, Wis.
See also Smith, Barnes & Strobber Co
SMITH & NIXON One of the oldest names in the American
piano world. These pianos, player-pianos and grands are manufactured
by a division of the Goldsmith Piano Co. of Chicago, an industry of
utmost responsibility. Smith & Nixon pianos have held a place very
high in the esteem of discriminating musical people and, under
present conditions, their position will be maintained.
SOHMER & CO. Pianos of this make are distinguished by
their artistic character, and have for many years held their place
among the best specimens of the piano-maker's art. They are
manufactured in both grand and upright styles. Fine pianos in every
respect, and the product of a house of highest responsibility.
SOLO-CONCERTO The leading player piano of the H. C. Bay
Co. line, to whom refer. One style is manufactured equipped with the
reliable H. C. Bay player action, made in its entirety in the H. C.
Bay factory at Bluffton, Ind. Beautifully finished, and of fine
musical tone, a player for the most exclusive trade. The H. C. Bay
player action is proclaimed as one which "will be acclaimed by every
tuner, and player regulator looking after the instruments. H. C. Bay
player pianos have won a prominent place in the world of music and
their production increases rapidly as the desirability of these
instruments becomes known.
SOLO CAROLA INNER-PLAYER A name used exclusively by The Cable Company to designate their well-known
patented Solo Carola pneumatic player mechanism, which they install
in their Conover, Carola and
Euphona Inner-Player pianos. The invention was completed
nine years ago, but instead of immediately placing these
Inner-Player pianos on the market, they were put in testing rooms
and their conduct watched under varying conditions and every
conceivable test. These instruments are the first and only
player-pianos so far invented on which you can strike any of
eighty-eight solo or accompaniment notes, either independently or
simultaneously, with varying degrees of power. There are
eighty-eight slot-like openings extending above the regular orifices
on the tracker board. This gives independent solo control to every
one of the eighty-eight notes on the keyboard, and it is done
without increasing the length of the tracker board. This new Solo
Carola mechanism enables the production of a solo note with an
intensity many times greater than the accompaniment, and on a very
low air pressure. There are no levers to operate; it is all done
automatically. These instruments will play any standard eighty-eight
note roll. Naturally, player-pianos of this type appeal directly to
musical people. The Solo Carola mechanism 15 installed in both the
Solo Carola and the Solo Euphona Inner-player, to
which refer elsewhere.
SOLO EUPHONA INNER-PLAYER This remarkable instrument is
the Euphona Inner-Player equipped with the well-known patented Solo
Carola mechanism, the only device ever made whereby solo and
accompaniment notes can be struck independently or simultaneously
throughout the entire length of the keyboard with any desired degree
of power. The result is a player-piano of the highest artistic
merit. The Solo Euphona Inner-Player is made in its entirety by The Cable Company, Chicago.
SOLOTONE The name adopted by Schaff Bros. Co.
of Huntington. Ind., for their player-pianos. Instruments of such
attractive characteristics and musical qualities as to have made
them favorites wherever known.
SPECTOR & SON Pianos and player-pianos of good character
and durability are manufactured by the Spector & Son Piano Co.,
whose wareroom and offices were at 324 Grand Street, New York. The
factory is at 417-423 West 28th Street and is in charge of an expert
piano maker. The output is sold mainly by the New York retail house.
SPENCER Pianos and player-pianos of attractive designs
and fine tone are manufactured by the Spencer Piano Co., Inc.
Spencer pianos and players have attained a good place in the musical
world and the industry is growing rapidly.
SPIES Manufactured by Kohler & Campbell, Inc., Fiftieth
St. and Eleventh Ave., New York City, who control the name and
assets of the Spies Piano Company. A popular priced piano of a
dependable value instrument that sells easily and gives
satisfaction.
STANDARD The name of a notable player piano action
manufactured by the Standard Pneumatic Action Company, of New York
City, the largest industry of its kind in the world. The trademark
letter "S" is found on all products from this company, on patent
plate in a spool box. The Standard Pneumatic Action embodies many
exclusive patented features of great value. This company is an
organization of player specialists whose success has been
unparalleled. Manufacturers of more than 375,000 player actions in
15 years. Player actions of splendid character, backed by the
five-year guarantee of a concern of unquestionable financial and
commercial standing.
STARCK P.A. From its first appearance a great many years
ago it has been the ambition of the manufacturers of the Starck
piano to create an instrument distinctive in its expression of the
skill and care by which it is produced. Mr. P. A. Starck had been
engaged in the piano business during his entire lifetime and he had
a desire to excel any of the instruments with which he had been
associated. With this purpose in view he founded the industry that
bears his name and he succeeded in presenting to the piano buying
public an instrument of the highest type. The Starck up rights
affords fine specimens of case design and the tonal effects are the
result of expert scale drafting and acoustic development of the only
kind that can insure evenness, power, and the gradations which
delight the sensitive ear. The Starck grand pianos are artistic in
construction and in results. They have shown a distinct advance of
late years, and the character of tone and powers attest to the
methods employed by the skilled workers in the factory of the P.A.
Starck Piano Company in Chicago. The Starck reproducing piano is a
triumph in the most advanced department of construction. It has won
the indorsement of many artists, and the Starck grand has been used
and highly praised by pianists, vocalist's operatic artists whose
testimonials form a sheaf of strength to these instruments. The
Starck player-pianos include the latest improvements by which are
insured the most artistic effects and permit widest range of
expression. Starck player-pianos are made in both grand and upright
cases. Unique and distinctive features of construction will he found
in the Starck piano; the most important of those special features is
the sounding board construction which includes the Starck bent
acoustic rim. This gives the Starck upright the tone of a grand
piano and makes it especially well adapted for concert use.
STARR The Starr Piano Co. was organized in 1872 at
Richmond, Ind., by men whose names rapidly became known as among the
best of American piano builders. The foundation based upon advanced
methods and a careful detail of workmanship soon received its award
by the constant growth. This organization today occupies a factory
consisting of thirty-one buildings and having a combined floor space
of more than five hundred thousand square feet. The buildings are
located in the center of a plot of ground thirty-five acres in
extent, which is devoted entirely to the interests of the company.
This space affords the basis for an extensive and intelligent
handling of lumber, the storage of more than four million feet,
permitting every preparation requisite to be properly made for piano
making.
In this factory every part of Starr pianos and Starr-made pianos
is completely from the basic material, including the player
mechanism in its entirety. With these facilities every known
labor-saving device has been possible and the elimination of cost
greatly enhances values which can be given by this industry. The
business of the company is ably directed by its executive officers-Mr.
Harry Gennett, president; Mrs. Alice L. Gennett, chairman board of
directors; Mr. Clarence Gennett, treasurer; Mr. Fred Gennett,
secretary. All have devoted their entire lives to up building of the
business. The sales organization ably seconds the executive
officers. The distribution of the products of the Starr factory is
to all parts of the world. At competitive exhibitions held the Starr
pianos have invariably obtained the highest awards, and number among
the honor's awards at the Cincinnati Industrial Exposition in 1880,
the Chicago World's Fair in 1898, the National International
Exposition in 1897, the St. Louis Exposition in 1904, the Seattle
Exposition in 1909, the Panama California Exposition in 1915, and
many others. Starr-made grand pianos are built in three sizes. The
smallest size is but five feet two inches long and bears the
company's copyrighted trademark
"Minimum," which indicates the exclusive features of this
instrument. The other sizes of parlor and concert grand are well
adapted for the field in which that class of instrument is used.
Several models of upright pianos and player-pianos are made. In each
of them the style and dimensions are varied to meet the particular
requirement toward which the design of the instrument has been
directed. The fundamental element of proper musical manufacture, the
pure, even quality scale, is universally used, and the feeling which
the resultant tone quality has obtained warrants the highest
commendation. An extended number of models of player-pianos are
likewise made. Many of the Starr models bear the exclusive feature
of Starr light a luminous music well, making more attractive
evening' playing. All instruments made in the Starr factory are
fully covered by an absolute guarantee.
STECK Steck pianos have for a great many years sustained
a high place in the musical world. They are recognized as among the
few old standard makes the fame of which survives. Some of the most
distinguished artists have endorsed the Steck piano and in doing so
have taken personal interest in testifying to the value of the many
improvements and inventions contained in these instruments. The
Steck Pianola is a combination of the Steck piano and the Pianola
player action.
STEGER & SONS The great industry by which Steger & Sons
Grand and upright pianos, player pianos. player grand pianos,
reproducing uprights and grand pianos and Steger phonographs are
manufactured was established in 1879 and Incorporated in 1892 as the
Steger & Sons Piano Mfg. Co. The factories were at Steger, III.,
where the Dixie highway and Lincoln highway meet, twenty-nine miles
from Chicago, on the Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railroad. The town,
which was founded by the late John V. Steger for the purpose of
establishing there the great industry, has developed into a place of
importance generally speaking, and of vast importance in its
relation to piano manufacture. The town occupies a tract of 1,500
acres and the land was purchased by the company for development
along the lines which have given to it a conspicuous place. Steger
is a community of intelligent, progressive citizens, the larger
proportion of whom are workers in the piano factories controlled by
Steger & Sons Piano Mfg. Co. Most of the workers own their own
homes, which were built by the company and sold to employ on easy
payments at cost of erection. The town is supplied with all of the
conveniences of a modern city and the school system is a matter of
local pride. Owing to the relations which exist between the piano
industry and its employees there never arises any of the unrest
which sometimes interferes with the progress of industrial
communities. Strikes are never known there and the policy long ago
adopted has insured not only the prosperity of individuals by the
advancement of the Steger & Sons instruments throughout the entire
country. Steger & Sons pianos, possessing beautiful tone and
artistic excellence, have attained to a place of distinction in the
musical world. From the first it has been the policy to insist upon
the most careful workmanship and first cost has not been considered
in any of the parts or processes which go to the creation of these
instruments. They are represented and sold by a very large
proportion of the prominent and progressive piano merchants of the
United States. They are found in many of the leading musical
colleges and conservatories, and are bought by discriminating lovers
of music. A feature of the Steger & Sons' pianos is the artistic
case designs, and to this end a special art department is maintained
in which are employed noted experts in the creation of original
effects. Steger instruments are backed by the liberal Steger
guarantee. The financial strength of the company is unquestioned.
One of Chicago's imposing skyscrapers is the Steger Bldg., at the
northwest corner of Wabash Ave. and Jackson Blvd. It is in the
center of Chicago's piano row and it forms one of the impressive
monuments to the attainments of the Steger & Sons' industries. The
Steger Bldg. is nineteen stories high and was erected at a cost of
about $l,000,000, The names of pianos are arranged alphabetically in
this book to ascertain the character and reliability of any
instrument.
STEINERT The development of the Steinert piano has
covered a period of many years under the personal direction of
Alexander Steinert, present head of the house. His expert knowledge
of practical piano building and the application of scientific
principles of construction has been employed in bringing the
Steinert piano to its present state of excellence.
STEINWAY & SONS Almost from the first arrival in New
York of the Steinway family, in 1850, the name has been famous in
the history of the American piano. The single aim of the founder was
to produce an ideal instrument, and with what grand and satisfactory
results, the career of the house which he founded attests. The
Steinway piano is too well known and too distinctly and indisputably
artistic in its sphere and standing to require any great endorsement
here. Its development is a fascinating story and lends honor and
credit to its makers as well as to the art of piano-making.
"Steinway" pianos are made in all styles and for all climes and all
lands; uprights, grands and concert grands. A specialty is also made
of art pianos, specially designed, hand decorated and finished in a
most sumptuous manner. The first Steinway piano was made by Henry
Engelhard Steinway, with his own hands, at Season. Its construction
occupied the leisure of a whole year. When Theodore Steinway, for
whom this famous piano was built, was fourteen years old, the
business of manufacture was so well perfected that the Steinway
piano took the premium at the Brunswick Fair. In 1850 the family
located in New York leaving a thriving trade behind them in charge
of Theodore Steinway, and bringing sufficient capital to start a new
factory. Three years were occupied in learning American methods of
work and then the factory was opened in Varick St., New York, by the
father and his sons, Charles, Henry and William. A year later, March
1854, the American piano took its first premium at the Metropolitan
air held in Washington, D. C. The Steinway overstrung pianos were
next exhibited at the American Institute, held in the New York
Crystal Palace, in 1855, and took all prizes. The London Exposition
followed in 1862, and the Paris Exposition in 1867, at which the
Steinway pianos received the first prize medal and the grand gold
medal, respectively. The piano received at least thirty-five
premiums at the principal fairs in the United States between the
years 1855 and 1862, since which time the house has been an
exhibitor at international expositions only. The "Steinway" has been
used by the most eminent artists of both hemispheres and is as well
known in art circles of the Old World as it is in the New.
STEINWAY PIANOLA An artistic instrument consisting
of the Steinway piano equipped with a Duo-Art Reproducing
action. It was marketed solely by The Aeolian Co.,
New York.
STERLING Sterling pianos and player-pianos have long
been favorites among the characteristically American instruments.
They are of fine tone quality and their standing in the world of
music is all the commendation that could be he desired by the most
critical piano lover. In fact, "Sterling" is a name high in the
annals of the American piano. It is the name of the founder of the
industry, which was incorporated in 1866. The Sterling Instruments
stand as representative of the high attainments of American
craftsmanship and in every particular they are recognized as leaders
among people of discriminating tastes. Of late years a marked
improvement has been made in the Sterling musical scale and under
the present management the Sterling Piano Corporation is a powerful
influence with trade and public
ST. REGIS This is a popular priced, durable piano one of
the products of the great house of Baldwin.
CHAS. M. STIEFF Pianos and player-pianos of excellent
reputation, manufactured by Chas. M. Stieff, Inc., Baltimore, Md.
The Chas. M. Stieff piano is among the old and conservatively made
instruments. These pianos are durable, well made and sustain the
character of their makers as a responsible business house.
STEHLE William Stehle, 1006 W. Lexington St., Baltimore,
Md., makes a meritorious instrument and one to be commended for tone
quality and durability. The name of an expert piano maker who, after
long association with a famous old Chicago industry, has been
manufacturing fine pianos and player-pianos which bear his name A
small industry of high ambitions. Established in 1924.
STODART Manufactured by the Stodart Piano Co, at
Southern Blvd. and Trinity Ave, New York Trademark registered in
1892. The first Stodart piano was built in 1832. This company is
controlled by Jacob Doll & Sons, Incorporated, The "Stodart" is an
instrument of established reputation and merit and has a wide
reputation throughout the trade. Jacob Doll & Sons
STORY & CLARK Grands, uprights and player-pianos
bearing this name are products of the old and responsible firm of
the Story & Clark Piano Co., of Chicago, Ill., and Grand Haven,
Mich., the extensive factory being in the latter city. The pianos
and player-pianos of this house are of the high-grade class in every
particular and they are in great demand because of their excellence
and the enterprise of their manufacturers. Story & Clark instruments
are nationally advertised and have been used by many great artists.
Few piano industries can claim to have a larger distribution among
music lovers of the highest discrimination. The house of Story &
Clark is one of the oldest in the history of piano manufacturing in
the west, and it has from the first stood unchallenged for integrity
and ambition. Story & Clark pianos are made in uprights, grands,
player-pianos and reproducing pianos. In addition, this great firm
are the sole manufacturers of the Repro-Phraso player-piano. This
new and beautiful instruments a personal expression player enabling
anyone to take any common 88-note music roll and trace the melody
throughout the selection, perfectly phrasing, shading and obtaining
sustenuto effects exactly as if you were playing with your hands on
the keys. Special rolls are not required to obtain the fine musical
effects.
STRAUBE Manufactured by the Straube Piano Company in its
modern, complete factory at Hammond, Ind., 19 miles from Chicago.
The Artronome Player Action which is installed only in Straube made
pianos, was invented, developed and is now manufactured exclusively
by the Straube Company in its own factory. The feature of this
player action, which has attracted extraordinary attention, is its
dependability the fact that it has reduced service calls to an
absolute minimum. This dependability is the result of the many
distinctive and exclusive features, both in design and construction,
of the player action. Chief of these is the patented Pendulum Valve,
by which troubles due to friction and corrosion in the valve
mechanism are avoided. Straube Grands and Reproducing Grands are
also made complete in the Straube factories. The Straube pianos are
in the highest class of musical instruments, being made the finest
materials with painstaking care by expert workmen. The beautiful
tone quality of the Straube its evenness and purity-is due to the
Straube scale which is musically and scientifically correct-the
results of years of experiment and study. Straube is marketed by
scores of dealers throughout the country, and its distribution is
increasing with every year. It has proved a highly satisfactory
product for the dealer because of the selling policy of the Straube
Piano Company on the "satisfied customer" basis. Straube products
are nationally advertised and are known all over the world. Because
of their staunch dependability, Straube players are very favorably
received in foreign countries. House in unquestioned standing.
STRATFORD Excellent pianos made under the direction of
the Foster-Armstrong Co. division in their great factories at Fast
Rochester, N. Y. The models of this instrument are appealing and are
designed in conformance with the most desirable furniture of today.
Various kinds of veneers are used and happily matched in a pattern
and blended with a fine sense of color taste so as to be
particularly pleasing to the eye. The scales of the Stratford piano
are drafted with great smoothness, so that there is an entire
avoidance of breaks, thus producing from the lowest bass to the
highest treble note a perfectly uniform tone. The Stratford players
are equipped with thoroughly reliable player actions
STRICH & ZEIDLER Strich & Zeidler pianos and
player-pianos make their appeal to the limited circle of music
lovers who are not influenced by great names and are willing to pay
good prices for fine instruments. They are represented by many of
the foremost piano houses throughout the country. Mr. William Strich,
who founded the Strich & Zeidler piano many years ago, is an expert
piano maker of distinction and his name is an ample guaranty of the
quality of Strich & Zeidler instruments. The pianos are made in both
uprights and grands.
STROHBER The Strohber piano from the beginning has been
an instrument of marked individuality and durable quality. It is one
of the "Pianos of Character" manufactured by the Smith, Barnes &
Strohber Division of the Continental Piano Co. at Milwaukee factory.
The "Strohber Diminutive" was introduced in 1921 and met with
instantaneous success, due to its wonderful quality. It is a
practical piano of modest proportion and design, with a tone
remarkable for volume and quality. It is eminently adapted for the
small apartment or bungalow, as well as the schoolroom. The
diminutive player marks a distinct advance in player construction.
STROUD One of the several pianos manufactured by the Aeolian Company, of New York. Stroud pianos are in
every way reliable and they are instruments of unquestioned merit.
The tone is fascinating and the construction durable and dependable.
STUDIO Designation applied to a style of the famous Autopiano
STUDIO GRAND A famous small grand piano only 5 feet long
are known by this name. It is the instrument made by the
Christman Piano Co., New York, which has won fame by reason
of the distinctive character, flawless tone quality and beauty of
design and construction.
STULTZ & BAUER Pianos, player-pianos and reproducing
pianos of distinction by one of New York's responsible and most
reputable industries. They are handsome instruments, of fine tone
quality, and belong among the high-grade pianos in every particular.
The Stultz & Bauer pianos, player-pianos and reproducing pianos are
fine instruments which enjoy deserved distinction. These admirable
instruments are made in grands, uprights and player-pianos and the
name of Stultz & Bauer is in itself a guarantee of merit and
security. The industry of Stultz & Baner is owned and controlled
solely by members of the Bauer family, under whose personal
supervision every instrument is built.
STULTZ & CO. Good pianos manufactured by Stultz & Co.,
which industry is controlled by the Bjur Bros. Co.,
with factory at 705 Whitlock Ave., New York. Also make player-pianos
bearing same name and of popular character.
STURZ BROS Sturz Bros. pianos and piano-players are
distinctly high-grade instruments. In tone, finish and construction
they have the right to an enviable position.
STUYVESANT One of the reliable popular pianos made by
the great industry of the Aeolian Weber Piano & Pianola Co.
SWEETLAND The name of a very reliable and favorably
known piano manufactured by the Cable-Nelson Piano Co.,
of Chicago; factory South Haven, Mich. The Sweeland piano is an
attractive instrument of superior musical quality. See
Cable-Nelson Piano Co.
SYMPHOTONE Player-pianos of fine qualities made by Autopiano Co., New York.
THOMPSON Pianos and player-pianos of durable character
and beautiful tone designed to meet the popular demand, sustaining
an excellent reputation, dating back to 1870. Thompson instruments
are carefully made, of approved materials. They possess musical
merit which is quickly recognized by the prospective purchasers.
They are the product of the Thompson Division of the Steger
& Sons Piano Mfg. Co., of Chicago, and Steger, Ill. The
financial standing of that company is unquestioned. Thompson pianos
and player-pianos are so attractive in appearance and they are
produced in such a variety of designs that they occupy a conspicuous
place in the trade. Every detail in their manufacture receives care
ful attention of expert workmen. They are sold under a guarantee
which leaves no doubt as to their responsibility. These instruments
are handled by foremost piano dealers throughout the country and are
in great demand. The factories are at Steger, Illinois, where the
Lincoln and Dixie highways meet, and the offices in the Steger
Bldg., at the northwest corner of Wabash Ave. and Jackson Blvd.
Chicago.
THAYER Popular pianos bearing this name are from the
factory of Bjur Bros. Co., New York City, which
guarantees their reliability.
TONK Pianos and player-pianos of fine qualities and high
repute. The Tonk piano is everywhere noted for peculiarly sweet and
sonorous tone and excellence of workmanship and material. As the
product of one of the old-established New York industries whose
entire career has been one of strict integrity and honor, it is
natural to expect something distinctly good in the Tonk piano. And
in this anticipation there is no disappointment, for this piano is
of a kind to do credit to any name. In short, the Tonk piano is a
sweet-toned, satisfying instrument, is durable and is musical. It is
rapidly gaining in sale and also already enjoys a large export
trade. The Tonk player-piano and Triplex Electric Player and
Reproducing Grands and Uprights are no less satisfactory and their
success is firmly established. One of the distinct and thoroughly
demonstrated improvements in Tonk pianos and player-pianos is the
combination rolled steel back construction. It is a feature that has
been tried out and proved of great merit. Manufactured by William
Tonk & Bros.
TRAYSER PIANO CO. The word "Trayser" became connected
with the American piano industry in 1849. The instruments of that
time, although necessarily few in number, displayed great skill and
a thorough knowledge of the industry which Mr. George L Trayser had
learned in the factories of his native Germany He was actively
associated with organization bearing his name. During his business
lifetime, after which it was absorbed by The Starr Piano Co,
who are the manufacturers of these instruments today. With a
foundation so well established, this organization has continued the
development of the Trayser piano which has long been accepted among
the higher grade instruments. The Trayser is
guaranteed by The Starr Piano Co.
TROWBRIDGE An old-time piano name on instruments now
produced by the Trowbridge Department of the Henry F. Miller
plant of the Continental Piano Co., of Boston, Mass. The
instruments are thoroughly well made, of fine tone quality and in
every way reliable. The factory is at Wakefield, a suburb of Boston,
and the offices at 395 Boylston St., Boston.
VICTOR Manufactured by the Bush & Lane Piano
Company, in their extensive and finely equipped factory at
Holland, Mich. Victor pianos are thoroughly reliable instruments of
a high grade. The Victor instruments have been on the market for
many years, during which time many thousands have been sold. Victor
pianos are noted for their pleasing tone qualities and the unique
and effective character of their case work. Dealers who handle these
pianos speak most highly of the musical and the durable qualities of
the instruments and expert musicians have indorsed in highest terms
their admirable qualities. The name "Victor" is copyrighted and is
the trademark and exclusive property of this company. The Victor
Cecilian contains the famous Cecilian player action, which is so
noted for its easy operation, versatility of expression effects and
durability. Victor grands and uprights embody the highest musical
ideals. See Bush & Lane Piano Co.
VIRTUOLO This famous player-piano was the product of the
Hallet & Davis Piano Company of Boston. It is nationally advertised,
nationally priced. In November 1925, the control of the old Boston
industry was acquired by the Premier Grand Piano Corporation of New
York City, which now makes the grand pianos of the former firm.
While the uprights are produced in the extensive factories of Jacob
Doll & Sons. Instruments of unchallenged quality.
VOSE & SONS One of America's most distinguished pianos.
The "Vose" piano has sustained itself in the respect of musicians
and the admiration of the public through Mr. James W Vose,
recognized as one of the greatest presidents of the many great piano
manufacturing concerns of the country. From the first the career of
the Vose piano has been steadily gaining until it has reached a
position ranking among the foremost pianos of the world. The "Vose"
pianos of today are marked by a distinct originality of case
designs, careful and most thorough construction, and musical effects
of the most satisfactory character. They are pianos whose characters
are of a kind to attract the attention of people of refinement and
good taste.
WARFIELD Warfield pianos and player-pianos are
manufactured by the Waltham Piano Company of Milwaukee. Wisc. The
above company recognizes the need of a piano of high quality of
attractive case design and finish and of pleasing tonal qualities
which will fill the wants of piano purchasers who want to get the
best possible value for their purchasing power and have found that
the demand for the Warfield has exceeded their highest expectations.
The perfection of equipment and scientific management of their large
roomy factory has enabled them to produce this instrument in
sufficient numbers without in any way interfering with the
production of the requisite quantity of Warfield pianos.
WALTERS Durable pianos, made by the Walters Piano Co.,
New York. The factory is at Long Island City. The entire business
and interests of the Walters Piano Co. is controlled by Bloomingdale
Brothers, one of New York's big department stores.
HORRACE WATERS & CO A name familiar in retail trade for
many years.
WALTHAM Manufactured by the Waltham Piano Co.,
Milwaukee, Wis. , Waltham pianos and player-pianos are constructed
under the supervision of experts in every department of the great
factory. All material has been carefully selected to insure the very
best in every part used in its construction. The case work is
especially worthy of mention. The case designs are artistic and of
exceptionally solid and substantial construction. Waltham uprights
and player-pianos are of one tone quality and as handsome as
durable. The Waltham reproducing player is also worthy of special
attention on account of its lifelike reproduction of the artist
skill. Another player which this company is featuring is equipped
with an electric motor operated by turning a switch and can at the
will of the player also be operated by the foot pedals. All of the
piano and player actions in Waltham instruments are of the best and
are skillfully manufactured and regulated. The player action
department is equipped for perfect workmanship and intelligent
inspection previous to shipping the finished instruments. All
Waltham pianos and player-pianos are very carefully inspected in the
several departments through which they pass while iii the process of
construction.
WALDEMAR Made by the Kreiter Manufacturing Co.
Inc., of Milwaukee and Marinette, Wis. , The Waldemar piano
and player piano are named after the son of the president of the Kreiter Manufacturing Co. They are fully warranted
by that responsible corporation. These instruments are handled by
some of the largest and leading piano merchants of the United
States, and have proved very popular and reliable in every
particular.
WALDORF The Waldorf Piano Company, incorporated under
the laws of the State of New York, 1908, owned and controlled by the Autopiano Company, manufactures one style
player-piano and an expression player-piano, sponsored and vouched
for by the Autopiano Company, thus assuring
first-class material and workmanship. The Waldorf player wholesales
at a very reasonable price. The financial standing of the Waldorf
Piano Co. is unquestioned.
WASHBURN Well-known pianos and player-pianos of the
popular grade. One of the Lyon & Healy made
instruments which have attained to great popularity because of
substantial material and musical merit. The house behind the
Washburn is of the highest credit.
WAVERLY The distinctive name given to a very beautiful
Duo Tone Model produced by the Waltham Piano Co. of Milwaukee. This
instrument was in every way reliable and desirable.
WEAVER
Weaver pianos in uprights grands and player-pianos and
reproducing pianos have the characteristics that mark the highest
achievements in modern piano making Weaver pianos, insuring the
greatest possible durability, and wrought out so as to assure the
highest development of the carefully drawn scales. The tone
regulating and action regulating art so thoroughly did as to give
the piano an elastic and easy touch, and to make it capable of the
finest shades of expression. In fact, the Weaver piano responds in
every way to the most exacting demands of the accomplished pianist.
The Weaver upright piano in large sizes has larger sounding board
and longer strings than the small grand pianos of various makes, and
is an upright grand piano with more volume and more of a concert
grand tone than the small horizontal grands.
WEBSTER This piano has been prominent for many years. It
was established more than a quarter-century ago. A reliable popular
instrument. The Webster player-pianos are of the same durable
character and have a large demand. The Webster pianos and players
are controlled by W. P Haines & Co., of New York,
with factories at Leominster, Mass
WEBER & SONS Small industry at corner Wellington and
Herndon St., Chicago, where practical men make a few pianos bearing
this name.
WEBER A piano of international renown, manufactured by
the Weber Piano Co., of New York. The house of Weber was established
in 1852. The pianos of this make have been held in high esteem by
artists and the musical public. In 1904 the Weber Piano Co. received
from His Majesty, Alfonso XIII, a royal warrant of appointment as
piano manufacturers to the court of Spain. His Holiness, Pope Pius
X, also honored this distinguished concern by appointing it his
personal purveyor and also for the apostolic palaces.
The Weber, when introduced in 1852, won immediate response due to
its tone quality, power and sympathy. It was awarded distinguished
honors at the Philadelphia Centennial in 1876; at the American
Exhibition in London, in 1887, and at the Paris Exposition in 1889.
Albert Weber, who supervised the manufacture, was a powerful figure
in the music world of his day furthering the development of musical
knowledge. The Weber Piano Company continued to produce fine pianos
after his death and Aeolian carried on the tradition when they
acquired the company.
The Weber piano, one of the oldest names in American-made pianos,
made it a fourth top-of-the-line piano produced in the East
Rochester plant, sharing that position with Knabe, Chickering and
Mason & Hamlin.
WEGNER Manufactured by the Kreiter Manufacturing Co. in
the large and perfectly equipped factory of that industry at
Marinette, Wis.
WEIDLING
WEISER & SONS
WELLINGTON The Wellington pianos belong to the extensive
line of instruments manufactured by The Cable Company
Chicago They possess an attractiveness of and finish, elasticity of
action and durability, not surpassed by many pianos of much higher
price In tone quality, in durability and in appearance the
Wellington pianos reveal evidences of masterly piano building skill
and, price considered, are hard to equal. These instruments have
been found so satisfactory that they are in great demand throughout
the country and have also won an export trade of large proportions.
While not an expensive piano the Wellington presents all the
elegance of finish and melody of tone character that charm the lover
of good pianos. It is a reliable piano in which the buyer receives a
large return for a comparatively small investment. Its manufacturers
possess peculiarly great facilities for the economical production of
good pianos and they have succeeded in creating instruments of rare
attractiveness at prices within the reach of the people. The
Wellington is a safe piano and a splendid value. The Cable
Company
WELLSMORE & CO. Pianos and player pianos of popular
character and medium prices are made by the Wellsmore Piano Co.,
Inc, These instruments are fully guaranteed by their makers and are
reliable in every way. They have long since demonstrated that they
possess the qualities that satisfy.
WERNER PIANO COMPANY Manufactured b' the Werner Piano Co
in a well-equipped factory in Chicago The Werner player-piano has
secured an excellent reputation on account of its simple and
effective method of operation and control.
WESER BROS Weser pianos and player-pianos arc made by
the old established, highly responsible firm of Weser Bros., New
York City, established in 1879. The product of this factory is
shipped to all parts of the world and the organization is reputed to
make one of the highest grade commercial pianos. Its factory covers
more than three acres of working floor space. Weser pianos are noted
for their excellent ease operation mechanical quality and attractive
cases.
WENTWORTH The Wentworth Piano Co., of Boston,
manufactures pianos and player pianos.
WESTERN ELECTRIC Automatic pianos of reliable
construction are manufactured by the Western Electric Piano Co.
WEYDIG Makers of the well known "Radi-O-Players' of
attractive and quality features the characteristics of the
instruments manufactured by The Weydig Corp.
WHEELOCK Popular instruments manufactured by the
Wheelock Piano Co., of New York, which are controlled by the
Aeolian-Weber Corporation.
WHITMAN Popular pianos and player-pianos made by the Weydig Piano Corporation.
WHITNEY See the Kimball Piano Company.
WIDDIFIELD This is the name of one of the popular pianos
made by the Warren Piano Co. of Warren, Pa. The founder of this
industry, Mr. Thomas. Cook, long ago gained a fine place in the
trade by his upright methods and unchallenged integrity.
WILLARD A thoroughly good piano of medium price, made by Smith, Barnes & Strohber Co., in their large
factory at Chicago, Ill. The Willard piano has been on the market
for more than twenty years. It has proved itself to be of dependable
construction, good and lasting tone and reliable in every way.
WILBUR Popular pianos and player-pianos manufactured by
the Pease Piano Co. of New York, which insures
their reliability as instruments of good tone and value of the
medium grade.
P.S. WICK Upright pianos, player-pianos, grands and
reproducing pianos of distinctly high-grade quality and
attractiveness are manufactured by the P S Wick Co., of North St.
Paul, Minn. The best of materials are used in these instruments and
the construction is beyond reproach. The result is a tone that is at
once powerful, sensitive and, pleasing to critical ears. The case
designs are refined and beautiful and the finish is in keeping. The
P.S. Wick a piano of the progressive kind, and its makers are
ambitious to win and sustain the reputation for producing none but
instruments of the high class by which reputations are made. The
president and treasurer of the company making these pianos is Mr. P.
S. Wick, a gentleman of large experience in this line of industry.
These famous instruments are now produced also in small grands and
full-sized grands and they are in every way representative of their
ambition fully realized.
WILFRED Instruments of beautiful tone quality and fine
craftsmanship manufactured by the Wilfred Piano Co., 156th St. and
Whitlock Ave., New York. The company consists experts in the various
departments of fine piano manufacture. The industry was established
in 1913 and has grown steadily. The player-piano actions are
manufactured in the company's factory as are also the piano cases.
Wilfred pianos and player-pianos are the products of skilled
artisans, and the members of the company take personal pride in the
creations of their energies.
WILSON Wilson pianos and players are manufactured in the
large and well-equipped factory of the Waltham Piano Company, at
Milwaukee, Wis. The Wilson Piano fills the need for a
well-constructed piano which can be marketed at a reasonable price
and which is at the same time a reliable and durable instrument,
which will stand the test of time and wear and has durability,
excellent tonal qualities, artistic case designs, durable finish and
has enjoyed an excellent demand which is constantly increasing.
WINTER Winter & Co. pianos and player-pianos are
produced in an approved manner, and of the best materials and all
genuine Winter pianos bear the name on the fall boards and it is
cast in the iron plates. Pianos bearing this name are recommended as
absolutely safe to buy.
WING & SON The Wing & Sons' pianos and player-pianos are
manufactured by that firm in New York City, and are sold only direct
to their own customers. The firm of Wing & Son is one of the oldest
in the trade, having been established in 1868 as Doan, Wing
& Cushing which was succeeded by Wing & Son in 1873, and
now by a third successive generation of Wing piano makers.
WINKLER PIANO CO. Pianos and player-pianos of good
character are made in steadily increasing numbers by Winkler Piano
Co. Trenton, N. J. The product of experienced manufacturers, whose
ambition is to excel, these instruments deserve the confidence of
the musical public. They are favorites with a large number of the
prominent pianists in Trenton, their home city.
WILLIAMS Pianos and player-pianos manufactured by the
Williams Piano & Organ Co., in their well-equipped factory at 127
Fullerton Ave., Chicago, enjoy a wide reputation for sweetness of
tone and all-around reliability. The fine new Williams six-story
fireproof factory is modern in every appointment and has every
needed improvement for the manufacture of high-class pianos and
every convenience for the welfare and comfort of their workmen. The
Williams Piano & Organ Co. is the outgrowth of the old firm of J. W.
Williams, established by J. W. Williams & Sons, 1884 recognized by
artistic piano makers as a mail of unusual musical taste and
judgment, has given much time, attention and scientific
experimentation to that department of piano construction which
specially pertaining is to tone. Mr. Williams successful endeavor
has been to produce a piano that spontaneously responds to the
varying moods of the musician and for the time likens a part of
himself. This characteristic or quality can only lie found in pianos
from an artistic instead of a commercial point of view. The Williams
pianos are made by a firm of unquestioned integrity and of the
highest commercial and personal responsibility, and is a safe piano
to buy.
WISSNER Mr. Otto Wissner a thoroughly skilled
piano-maker whose ambition to excel has never relaxed. The tone
quality of the Wissner pianos and player-pianos is of refined and
satisfying character. The Wissner piano is used in a number of
prominent music schools and colleges and always with most
satisfactory results.
WURLITZER 1853 the 22-year-old Franz Rudolph Wurlitzer
arrived penniless in Hoboken, New Jersey. He had left his home in
Saxony part of Germany, intending to take advantage of the
opportunities that he had heard America offered. On arrival he took
clerical jobs, including working for a bank. Next to the bank were a
music shop, and Wurlitzer noticed that European musical instruments
on display were being sold for disproportionately high prices. He
discovered that this was because the imported goods had to pass
through so many intermediaries. He saved $5700 which he sent to his
father with the instructions that he should purchase certain musical
instruments and ship these to him in New York. This he did, and
Franz was able to sell them at a fraction of the cost that they
previously commanded in America. This marked the inception of the
Wurlitzer Co in 1856.
The company continued to wholesale instruments until Wurlitzer
had enough money to set up a manufacturing plant in Cincinnati,
Ohio, in 1861. Four years later he opened a retail shop and expanded
the distribution business across the US. In 1880 Wurlitzer started
to make pianos, and the company grew and became particularly well
known for military and mechanical instruments. Franz Rudolph
Wurlitzer died in 1914, but the company continued and managed to
survive the age of the gramophone by introducing the first automatic
jukebox, the Wurlitzer Simplex. Wurlitzer was also known for its
pipe and theater organs.
WOODBURY Well-made pianos and player-pianos,
manufactured by the Jewett Piano Co., of Leominster, Mass. These
instruments have been in the market for many years and have
sustained the reputation of a responsible industry.
W. WUERTZ Well-made pianos and player-pianos made by the
W. Wuertz Co., Inc., 1907 Park Ave., New York.
YORK Pianos and player-pianos made by the reliable
Weaver Piano Co., of York, Pa. The York is a strictly high grade
instrument of the utmost reliability. It possesses fine musical
qualities and its case designs are of exceptional beauty. The York
player-piano is an exceptional instrument, with heavy strings and
back. It is fully warranted by this reliable company. It has
superior tone quality, is strong and durable and responds equally
well to the forceful, popular operator and the most cultured player
of refined tastes. The cases are artistic in design and beautifully
finished.
KARL ZECK This name has been established by the Karl
Zeck Company, and the instruments are made by the Clarenden Piano
Co., a division of the Haddorif Piano Co.
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