The Edison phonograph monthly (Jan-Dec 1910)

Edison Phonograph Monthly, Sept., 1910 17 545 Dear Little Shamrock Marie Narelle Soprano solo. Another of Miss Narelle's songs of the people. The history and significance of the shamrock, as outlined in this tuneful old song, are known to every son and daughter of Erin's Isle, who will appreciate Miss Narelle's rendition of the number. Her brogue is as delicate and natural as her voice is fresh and lovely and her style expressive. Orchestra accompaniment. Composer, Cherry. 546 Comic Epitaphs Golden and Hughes A vaudeville sketch that will "go big." Two "coons" on their way home from a possum hunt stop in a grave-yard to read the epitaphs, in defiance of the "hobamagoblins." That's •where the fun starts, and it's unroarious and continuous all the way through, for every epitaph is just a little bit funnier than its predecessor. The Record closes with a typical Golden and Hughes song. This Record is a "scream." 547 Fantasy from "The Fortune Teller" Victor Herbert and His Orchestra Thousands of Herbert's devoted chain of admirers insist that "The Fortune Teller" is the most tuneful of his many successful comic operas. However that may be, it is certain that it contains some scintillating gems of melody, the best of which are comprised in this Record, viz: Opening Second Act; "Always Do as People Say You Should"; March Finale; "Gipsy Love Song," and "Hungarian Czardas." It is played in their usual brilliant fashion by the renowned composer-conductor and his corps of talented artists. Publishers, M. Witmark & Sons, New York City. *548 Any Little Girl, That's a Nice Little Girl, Is the Right Little Girl for Me Ada Jones and Chorus Serio-comic. This melodious bit of nonsense was easily the "hit" of the summer season, and is still the most popular song of the day. It is being sung and whistled everywhere, while its irresistible rhythm is bringing it immense popularity as a dance number. The capable male chorus which assists Miss Jones serves to emphasize the rhythmic swing and energetic "go" of the song and greatly adds to the attractiveness of the Record. Because of the popularity of the song the selling date of this Record was advanced to the early part of September. Orchestra accompaniment. Words, Thomas H. Gray; music, Fred Fischer; publisher, Shapiro, New York City. 549 O Morning Land Stanley and Gillette Sacred duet by baritone and tenor. A brilliant Record of a well-known hymn which will appeal with equal force to collectors of the devotional type of Records and to those whose fancy runs to duet numbers, for both harmonization and rendition are notably fine. Orchestra accompaniment. Words, Eben E. Rexf ord ; music, Edwards H. Phelps. 550 Lucy Anna Lou Collins and Harlan Coon duet. This Record was also placed on advance sale because of the tremendous popularity of the song. Its engaging two-step rhythm made it the big "hit" of "The Follies of 1910," and it is just now at the height of its popularity. Collins and Harlan have made a most entertaining Record of it, with a comedy feature as usual. This is a Record that will never tire, for in style and tunefulness it is something different from the ordinary "coon" song. Orchestra accompaniment. Words, Edward Madden; music, Gus Edwards; publisher, Gus Edwards, New York City. 551 When the Autumn Turns the Forest Leaves to Gold Manuel Romain A sentimental number whose captivating melodic charm is steadily winning it popularity. It is a song of the reminiscent type in which a fond lover in wistful phrase draws a vivid word-picture of his distant sweetheart, who has promised to wed him "when the autumn turns the forest leaves to gold." The sweet-voiced minstrel tenor, who can be heard only on Edison Records, gives a thoroughly sympathetic rendition of the number. Orchestra accompaniment. Words and music, N. Weldon Cocrof t ; publishers, C. C. Cocroft Music Co., Thomasville, Ga. 552 A Cowboy Romance Len Spencer and Company A descriptive Record reproducing with the aid of clever effects an episode of the prairie, — an exciting race in the moonlight between cow-punchers for teh hand of an Idaho maid. Leading up to the thrilling climax, which is made wonderfully realistic by the clatter of hoofs, the whinnying of horses and the "yipping" of the cowboys, there is a bit of comedy, some male quartet work and a serenade song (tenor) with banjo accompaniment. A novel and diverting Record which will be a good seller. Author, Len Spencer. 553 Buck Dance Medley John Kimmble Accordion solo with piano accompaniment. Here's a Record that will quicken your pulse and start your feet "a shufflin' an' a tappin' " with its infectious, lively "rag" rhythm. The easy, artistic manner in which Mr. Kimmble plays this difficult number pronounces him an artist with few, if indeed any, equals in his line. Composer, John Kimmble. * This selection will be illustrated on the cover of the November Phonogram. {Always specify on your orders whether you want Amberol or Standard Records.)