Victor records (Nov 1917)

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Alphabetical plan Heer ae aay, “als Eyes eae the alphabetical arrangement take this example: OPERA AIRS IN ENGLISH African—Oh, Paradise (L’ Africana—O Paradiso) (Meyerbeer) Williams 74148 12) Atalanta—Come Beloved (Care Selve) (Handel) Alma Gluck, 74504 12) Bohéme—Rudolph’s Narrative, “Thy H ands are Frozen” (Puccini) Williams) 7412912 Bohemian Girl—For twelve records see *‘ Bohemian Girl” Carmen—Flower Song (Bizet) Evan Williams|74122)12/1.50 Carmen~ Toreador Song and Trovatore—T empest of the Heart-A lan Turner 16521/10) .75 Trovatore—Tempest of the Heart and CarmenToreador Song (Bizet) Turner\16521|10| .75 It will be noticed that the operatic titles are all in the left column in alphabetical order. If the opposite side is also an opera air in English, then the selections are reversed and repeated further down the column (see Carmen and Trovatore airs), to give the second title its own proper position, ; TTR Because of the great labor involved in comSuggestions invited | _.. piling so comprehensive a catalogue, some mistakes occasionally occur. The editor wishes to thank those who have called attention to errors and suggested various changes. Corrections or suggestions for further improvement of the next edition, or communications on any subject pertaining to records, will be gladly received. Just address Victor Catalogue Editor, Camden, N. J. Tears Seok The Red Seal Records have been printed in a speeGmeal Mection.| -cial Pink Section forthe convenience of customers who are specially interested in Red Seal records. Thumb guides in conspicuous type, both right and left hand, to facilitate turning to any desired page; every record in alphabetical order under title of selection; every double-faced record in alphabetical order under title of each selection in its turn. Language—All records are sung in English unless otherwise indicated; the operatic records are sung as noted under each opera. Records of standard compositions under name of composer; many records under one or more subject headings for ready-reference; every opera with place and date of first performance; sketches of the operas; scenes from the operas; every operatic record under title of the opera; all selections from opera in exact order they are sung or played in the opera, with acts and scenes indicated; list of selected records for new Victor customers; special Red Seal section on pink paper; sketches of prominent composers; sketches of the careers of the various artists; reference list of Victor singers and players; list of subject headings; pronouncing table of composers and artists; pronouncing table of opera titles; blank pages for memoranda. The last five features will be found at the end of the catalogue.