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June 4, 1927.
PRESTO-TIMES
izations in the music trade. The marks of efficiency
in the association are generally credited to the man
whose genius for organization is plainly evident in the
Association of Men Who Make America's Band and great manufacturing plant in Elkhart of which he is Band Contest Scheduled as Main Feature of Meeting
the guiding spirit.
This Week in Milwaukee.
Orchestra Requirements to Meet at Hotel Stevens.
Progress Is Continuous.
Three thousand young musicians representing fifty
When the Band Instrument Manufacturers' Asso-
A great number of progressive measures have been high and vocational schools throughout Wisconsin
ciation is called to order by President Carl D. Green-
carried
out by the Band Instrument Manufacturers' are entered in the state school band contest which
leaf, head of C. G. Conn, Ltd., Elkhart, Ind., on the
was held at the Milwaukee Auditorium May 27 and
morning of June 6 in the Hotel Stevens, Chicago, it Association and the amazing spread of the band 28 under the auspices of the Wisconsin School Band
movement
to
every
corner
of
the
couii'try
is
the
result
is expected that the attendance of members will be
Association, which held its convention there on the
close to the desirable 100 per cent figure. The major- of one of these activities. But the association was same date.
not
interested
in
band
promotion
alone.
It
early
in
ity of the members are located in the Middle West
The band contest was intended 'to stimulate greater
its existence launched a comprehensive program for
the reform of abuses, many of which have been interest in music in the schools of the state and to
eradicated and others minimized in their influences raise the standards of performance. The value of
music in the curriculum is becoming increasingly
on the trade and industry.
apparent and the band and orchestra contests offer
the schools a splendid opportunity to see how they
measure up in comparison with other schools. Most
of the visitors were guests in the homes of Mil-
waukee's young bandsmen, of whom there are 1,500.
Competitive concerts were presented Friday and
Atlanta, Ga., Man Proud of Fact That Famous
Saturday all day, and a program by selected band«
Artists Use His Products.
took place Saturday night. Officers of the Wis-
Mays Badgett is an Atlanta, Ga., violin maker consin School Band Association are: President, H.
whose products are appreciated by many artists of
G. Bonar, Richland Center; vice president, J. B.
international fame. Once a year he has a big party Layde, W T est DePere; secretary and treasurer, O. H.
attended by members of the Metropolitan Opera Co. Gilbert, Milwaukee.
Once Badgett gave a bear supper to 600 guests, in-
cluding the opera stars, Sousa's band and southern
E. J. Tootman and Henry J. McKinley have opened
artists.
a new music store in the Alalloy Building, Weston,
Proudly displayed by the violin-maker is a letter W. Va., and carry pianos and musical merchandise.
from Eugene Ysaye, praising his instruments. David
Love, New York conductor; Fritz Schaeffer and
Henri Georgia, of the Metropolitan orchestra, and
Rickard Schleiwen, of the Cincinnati Conservatory of
Music, are among those who use his violins.
One of Badgett's latest violins was made from a
bedstead of curly maple more than 200 years old.
Badgett's wife is an expert stringmaker.
Just Like a Butterfly.
BAND INSTRUMENT MFRS.
WISCONSIN BANDS MEET
MAYS BADGETT, VIOLIN MAKER
REMICK SONG HITS
C. D. GRBENLEAF
SUGGESTS MUSIC COURSE.
A statement on music appreciation by the Bureau
of Education of the Department of the Interior
recommends a "music reading course," and defines
the three factors in the enjoyment of music. A list
of books providing inspiration as well as instruction
is printed in the statement. The first factor is the
physical perception of tone; the second appreciation
of technical skill in the player or singer and the third
the emotional reaction. "Many teachers of music are
inclined to neglect the third factor," says the state-
ment.
and with many the attendance at conventions is a
good habit. But the fortune that is favoring the band
instrument trade has evoked a natural enthusiasm in
•the men of the manufacturing industry and interest
in their association is a result.
The Officers.
The following are the officers of the Band Instru-
ment Manufacturers' Association elected at the con-
vention of 1926: President, Carl D. Greenleaf; vice-
president, Karl B. Shinkman; secretary and treasurer,
COMPOSER DIES.
A. L. Smith.
Mrs. Edith Goodland Bartlett, song writer and com-
The board of directors are as follows: The presi-
poser, died recently at the home of her daughter
dent and vice-president, and O. P. Bassett, Harry
Bettony, Frank Holton, Carl Nelson and H. N. Whit. in Winnetka, 111. Mrs. Bartlett, who formerly lived
in Milwaukee, composed the "Boy Scouts' March"
Under the presidency of Mr. Greenleaf this asso-
and many songs, including "My Western Girl," which
ciation has become one of the most practical organ-
won first prize in a contest sponsored by the Majestic
Theater, in Milwaukee.
The Whisper Song.
Four Leaf Clover.
Moonbeam, Kiss Her for Me.
Hello, Cutie.
I'll Take Care of Your Cares.
All I Want Is You.
I Need Lovin'.
Blame It on the Waltz.
Hello, Blue Bird.
I've Gotta Get Myself Somebody to Love.
I'm Back in Love Again.
The Night of Love.
Cabarabia.
When Will We Meet Again.
J. H. REMICK & CO.
New York
Chicago
Detroit
Boston's Latest Song 'Hit'
"CAROLINA"
(I'm Coining Back ToYou)
Featured hy Jack Smith, Victor Artist, Paul Spcrht,
^nrl 100 other leading stars.
Dealers and sellers of musir—are you getting your
«hare of the rlemand created 'right now' for this, the
bigTKest -selling song published in years?
It has the
'PEP.' The first ft and 10 cent store sold 500 copies in
a week. You can do likewise.
(Title page superb.)
Special terms to dealers and stores who will make
Show Window and Counter Displays.
Sample Copy Free—Write I s at ONCE.
J. S. Unger Music House, Pub., Reading, Penn.
- 9est />
Music Printers (
WestbfNewYorkV
ANY PUBLISHER
\^
OUR REFERENCE - -^-
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o.n Anything in Music
^
- WORK DONE BY
ALL- PROCESSES
2054-2060 W.Lake SUChicagoJll.
FOR TRUE ECONOMY BUY
PERFECTION
Benches and Cabinets
The line that sells on sight and satisfies always
STYLE 25
Send for catalog and price list
PERFECTION PIANO BENCH MFG. COMPANY
1514-1520 Blue Island Ave.
Chicago, 111.
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June 4, 1927.
PRESTO-TIMES
izations in the music trade. The marks of efficiency
in the association are generally credited to the man
whose genius for organization is plainly evident in the
Association of Men Who Make America's Band and great manufacturing plant in Elkhart of which he is Band Contest Scheduled as Main Feature of Meeting
the guiding spirit.
This Week in Milwaukee.
Orchestra Requirements to Meet at Hotel Stevens.
Progress Is Continuous.
Three thousand young musicians representing fifty
When the Band Instrument Manufacturers' Asso-
A great number of progressive measures have been high and vocational schools throughout Wisconsin
ciation is called to order by President Carl D. Green-
carried
out by the Band Instrument Manufacturers' are entered in the state school band contest which
leaf, head of C. G. Conn, Ltd., Elkhart, Ind., on the
was held at the Milwaukee Auditorium May 27 and
morning of June 6 in the Hotel Stevens, Chicago, it Association and the amazing spread of the band 28 under the auspices of the Wisconsin School Band
movement
to
every
corner
of
the
couii'try
is
the
result
is expected that the attendance of members will be
Association, which held its convention there on the
close to the desirable 100 per cent figure. The major- of one of these activities. But the association was same date.
not
interested
in
band
promotion
alone.
It
early
in
ity of the members are located in the Middle West
The band contest was intended 'to stimulate greater
its existence launched a comprehensive program for
the reform of abuses, many of which have been interest in music in the schools of the state and to
eradicated and others minimized in their influences raise the standards of performance. The value of
music in the curriculum is becoming increasingly
on the trade and industry.
apparent and the band and orchestra contests offer
the schools a splendid opportunity to see how they
measure up in comparison with other schools. Most
of the visitors were guests in the homes of Mil-
waukee's young bandsmen, of whom there are 1,500.
Competitive concerts were presented Friday and
Atlanta, Ga., Man Proud of Fact That Famous
Saturday all day, and a program by selected band«
Artists Use His Products.
took place Saturday night. Officers of the Wis-
Mays Badgett is an Atlanta, Ga., violin maker consin School Band Association are: President, H.
whose products are appreciated by many artists of
G. Bonar, Richland Center; vice president, J. B.
international fame. Once a year he has a big party Layde, W T est DePere; secretary and treasurer, O. H.
attended by members of the Metropolitan Opera Co. Gilbert, Milwaukee.
Once Badgett gave a bear supper to 600 guests, in-
cluding the opera stars, Sousa's band and southern
E. J. Tootman and Henry J. McKinley have opened
artists.
a new music store in the Alalloy Building, Weston,
Proudly displayed by the violin-maker is a letter W. Va., and carry pianos and musical merchandise.
from Eugene Ysaye, praising his instruments. David
Love, New York conductor; Fritz Schaeffer and
Henri Georgia, of the Metropolitan orchestra, and
Rickard Schleiwen, of the Cincinnati Conservatory of
Music, are among those who use his violins.
One of Badgett's latest violins was made from a
bedstead of curly maple more than 200 years old.
Badgett's wife is an expert stringmaker.
Just Like a Butterfly.
BAND INSTRUMENT MFRS.
WISCONSIN BANDS MEET
MAYS BADGETT, VIOLIN MAKER
REMICK SONG HITS
C. D. GRBENLEAF
SUGGESTS MUSIC COURSE.
A statement on music appreciation by the Bureau
of Education of the Department of the Interior
recommends a "music reading course," and defines
the three factors in the enjoyment of music. A list
of books providing inspiration as well as instruction
is printed in the statement. The first factor is the
physical perception of tone; the second appreciation
of technical skill in the player or singer and the third
the emotional reaction. "Many teachers of music are
inclined to neglect the third factor," says the state-
ment.
and with many the attendance at conventions is a
good habit. But the fortune that is favoring the band
instrument trade has evoked a natural enthusiasm in
•the men of the manufacturing industry and interest
in their association is a result.
The Officers.
The following are the officers of the Band Instru-
ment Manufacturers' Association elected at the con-
vention of 1926: President, Carl D. Greenleaf; vice-
president, Karl B. Shinkman; secretary and treasurer,
COMPOSER DIES.
A. L. Smith.
Mrs. Edith Goodland Bartlett, song writer and com-
The board of directors are as follows: The presi-
poser, died recently at the home of her daughter
dent and vice-president, and O. P. Bassett, Harry
Bettony, Frank Holton, Carl Nelson and H. N. Whit. in Winnetka, 111. Mrs. Bartlett, who formerly lived
in Milwaukee, composed the "Boy Scouts' March"
Under the presidency of Mr. Greenleaf this asso-
and many songs, including "My Western Girl," which
ciation has become one of the most practical organ-
won first prize in a contest sponsored by the Majestic
Theater, in Milwaukee.
The Whisper Song.
Four Leaf Clover.
Moonbeam, Kiss Her for Me.
Hello, Cutie.
I'll Take Care of Your Cares.
All I Want Is You.
I Need Lovin'.
Blame It on the Waltz.
Hello, Blue Bird.
I've Gotta Get Myself Somebody to Love.
I'm Back in Love Again.
The Night of Love.
Cabarabia.
When Will We Meet Again.
J. H. REMICK & CO.
New York
Chicago
Detroit
Boston's Latest Song 'Hit'
"CAROLINA"
(I'm Coining Back ToYou)
Featured hy Jack Smith, Victor Artist, Paul Spcrht,
^nrl 100 other leading stars.
Dealers and sellers of musir—are you getting your
«hare of the rlemand created 'right now' for this, the
bigTKest -selling song published in years?
It has the
'PEP.' The first ft and 10 cent store sold 500 copies in
a week. You can do likewise.
(Title page superb.)
Special terms to dealers and stores who will make
Show Window and Counter Displays.
Sample Copy Free—Write I s at ONCE.
J. S. Unger Music House, Pub., Reading, Penn.
- 9est />
Music Printers (
WestbfNewYorkV
ANY PUBLISHER
\^
OUR REFERENCE - -^-
BAYNER DALHEIM &Ca
Gladly Furnished
o.n Anything in Music
^
- WORK DONE BY
ALL- PROCESSES
2054-2060 W.Lake SUChicagoJll.
FOR TRUE ECONOMY BUY
PERFECTION
Benches and Cabinets
The line that sells on sight and satisfies always
STYLE 25
Send for catalog and price list
PERFECTION PIANO BENCH MFG. COMPANY
1514-1520 Blue Island Ave.
Chicago, 111.
Enhanced content © 2008-2009 and presented by MBSI - The Musical Box Society International (www.mbsi.org) and the International Arcade Museum (www.arcade-museum.com).
All Rights Reserved. Digitized from the archives of the MBSI with support from NAMM - The International Music Products Association (www.namm.org).
Additional enhancement, optimization, and distribution by the International Arcade Museum. An extensive collection of Presto can be found online at http://www.arcade-museum.com/library/
Future scanning projects are planned by the International Arcade Museum Library (IAML).