The Edison phonograph monthly (Jan-Dec 1909)

Edison Phonograph Monthly, July, 1909 21 202 The Lost Chord Reed Miller Here is an old favorite given complete. Not a single note is omitted. Until the introduction of the Amberol Record, this was not possible. The words of "The Lost Chord" were written by Adelaide A. Procter some years before they were set to music by Sir Arthur Sullivan. The latter made several attempts to write suitable music, but did not succeed until one night while watching at the bedside of an invalid brother. He completed the composition during the night and it has come to be one of the standard compositions in the musical world. Full justice is done the selection by Mr. Miller's fine tenor voice. 203 Hungarian Dances — G Minor and A Major Albert Spalding Johannes Brahms, the composer of these dances, was born in Hamburg, May 7th, 1853, an^ died in Vienna, April 3, 189.7. Brahm's Hungarian dances are too well known to need comment. The G Minor and A Major are great favorites, and the famous Joachim arrangements, while adding to their technical difficulties, emphasize the brilliancy of these stirring and richly colored folks dances. This is Mr. Spalding's second violin Record, his first appearing on the August Amberol list (Record No. 177). 204 If the Wind Had Only Blown the Other Way Grace Cameron A comic song in which a young matron attributes her early entrance into matrimony, with its consequent cares, to the accidental disclosure, by a gust of wind, of her silken hose, which proved an irresistible attraction to "dashing, mashing Alexander King." The same element embarrassed her on another occasion by relieving her of her "rats and curls" and "enough of her shape to start a bargain store." Miss Cameron is artistic as usual in her rendition and an excellent Record is the result. Orchestra accompaniment. Music, Edna Williams; words, Edna Williams and Bessie Wynn; publishers, Jos. W. Stern & Co., New York. 205 Herman and Minnie at Dreamland Ada Jones and Len Spencer Herman and Minnie go down to Coney Island for a day's fun and the Record tells, with numerous sidelights, what a good time they had. Many of the best known features of this resort are brought out and Miss Jones as Minnie sings a song befitting the occasion. The sketch is original with Mr. Spencer. 206 Second Hungarian Rhapsody — Part 2 Edison Concert Band Of the many classic and romantic compositions written by Franz Liszt, the fifteen Hungarian Rhapsodies are undoubtedly the most popular. The one known as the Second Hungarian Rhapsody is a universal favorite. In this Record we get the second half of this celebrated composition. It is a spirited and brilliant movement characteristic of the life and abandon of the Hungarian national dance. The first half of this number will probably be recorded in the near future. 207 Lily of the Prairie Pete Murray and Chorus An Indian song of the same style and by the same composer as "Red Wing" (our Record No. 9622). Unlike poor "Red Wing," however, the Indian maid in this song finally weds her brave and is installed in a cozy wigwam. The story of his wooing is set to a very catchy air. This is Mr. Murray's first Record for the Edison Phonograph and we are glad to offer him our very earnest congratulations on the impression that it creates. It looks to us like an instantaneous "hit." Orchestra accompaniment. Words and music, Kerrv Mills; publishers, F. A. Mills, New York. 208 I Will Sing of My Redeemer Edison Mixed Quartette The trained voices of the quartette, blending in perfect harmony, lend to the words of this sacred old hymn a new dignity and reverence, while the receding strains of the organ, after the amen is intoned, seem to leave the odor of the sanctuary in our midst. Music, James McGranahan; words, P. P. Bliss. 209 The Debutante Waltz United States Marine Band Another well-written composition by William H. Santelmann, which again displays his cleverness as a writer in addition to his ability to conduct Washington's famous band. 210 Sweet Genevieve James F. Harrison and Chorus The muse that inspired the sentimental balladists of bygone days must have withdrawn himself beyond reach of the voices of his successors of our time, else why the paucity of love songs of the "Sweet Genevieve" standard which are resurrected at intervals when we are surfeited with productions of inferior merit in composition and melody? This charming love ballad is featured in "The Man from Home." Mr. Harrison, assisted by a chorus, sings it with wealth of expression that has endeared him — through our Records — to. thousands of music lovers throughout the world. Orchestra accompaniment. Music, Henry Tucker; words, George Cooper; publishers, Wm. A. Pond & Co., New York. 211 Googy-00 Ada .'ones and Billy Murray Miss Jones and Mr. Murray have the field absolutely to themselves so far as comic love duets are concerned — they have no near rivals. This selection, which was sung in the musical comedy, "The Candy Shop," has all the elements that contribute to the work of these clever duetists in making a successful Record. The song consists of vain attempts by a wife to recall to