The Edison phonograph monthly (Jan-Dec 1912)

Edison Phonograph Monthly, March, 1912 17 1000 Good Night, Mr. Moon Campbell and Gillette These two popular tenors made such a huge success with " 'Lizabeth Ann" that we hastened to produce another song by them. "Good Night, Mr. Moon," is perhaps the most popular "moon song" of the day and is being featured by the four "Madame Sherry" companies now en tour. The catchy swing of the music is excellently brought out by the accompanying orchestra. Music by Albert Von Tilzer; words by Eli Dawson; publishers, The York Music Co., New York City. 1001 That Hypnotizing Man Premier Quartet It ought to have been "That Hypnotizing Song," for if this one won't hold you in a spell of delighted enjoyment, nothing will. The music is catchy, the words are funny, the singers were "seeing spooks" every minute they were performing, and the orchestra had chills running up and down their backs. What more could you ask? Music by Albert Von Tilzer; words by Lew Brown. Published by the York Music Co., New York City. 1002 Alexander's Ragtime Band Medley Fred Van Epps Edison owners cannot seem to get enough of "Alexander's Ragtime Band," but we hope that this "cracker-jack" banjo medley will help to satisfy the demand. If the banjo is adapted to any one thing, it is ragtime and the Berlin-Snyder "rags" are invincible. "The Ragtime Violin" and "Grizzly Bear" also appear in this whirlwind medley. Orchestra accompaniment. Published by the Ted Snyder Co., New York City. 1003 Cujus Animam — Stabat Mater Charles W. Harrison This is another selection from Rossini's Stabat Mater from which we offered "Inflammatus" (Amberol No. 925) for our March list. Mr. Harrison's clear, strong tenor is displayed to excellent advantage in this exquisite, though difficult, aria which he sings in Latin, with an orchestra accompaniment. To lovers of music of a classical and sacred nature this Record will be an exceptional treat. 1004 Rockin' in de Win' Bessie Volckmann W. H. Neidlinger is an American composer who has become well known as a writer of Southern dialect songs. This charming little lullaby, which has attained perhaps the greatest popularity of any of Neidlinger's writings, receives excellent treatment by this young Edison contralto. Orchestra accompaniment. William Maxwell Music Co., of New York City, are the publishers. 1005 Are You Going to Dance? — "The Count of Luxembourg" Elizabeth Spencer and Irving Gillette The great waltz song from "The Count of Luxembourg," by Franz Lehar, composer of "The Merry Widow." This latest creation by the already popular composer has made a sensation on the Continent and in London, where it has been running since May 20th, 1911. The song occurs in Act 2nd, when Angele and Rene waltz up the great staircase in the reception hall of the Grand Duke Ratzinov. Orchestra accompaniment. Words by Basil Hood. Chappell & Co., of New York City, are the publishers. 1006 Old Folks at Home, with Variations Andre Benoist A remarkably clever piano solo by Andre Benoist, who needs no introduction to Edison owners. This very capable artist has taken the original "Way Down Upon the Suwanee River," as composed by Stephen Foster and varied by F. W. Meacham, to which he has added variations and embellishments of his own. It is one of the best piano solos listed for a long time. 1007 One Fine Day — "Madame Butterfly" (Sung in English) Agnes Kimball "Madame Butterfly" is one of Giacoma Puccini's greatest compositions and1 the crowds who have filled the Metropolitan Opera House upon every occasion when it has been produced, prove conclusively that it is a great favorite in America. This aria, one of the gems of the opera, is sung in Act 2nd, when the deserted wife expresses her undying faith in her husband's return. Agnes Kimball handles the difficult soprano solo superbly, making a beautiful Record. Orchestra accompaniment. 1008 Let Joyous Peace Reign Everywhere Anthony and Harrison Our sacred offering for this month is a beautiful duet based upon the melody of Alfred Robyn's best known song, "Answer." It has a grace and depth of expression which will make a strong appeal to all lovers of sacred music. Orchestra accompaniment. Words by Edwin Summers. Published by Leo Feist, of New York City. 1009 The Count of Luxembourg — Waltzes American Standard Orchestra These waltzes may be said to be the cream of the latest of Franz Lehar's wonderful successes, already referred to in this list. This Record explains perfectly the reason for Lehar's world-wide popularity, for his Luxembourg Waltzes are on a par with the Merry Widow Waltz — a broad statement. The main themes of this arrangement are "Say Not Love is a Dream" and "Are You Going to Dance?" (the famous Staircase Dance). Published by Chappell & Company, of New York City. {Always specify on your orders whether you want Amberol or Standard Records.)