Music Trade Review
Issue: 1927 Vol. 84 N. 13 - Page 36
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The Music Trade Review
36
Sovereign and La Scala Stringed Instruments
Trade Marks Known All Over the World
Over 150 Styles—Ukuleles, Banjo Ukes, Banjos, Tenor Banjos, Guitar Banjos,
Banjo Mandolins, Banjo Tiples, Tiples, Tenor Guitars, Mandolin Guitars. THE
BEST FOR THE PRICE.
"Only When Goods Are Well Bought Can They Be Well Sold."
We are pioneers in this industry and exclusive manufacturers of musical stringed
instruments since 1879, selling direct to the retail stores. Why not let us take care
of your requirements in our line, resulting in larger profits for yourself? Samples
will speak louder than words. Send for catalog.
OSCAR SCHMIDT, Inc.
87-101 Ferry Street
EST. 1879
Jersey City, N. J.
M. Hohner, Inc., Issues Instruction
Book on "How to Play the Chromonica
(Continued from page 35)
the seventh hole are a continuation of the scale with its four drawings showing graphically the
into the next octave. The notes in holes Nos. four blow and draw positions of the scale.
1, 2 and 3 provide a harmonious chord accom-
Next comes a description of the "Chro-
paniment to the solo notes in hole No. 4, and monica" as the Hohner chromatic harmonica is
by moving the tongue to and from the instru- called.
ment rapidly, the bass or chord effects may be
The "Chromonica" is the last word in Har-
obtained.
monica construction. This most remarkable in-
Perfecting Technique—Now practice playing strument Fas been received in the musical world
the scale without the use of the fingers, holding as a new orchestral instrument.
the Harmonica in the left hand, see Figure 5,
It supplies all the missing half tonef not
until you are able to render it perfectly. Re- found in the regular style Harmonica. Any
peat the same with increasing rapidity, and this selection of music can be played perfectly on
accomplished, you will have virtually learned to it. By the easy manipulation of a lever, sharps
play the Harmonica, for it will then be com- and flats are secured. This important feature
paratively easy to play any song by ear or from places the "Chromonica" on a par with the lead-
the music.
ing musical instruments. It is simple in its con-
The booklet next shows the famous Hohner struction and operation. No knowledge of
chart entitled "It's Easy to Play a Hohner music or notes is required to perform on it.
Harmonica," familiar to dealers the world over, The Chromonica is fitted with heavy nickel-
plated covers, brass plates, forty perfectly
tuned reeds, and is equipped with a wind-sav-
ing device which provides greater volume of
tone. A handsome wooden case with silk and
plush lining accompanies the instrument.
The "Chromonica" really consists of two
Harmonicas tuned a half tone apart and ar-
ranged one above the other. In the "Chro-
monica" tuned in the key of "C," the two scales
are "C" and "C sharp."
Through the use of a lever, only one scale is
exposed to the breath at a time. Therefore,
when the lever is in its original position, the
key of "C" is exposed to the breath, and upon
shifting (pressing) the lever, the scale of "C
Sharp" is automatically introduced. Conse-
quently, since a sharp to one note is a flat
to the succeeding note, we have the successive
half tones which constitute the chromatic scale.
When the lever is not used, the "Chromonica"
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New Brunswick, N. J.
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Mandolins. Ukult'lo. Tinlei
O ' NAZARETH, PA
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provides only the diatonic scale and differs in
no way from the regular Harmonica. Only
when a half tone is desired is the lever used.
The lever on the "Chromonica" is most con-
veniently operated with the index finger of the
right hand.
The "Chromonica," having almost three full
chromatic octaves, permits the playing of musi-
cal selections in any key.
Next follows a series of exercises and scales
tor the chromatic harmonica and a series of
selections including "The Star Spangled Ban-
ner," "O Sole Mio," "My Heart at Thy Sweet
Voice," and "Abide With Me." The booklet
closes with the following endorsements of the
Hohner Harmonica:
Lieutenant-Commander John Philip Sousa
says:—"I am a great advocate of the Harmonica
and especially endorse the Harmonica Bands
which are winning sweeping popularity in the
East. Mastery of the Harmonica lays the foun-
dation for a musical career. Training of the
musical ear is one of the important things in
any musician's life. The Harmonica gives that
ear training in its simpler form and develops
into harmony later. I think Harmonica contests
are a fine thing and I wish them all the success
in the world."
Captain William H. Santelmann, Leader
United States Marine Band, says:—"The Har-
monica may be regarded as a musical instru-
ment capable of producing genuine and enjoy-
able music—and music of the most difficult
kind. I believe it is an instrument which should
be widely introduced in the schools for orches-
tras and other uses, thereby giving the students
an idea of the fundamentals of music and in-
culcating a taste for music which can scarcely
he had so readily through the use of any other
instrument."
Peter W. Dykema, Professor of Music Edu-
cation at Columbia University, New York City,
says:—"Inspiring everyone to play a musical in-
strument means laying the foundation for much
happiness and contentment.
"No instrument is better adapted to universal
use than the Harmonica. May the time soon
come when every man, woman and child will
feel it is an important part of their equipment."
Abraham Lincoln on one of his journeys for
a debate with Stephen A. Douglas took from his
pocket a small Harmonica and played upon it.
When asked by someone about his playing on
the instrument, he said: "This is my band.
Douglas had a brass band with him in Peoria,
but this will do for me."
Paul Moennig Abroad
CHICAGO, III,, March 21.—Paul Moennig, presi-
dent of Tonk Bros. Co., well-known jobber of
musical merchandise, 623 South Wabash ave-
nue, left Sunday for the East and will sail
Monday on the "Columbus" on a six weeks'
trip to Europe.
The Music Trade Review
36
Sovereign and La Scala Stringed Instruments
Trade Marks Known All Over the World
Over 150 Styles—Ukuleles, Banjo Ukes, Banjos, Tenor Banjos, Guitar Banjos,
Banjo Mandolins, Banjo Tiples, Tiples, Tenor Guitars, Mandolin Guitars. THE
BEST FOR THE PRICE.
"Only When Goods Are Well Bought Can They Be Well Sold."
We are pioneers in this industry and exclusive manufacturers of musical stringed
instruments since 1879, selling direct to the retail stores. Why not let us take care
of your requirements in our line, resulting in larger profits for yourself? Samples
will speak louder than words. Send for catalog.
OSCAR SCHMIDT, Inc.
87-101 Ferry Street
EST. 1879
Jersey City, N. J.
M. Hohner, Inc., Issues Instruction
Book on "How to Play the Chromonica
(Continued from page 35)
the seventh hole are a continuation of the scale with its four drawings showing graphically the
into the next octave. The notes in holes Nos. four blow and draw positions of the scale.
1, 2 and 3 provide a harmonious chord accom-
Next comes a description of the "Chro-
paniment to the solo notes in hole No. 4, and monica" as the Hohner chromatic harmonica is
by moving the tongue to and from the instru- called.
ment rapidly, the bass or chord effects may be
The "Chromonica" is the last word in Har-
obtained.
monica construction. This most remarkable in-
Perfecting Technique—Now practice playing strument Fas been received in the musical world
the scale without the use of the fingers, holding as a new orchestral instrument.
the Harmonica in the left hand, see Figure 5,
It supplies all the missing half tonef not
until you are able to render it perfectly. Re- found in the regular style Harmonica. Any
peat the same with increasing rapidity, and this selection of music can be played perfectly on
accomplished, you will have virtually learned to it. By the easy manipulation of a lever, sharps
play the Harmonica, for it will then be com- and flats are secured. This important feature
paratively easy to play any song by ear or from places the "Chromonica" on a par with the lead-
the music.
ing musical instruments. It is simple in its con-
The booklet next shows the famous Hohner struction and operation. No knowledge of
chart entitled "It's Easy to Play a Hohner music or notes is required to perform on it.
Harmonica," familiar to dealers the world over, The Chromonica is fitted with heavy nickel-
plated covers, brass plates, forty perfectly
tuned reeds, and is equipped with a wind-sav-
ing device which provides greater volume of
tone. A handsome wooden case with silk and
plush lining accompanies the instrument.
The "Chromonica" really consists of two
Harmonicas tuned a half tone apart and ar-
ranged one above the other. In the "Chro-
monica" tuned in the key of "C," the two scales
are "C" and "C sharp."
Through the use of a lever, only one scale is
exposed to the breath at a time. Therefore,
when the lever is in its original position, the
key of "C" is exposed to the breath, and upon
shifting (pressing) the lever, the scale of "C
Sharp" is automatically introduced. Conse-
quently, since a sharp to one note is a flat
to the succeeding note, we have the successive
half tones which constitute the chromatic scale.
When the lever is not used, the "Chromonica"
Black Diamond
Strings
THE WORLD'S BEST
National Musical String Co.
New Brunswick, N. J.
G ' NAZARETH, PA
/•:si.ii.iis/n-u
O
/tsjij
Cfnuinr MARTIN (iuilitrs.
Mandolins. Ukult'lo. Tinlei
O ' NAZARETH, PA
MARCH 26, 1927
provides only the diatonic scale and differs in
no way from the regular Harmonica. Only
when a half tone is desired is the lever used.
The lever on the "Chromonica" is most con-
veniently operated with the index finger of the
right hand.
The "Chromonica," having almost three full
chromatic octaves, permits the playing of musi-
cal selections in any key.
Next follows a series of exercises and scales
tor the chromatic harmonica and a series of
selections including "The Star Spangled Ban-
ner," "O Sole Mio," "My Heart at Thy Sweet
Voice," and "Abide With Me." The booklet
closes with the following endorsements of the
Hohner Harmonica:
Lieutenant-Commander John Philip Sousa
says:—"I am a great advocate of the Harmonica
and especially endorse the Harmonica Bands
which are winning sweeping popularity in the
East. Mastery of the Harmonica lays the foun-
dation for a musical career. Training of the
musical ear is one of the important things in
any musician's life. The Harmonica gives that
ear training in its simpler form and develops
into harmony later. I think Harmonica contests
are a fine thing and I wish them all the success
in the world."
Captain William H. Santelmann, Leader
United States Marine Band, says:—"The Har-
monica may be regarded as a musical instru-
ment capable of producing genuine and enjoy-
able music—and music of the most difficult
kind. I believe it is an instrument which should
be widely introduced in the schools for orches-
tras and other uses, thereby giving the students
an idea of the fundamentals of music and in-
culcating a taste for music which can scarcely
he had so readily through the use of any other
instrument."
Peter W. Dykema, Professor of Music Edu-
cation at Columbia University, New York City,
says:—"Inspiring everyone to play a musical in-
strument means laying the foundation for much
happiness and contentment.
"No instrument is better adapted to universal
use than the Harmonica. May the time soon
come when every man, woman and child will
feel it is an important part of their equipment."
Abraham Lincoln on one of his journeys for
a debate with Stephen A. Douglas took from his
pocket a small Harmonica and played upon it.
When asked by someone about his playing on
the instrument, he said: "This is my band.
Douglas had a brass band with him in Peoria,
but this will do for me."
Paul Moennig Abroad
CHICAGO, III,, March 21.—Paul Moennig, presi-
dent of Tonk Bros. Co., well-known jobber of
musical merchandise, 623 South Wabash ave-
nue, left Sunday for the East and will sail
Monday on the "Columbus" on a six weeks'
trip to Europe.
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