Author: Arthur W. J. G. Ord-Hume

Publisher: Atglen, PA : Schiffer Pub.

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 512

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All you need to know about pianos that play automaticallyplayer-pianos, barrel pianos, mechanical pianos, and reproducing pianos. Their invention and development, plus how they work as well as the right way to look after one and play it well. Includes lists of makers, brand names, music-roll, and a guide to prices. Additional chapters devoted to the maintenance and operation of the roll-playing Aeolian Orchestrelle reed-organ.