The Edison phonograph monthly (Jan-Dec 1911)

16 Edison Phonograph Monthly, Mar. , 191 1 672 My Cavalier Waltz National Promenade Band This number, too, was recorded specially for dancing and will be found equally as desirable as its predecessor on the list. It is a Spanish waltz, adapted from the popular waltz song of the same title ("My Cavalier"), and none of the delightful qualities of melodic charm and rhythmic swing that distinguish the song are lost in the adaptation. Composer, Jos. L. Nathan; publisher, Leo Feist, New York City. 673 Piano Man Billy Murray Coon song, orchestra accompaniment. A very interesting and very popular song, with a catchy two-step air, by the composers of "Kiss Me, My Honey, Kiss Me" (Amberol No. 617), "Stop, Stop, Stop" (No. 648) and other numbers which are among the very best sellers in the Edison catalog. In addition to the regular orchestra, a piano is introduced with solos of popular^ airs to point the subject of the song. Billy Murray's characterization of the wench who is in love with the "piano man" is unusually good, and he has certainly made the most of the opportunities offered him by this clever and tuneful song. Words and music, Berlin & Snyder; publishers, Ted Snyder Company, New York City. 674 Let Me Live and Stay in Dixieland Billy Murray and Chorus Coon song, orchestra accompaniment. A Broadway "hit" and another "Special"— the principal number of "The Slim Princess," a popular musical comedy now playing at the Globe Theatre, New York City. A darkey's wistful longing for his Dixie home is the theme of the song, which is set to a lazy, languorous syncopated air that never fails to set the audience to humming and tapping and wins for the song repeated encores. The song is here given exactly as in the show^ a quartet of male voices assisting Mr. Murray in the refrain, their voices rising and falling in delightful cadence, with a female voice introduced at an appropriate moment. Words and music, Elizabeth Brice and Charles King; publishers, Ted Snyder Company, New York City. 675 Larry O'Gaff Medley Charles D'Almaine Violin solo, orchestra accompaniment. A rattling good medley of lively jigs and reels introduced, in Mr. D'Almaine's snappiest style, in the following order: (Jigs) "Larry O'Qaff"; "Moll in the Wad"; "Johnny Hands"; "Prince Charles"; (Reels) "Once Upon my Cheek"; "Whiddon's Reel" ; "Kelton's Reel", and "Charming Katy's Reel." Records of this kind have always been among the heavy sellers of the Edison catalog. 676 All Aboard for Blanket Bay Anthony and Harrison Tenor and baritone duet, orchestra accompaniment. This number is termed a "Novelty Ballad" by the composers, and is one of the big song "hits" of the day. Possessing a unique title, an original idea, a pretty sentiment and a dainty, catchy waltz rhythm, it is considered the best effort in years of its writers. Words, Andrew B. Sterling; music, Harry Von Tilzer; publishers, Harry Von Tilzer Music Publishing Company, New York City. 677 Congressman Filkins' Home-Coming Porter and Harlan "Rube" sketch. Amid cheers, the blare of band music and the clamorous disputes of rival supporters and critics, "Congressman Filkins" (Byron G. Harlan) steps from his train, onto the platform and into an impassioned speech on the momentous questions of the hour. The platform breaks down right at the climax (or anti-climax) of a brilliant oratorical flight, but neither that interruption nor the caustic comments of "Zeke Moseley" (Steve Porter) prevent his having his say out. The speech is one of the funniest ever, and Mr. Harlan's impersonation of "the best congressman sence Lem Beasley's time" is immense. Author, Steve Porter. 678 I Don't Believe You Ada Jones and Billy Murray Conversational duet. Orchestra accompaniment. One of the most popular songs of the day. A story of boy and girl wooing, bristling with up-to-date repartee and written to an infectious two-tep air that is simply irresistible. The number is here given with the original double version, by William Dillon, and each repetition of the chorus is sung throughout as a duet. Words, William Dillon; music, Harry Von Tilzer; publishers, Harry Von Tilzer Music Publishing Company, New York City. 679 Three Quotations — No. 1 "The King of France, etc. " Sousa's Band "The King of France marched up the hill With twenty thousand men; The King of France came down the hill And ne'er went up again." A characteristic number, from a well known suite of three compositions by John Philip Sousa, in which instrumental plays suggest the ascent and descent of the hill. The suite, the remaining numbers of which are (b) "And I, too, Was Born in Arabia" and (c) "Nigger in the Woodpile," is one of the earlier and most successful compositions of its kind and an always favorite number in Sousa's concerts. Publishers, The John Church Company, New York City. 680 Tell Mother I'll Be There James F. Harrison and Edison Mixed Quartet Baritone solo with chorus of mixed voices and orchestra accompaniment. A profoundly impressive rendition of this beloved hymn whose inspiring sentiment and pathetic story go straight to the heart of its hearers. No collector of devotional numbers but will want this Record. Words and music, Charles Fillmore. (Always specify on your orders whether you want A mberol or Standard Records. )