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THE MUSICAL CRITIC AND TRADE REVIEW.
January 5th, 1881.
NEW MUSICAL INVENTIONS.
NEW PUBLICATIONS.
PREPARED EXPRESSLY FOR THE MUSICAL CRITIC AND TRADE REVIEW, BY PARK
CHICAGO MUSIC CO., Chicago, HI.
BENJAMIN & BROS., EXPERTS IN PATENTS.
S. G. PBATT. " Valse Gracieuse," for Piano. 60 cts. A composition of HARMONICA, NO. 235,281—MICHAEL OLFINGER, WEST MERIDEN, CT.
high interest and good invention.
This invention consists in substituting metal where wood has previously
S. G. PKATT. "The Wedding Polonaise," for Piano. 75 cts. A very been used in making the reed plate of the Harmonica. The plate is so con-
brilliant piece, which would be still more effective if arranged for orchestra. structed that the positions between the reeds are in one piece and cast on to
HARRY DAVIS. " Old Uncle Joe." Character Song. 40 cts. We have no the reed plate.
doubt that there are people who can enjoy this style of music. Should any OCTAVE AND MANUAL COUPLER FOR ORGANS, RE-ISSUE NO. 9,457—W. D.
of our readers happen to belong to this class, the song may be recommended
PARKER, WORCESTER, MASS. , ASSIGNOR TO JOHN P. RICHARDSON OF SAME
to them.
PLACE.
EDTJABD HAXIST. Potpourri from the opera " The Rival Cantineers."
This invention consists in a mechanical arrangement of parts, which
Arrangement for Piano. 60 cts. This opera is written by James Gill, and has for its object, as an octave and Manual Coupler, first: To secure com-
must be known somewhere, otherwise the selection could not exist. We plete relief to the valve by the means of a spring, and from the weights of its
cannot appreciate the value of the Potpourri without knowledge of the coupling mechanism, when such valve is not coupled to a key. Second: To
opera, and having never seen the score nor heard of it before, we must defer have, when the coupler is adjusted for action, all the points of contact close
judgment.
and ready to move without slack or jar ; and third: To automatically assist a
J. DE ZTELIENSKI. " Trois Morceaux," for Piano. 40 cts. We are really key in its opening of a valve and thus lighten the touch of a key.
thankful to the composer for the offering. The three little pieces are of PIANO TUNING-PIN LOCK, NO. 235,269—EDWARD MCBRIDE, ST. MARY'S, PA.
dainty character and tender expression. No. 1, "Autumn Leaf," No. 2,
This device consists in a simple appliance which will materially assist in
" Tempo di Valse," No. 3, " Fantaisie Mazourka." The last piece is espe- tuning pianos and also tend to preserve their tone by preventing the key
cially characteristic and in strict accordance with the custom in the writer's from slipping when once brought to its proper position. The apparatus
country.
consists in a small wrench, one for each string or key of the instrument with
G. D. KUSSELL, Boston, Mass.
appropriate openings to allow them to fit over the keys. In the shoulder of
AUGUSTE MIGNON. " Village Reminiscences."
Songs without words for each wrench is a set-screw, which can be so adjusted as to bear against the
Piano. The composer evidently spent some of his best years in a delightful key immediately in line and thus prevent any slipping.
Other musical inventions are:
village, and feels like many others, the desire to describe all he has seen,
heard and felt in that delightful village, in some musical compositions. Ten No. 235,357. PIANOFORTE ACTION FRAME. John Hardman, New York, N.Y.,
of these compositions form the collection under the above title. We re-
assignor to Hardman, Dowling & Peck, same place. Filed June 19,1880.
ceived only four of them. 1. " The Brook," 35 cts. ; very neat and musical,
although not very descriptive. 2. "First Love," 35 cts. net. This piece No. 235,360. PIANO STOOL. Austin D. Hoffman, Chicago, 111., assignor of
one-half to Alonzo Pelton and A. J. Pomeroy, same place. Filed Sept.
cannot be so easily judged ; first love shows itself in very different forms,
30, 1879.
and may be the composer had his share in a rather mild form. The descrip-
tion gives room to this supposition. 3. " God's Acre," 35 cts. This is the No. 235,370. ACTION-HANGER FOR UPRIGHT PIANOFORTES. Edward McCam-
best of the four numbers. It enters into the spirit of the plot and is effec-
mon, Albany, N. Y.. Filed July 6, 1880.
tive. 4. " The Old Homestead," 35 cts. To judge from the composition
No.
235,381.
DEVICE FOR STRETCHING SHEEP-SKIN ON MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.
the old homestead must have been a jolly good place to go to.
Charles Rohlfs, Brooklyn, N. Y. Filed Sept. 25, 1880.
A. E. WARREN.—"Sarah Bernhardt Galop," for .Piano. 50 cts. This
galop is not quite so bad, as the waltzes bearing the same title, but this is No. 235,695. Music HOLDER. Chas. W. Millspaugh, Rowayton, Conn.
Filed Feb. 17, 18.80.
about the only compliment which can be paid to it. But the title page with
the portrait of Sarah Bernhardt in the role of Mrs. Clarkson will sell the Design 12,071. PIANO STOOL. George W. Archer, Rochester, N. Y., and
piece, whether valse or galop.
George W. Lyon, Chicago, HI. Application filed Aug. 24, 1878. Term
of patent 7 years.
ALFRED PEASE.—" 0, Love Gome Back!" song. 50 cts. Pease, like
Wagner and Boito, writes his words to his songs, at least he has done so in
OUR HOLIDAY OFFERINGS.
this special case ; whether by inspiration or necessity, remains untold ; but
we must say that the final result is a success, for the song breathes manly
T was our intention to have made suggestions for holiday offerings to cer-
passion and strong expression.
tain members of the musical profession and the music trades in our last
A. S. G. RAE.—"Sunset," song. 50 cts. Pretentiously conceived, this issue, but there was no room left for them in the paper, so we hold them over
song lacks originality ; it contains so many common-place ideas, that the for the first issue of the New Year.
Here they are:
listener does not care to hear much of it.
For Rud, (not Rude,) Aronson, a pretty little testimonial, ornamented
ARTHUR HENSHAW.—" Fire of Love," song. 50 cts. A sound and honest with buttercups and daisies, and certifying that he is the handsomest musi-
composition adapted for a tenor voice. Can be recommended to singers, cian in America.
who like a novelty for miscellaneous concerts.
For Nahum Stetson, of Steinway & Sons, an electrical hair brush.
For the Young Journalist, (with a capital J,) of the Art Jabberer, a pair
M. GRAY, San Francisco, Cal.
of scissors, a paste pot, and a grammar for his " original " articles.
R. L. YANKE. " The Nob-Hill Racquet." Galop. 35 cts. The com-
For the Editor of Coward Lockwood's Fly Sheet, a richly ornamented
poser has a certain talent for this kind of musical writing, which is of course Lyre.
of no lasting value, and not intended to be.
For John C. Freund, a free ticket to Timbuctoo, or some other out of
SANTIAGO ARRILLAYA. " Golden Locks." Spanish Dance. 50 cts. A the way place.
For B. Shoninger, a plan for a new factory and offices, which he will be
little graceful composition, harmless and inoffensive.
able to make up his mind to work from.
A. C. EIMER. " Freaks of Frisco." Mazourka Caprice. 50 cts. A very
FoivDan. Beatty, a conjuring process, whereby fifty new styles of organs
pretty little bluette, which must have pleased the lady to whom the opus is can be made from two styles.
dedicated.
For Mr. Ernst, of Lighte & Ernst, a tank of beer to swim in.
For Peck, of Hardman, Dowling & Peck, a new musical paper that will
R. LUCCHESI. " Les Immortelles." Valse de Concert. 60 cts. This valse
is decidedly the best we have seen of late. It has dash and brisk invention, give him a splendid notice in every issue.
For Sohmer & Co., an untried advertising medium.
and is musically well made.
For Meyer, of Albert Weber's, a hunk of taffy.
R. L. YANKE. " Caprice Lancers." 50 cts. Mr. Yanke again in his own
For Albert Weber, a letter from Julia Rive-King, certifying that his
inimitable style, introducing all possible and impossible popular melodies. piano, is, (in her opinion), the best in the world.
The composer must be the pet of the young ladies of San Francisco.
For Chawles, of the Make-You-Sick Piano Company, an arrangement
H . W . P A T R I C K . "Swing Low." Schottische. 35 cts. Least said about of popular airs—then watch him put them on.
For Cornish & Co., of Washington, N. J., a new religious sect to which
it soonest mended. The mischief is of no account, as the piece is fortunately
they can sell organs.
very short.
For Coward Lockwood's Fly Sheet and [for the Art Jabberer, a few paid
ANNIE FORTESCUE HARRISON. '• In the Gloaming." Ballad. 35 cts. This for advertisements.
ballad will give enjoyment to those who like simple songs for their own
For The Loring & Blake Organ Company, of Worcester, Mass., a balance
amusement. It is evidently not intended for public performance, and com- sheet for 1880, from which a big dividend may be declared at their annual
posed without very exalted pretensions.
meeting this month.
For Joseph P. Hale, a set of strictly temperate piano-makers who never
OLIVER DITSON & CO., Boston, Mass.
strike.
" A Book of Rhymes and Tunes." Compiled and arranged by Margaret
Pearmain Osgood, translations by Louisa T. Craigin.
BOSTON TRADE.—" An unusual feature has been the great trade in piano-
fortes, of which the supply, for the first time in a great many years, has been
The collection is an excellent one and comprises several hundred songs, inadequate.
Dealers whose sales have averaged twenty instruments per
chiefly those of the best German composers. We found some charming week, have been
as many each day, and the principal warerooms
German, French, and English lullabies and carols in the book. The trans- are almost without selling
any instruments. Workmen are being employed at night
lation is remarkably well done.
finishing pianos for the market. "—Bradslreefs.
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" Gems of English Song." A valuable collection of choice songs, duets
FRANCIS BACON.—Mr. Francis Bacon reports larger sales of his pianos in
and quartettes, with piano accompaniment. All English composers of
renown are represented, although foreign writers are not entirely excluded. December than in any month during his business experience, and says that
people are beginning to appreciate the merits of his patent tuning pin, by
BENSON & CO., Nashville, Tenn.
which, as he claims, pianos remain in tune longer than by any other
MRS. E. L. ASHFORD. "Southern Breezes." Polka Brillante, 40 cts. metuod.
We met with these " Southern Breezes" before, but, strange to say, in a
WING & SON.—Messrs. Wing & Son are preparing a new invention in con-
Northern latitude. The composition represents a polka, it is true, but we nection with reed organs which promises to be useful, and which we shall
fail to see the brilliancy.
describe when the proper time arrives.