John Friedrich & Bro
Condensed catalogue of string
instruments, bows, cases, strings,
etc.
shed 1883
Incorporated J905
Condensed Catalogue
OF
String Instruments
Bows, Gases, Strings, etc.
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
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Violin Makers and Importers
279 FIFTH AVENUE
30th St*
NEW YORK
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CONTENTS
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH O77CE
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Special Offering of fine New Violins just arrived in stock
In moderate priced new instruments we have lately received some
very fine ones, which can be depended upon to furnish the student and
amateur with satisfactory tonal results. These also are put in best
playing condition before they leave our workshop.
In
Sizes :
8.75
No. 2617, well finished, red varnish, ebony finger-
board, good trimmings throughout. . $ 7.50
No. 2618, better finish, reddish varnish, finely
trimmed, good tone ...............
No. 2619, handsome red varnish, very fine finished
and best trimmings ............... 11.25
No. 262O, very fine workmanship and finish, red
varnish, handsome looking violin. . . . 15.OO
In % Sizes :
No. 2726, well finished, good trimmings, reddish
varnish ......................... 7.0O
No. 2621, well finished, brown varnish, good trim-
mings, .......................... 7.50
No. 2727, brown varnish, plain maple 2 piece back 8.OO
No. 2622, brown varnish, nice wood in backs, good
trimmings ... ................... 8.75
No. 2728, red varnish, very nice wood, good trim-
mings .......................... 10.0O
No. 2623, handsome red varnish, extra fine finish. . 11.25
No. 2729, plain brown varnish, good finish and
trimmings ...................... 11.25
No. 2624, Amati copy, mottled imitation old varnish 15.00
No. 2625, very handsome appearance, red varnish . . 20.OO
No. 2626, similar to above, brown varnish ........ 20.0O
No. 2627, light color varnish, pretty wood in backs,
very well made instruments ........ 25.OO
In Full Sizes:
No. 2718, brown varnish, plain maple 2 piece backs 8.00
No. 2719, very well finished, red varnish, 2 piece
maple back ..................... 10.OO
No. 2720, plain brown varnish, good trimmings. . . 11.25
No. 2721, red varnish, nice curly 2 piece backs . . . 12.50
No. 2722, shaded brown varnish, nice broad curl in
backs ........................... 13.50
No. 2723, shaded brown varnish, handsome curl 2
piece backs ...................... 18.0O
No. 2633, handsome dark brown varnish, fine trim-
mings .......................... 20.0O
No. 2724, beautiful shaded red varnish, extra fine
finish ........................... 22.50
No. 2725, shaded brown varnish, pretty curly backs 24.OO
No. 2634, light brown varnish, beautiful finish
throughout ...................... 25. OO
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NEW BOWS of Medium Price
We have at present the following grades of low priced
bows in stock: —
In ym and % Sizes:
No. 2735, good stick, unlined frog with pearl slide
and metal ring, with silk wrapping,
metal end screws ........ $1 75
No. 2736-2738, better stick and finish, full lined' and
metal trimmed frog, wood end screw
with two metal rings, leather wrap-
............. 3.50
PRICES SUBJECT
In F"u!l Size:
No. 2657, good stick, unlined frog with pearl slide
and metal ring, cloth wrapping, metal
end screw ................. 1 50
No. 2739, better stick and finish, full lined and
metal trimmed frog, wood end screw
with two metal rings, silk wrapping 3.00
No. ^740, very good stick, good frog full lined and
trimmed, leather wrapping ......... 3.50
STRINGS
We have a very good violin E, 3 length, No.
2661, waterproof finish, strong, and of good tone
aUalit,l •«••• i ............ 25c' each> $6'50 Per bundle
Smooth finished gut E, 3 length, a very fine
string No. 2662e ......... >2Oc. each, $5.68 per bundle
Smooth finished gut A, 2 length, a very fine
string, No. 2662a ........ 2Oc. each, $5.68 per bundle
Smooth finished gut D, 2 length, a very fine
string, No. 2662d ...... 25c. each, $6.50 per bundle
Genuine JTL silk E strings, French manufacture,
each in separate envelope, 18c. each, $5.00 per bundle
ROSIN
Genuine W. E. Hill & Sons A. B. Rosin and flex-
ible cover, (Birch's) ........... each strict net .50
Genuine Hart & Sons specially prepared rosin,
chamois cover, in paper box. . . .each strict net .50
MFSIC STANDS
White Beauty folding music stands, price now
advanced to .......................... each .75
BRIDGES
Take note that prices quoted for bridges for violin
viola and violoncello in our catalogue are cancelled, as also
all descriptive matter regarding them. It is now only
possible for us to supply French bridges, as follows:
For violin, good quality maple,
each, 15c.; per dozen, $1.5O net
For violin, better quality, stamped AUBERT,
each, 2Oc.; per dozen, $2.00 net
For violin, fine quality, genuine AUBERT,
each, 3Oc.; per dozen, $3.00 net
Prices for Viola and Violoncello Bridges quoted on demand.
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
279 Fifth Avenue, New York, N. Y.
JOHN FRIKDRICH & BRO.
INTRODUCTORY.
r7*STABLISHED in 1883, the year 1917 is the 34th of constantly and
increasingly satisfactory existence of our house. Satisfactory in
more than one way; to do more business every year is of paramount
importance; to add to that an ever increasing- circle of business friends,
is, however, to us of vastly greater value. That we have succeeded in
doing this is because our motto has been ever to guarantee perfect
satisfaction with every article we sell.
This catalogue is issued at a time when our line of business is ad-
versely affected through the entire absence of supplies from our regu-
lar sources. Up to the year 1914, it can safely be said that 80% of the
goods sold by musical instrument dealers, especially in the stringed
instrument line, originated in Germany. This source of supply has
temporarily ceased.
From France also, where formerly considerable goods were made in
this line, importations have been very small, and the advanced costs
and large transportation charges have made for greatly advanced prices.
At the time we issue this catalogue, the cheaper grades of violins
and bows are being obtained from Japan. This is a new departure, and
we supply orders for these goods, reserving however the privilege of
disclaiming any responsibility as to whether or not they will prove
satisfactory.
We assure our patrons of our very best care in selecting violins
and bows, and should matters adjust themselves so that we can again
offer goods as formerly, we will do so, and shall at all times make our
charges at the lowest rates possible.
Thanking our friends and patrons for their many favors, and hop-
ing for a continuation of their patronage, we are
Faithfully,
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
COMPLETE VIOLIN OUTFITS
With the view of meeting the demands of persons to whom the
selection of violin, bow and case might be confusing, we supply com-
plete outfits, consisting of instrument, bow and case, of correspond-
ing grades. These outfits are assembled by us with care, and can be
depended upon as offering, at the various prices, very good value.
We can furnish the full sized outfits at all prices, but it is usual
in buying a higher grade than $30.00, that the purchaser desires to
select bow and case, of which we can show a very large assortment.
Our long experience in selecting outfits for customers, assures
them of obtaining satisfactory violins, which we always accept as
part payment toward better ones, should the buyer desire such at a
later time. Thus the purchase of a violin from us, is simply a step
toward getting a better one, as it can be turned in at any time in ex-
change at approximately the price paid us, as so much cash toward
the payment of a higher grade.
In sending out these outfits, the violins are properly strung with
good strings, the bridges are correctly fitted, sound post adjusted,
chin rest fitted and the bows put in playing order.
When ordering complete outfits, state price to be paid, age of the
child (when small size outfits are wanted), and if any preference as
to color of the violin.
Cheaper outfits than ours can be obtained, but as we sell violins
to be used for playing, and not toys, we do not offer any which we
do not think suitable for practical use.
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
COMPLETE VIOLIN OUTFITS
Beginner's Outfits, in either Y2t % or full size
No. B-l. The violin in this outfit is nicely made and finished,
has good quality trimmings, and considering the cost, nice
tone. The bow with this outfit is well finished, has good
frog and hair. Case is of wood, half lined with flannel.
Complete with rosin and strings $7-50
No. B-2. This outfit has a violin of better quality and finish
and with better tone quality. The bow is of better wood
and the frog is full lined. Case same as in above outfit.
Complete with good cake rosin and strings 8-50
No. B-3. Violin very nicely made, extra good finish. Better
trimmings than on above violins, and carefully adjusted
by us, with good fitted bridge, and extra quality of strings.
Case is of wood, full lined with flannel, with good fasten-
ings. Bow is better grade, well haired and trimmed.
Complete with fine rosin, set strings . 10.00
Student's Outfits, in either Vzt % or full size
No. S-l. A finely made, Stradivarius model violin, with fine
full tone, having excellent brownish color varnish, and
trimmed with ebony pegs, tail-piece and fingerboard. The
bow is finely made and well balanced, full lined frog and
substantial leather grip. The case is of imitation leather,
lined with flannel. With cake of fine rosin, extra strings,
and mute, complete 12-50
No. S-2. Violin built on Stradivarius pattern, excellent work,
carefully graduated and adjusted, varnish red brown. The
bow is superior grade with fine frog and screw, and heavy
leather grip. Case similar to above. Complete with fine
rosin, extra strings and mute 13-75
No. S-3. Violin of either Stradivarius orMaggini model. Ex-
tra fine material and workmanship, carefully adjusted by
us. Case covered with heavy binder's cloth, full lined
with flannel, with patent bow holders. Complete with
cake Mozart rosin, extra quality strings and mute. ....... 15-00
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
COMPLETE VIOLIN OUTFITS
Advanced Students' Outfits, in either Vz, 94 or full size
No. AS 1. The violin is a handsome instrument, "made after the model of
Stradivarius or Guarnerius, choice wood and very careful workmanship.
Backs of nicely flamed maple and tops of fine even grained spruce.
Trimmings of fine ebony, Adjusted by us to give best results in tone.
The bow of good quality, frogs full imitation silver trimmed. The
cases in these outfits are of imitation leather, with good locks and clasps,
and are full lined. Extra set of very good strings, with good quality G,
box Mozart rosin and ebony mute, complete $17.50
No. AS 2 The violin in this outfit is really of exceptional merit, and in all
details most carefully made. We have them in several colors, orange
brown being in great demand. Carefully selected bow, wound with
silver plated wire and having leather thumb grip. The case is the cele-
brated "new century" case, made of leather pulp and having very good
trimmings and patent bow holders, lined with fleece flannel. With ex-
tra set fine strings and Mozart rosin and metal mute, complete 18.75
No. AS 3. We sell more outfits of this quality than of any other, which is
ample proof of the value offered. The violin, of Stradivarius model,
has fine reddish varnish, the trimmings are of best quality, with fine
fitted ebony pegs, fingerboard and tail piece. Perfectly adjusted by us
to bring out its best quality of tone. These violins are used by many
professional performers and have ample volume of tone, as well as
pleasing quality, The bow, similar to one in above outfit, and same
style case. Complete with extra strings, rosin and mute 20.00
Professional Outfits, in % or full size
No. PI. In offering this outfit, we know that the superior quality of the
violin and bow will afford great satisfaction. The violins are of high
grade work, only very fine material goes into their construction and the
trimmings are of best quality. Superior varnish of golden orange or
brown color, lends much to the handsome effect of the beautiful curly
maple backs and fine grained spruce tops. We can supply either Stra-
divarius or Guarnerius models The bow is of good selected wood, finely
balanced, has fine trimmings and silver tinsel winding with leather
thumb grip. The case is handsome plush lined, imitation leather cov-
ered. Complete with strings, rosin and mute $25.00
No. P 2. This outfit includes a violin of either Stradivarius, Guarnerius,
Amati or Maggini model. These violins are of very careful construc-
tion, most carefully finished in every detail. The varnish is beautiful,
clear and transparent, and we can supply various colors, from the beau-
tiful Venetian yellow shade to dark brown. Fine plush lined case, and
extra fine bow. Complete with rosin, strings and mute 30.00
NKW YORK
JOHN FRIBDRICH & BRO.
IMPORTED
VIOLINS, VIOLAS AND
VIOLONCELLOS
THE instruments described under this heading represent all the
skill and judgment which our knowledge as Practical Makers
has enabled us to devote to their selection, from an almost
innumerable variety of specimens. Therefore we do not hesitate to
claim that they are in every essential detail, the very best in their
several grades manufactured.
Imported instruments cannot be used as they leave the foreign
workshop, ample time must be given them to make them suitable for
use in our climate.
After reasonable time they are regulated and adjusted by us,
supplied with proper bridge, sound post and strings, hence we can
guarantee the instruments purchased from us to be perfect in every
detail.
SMALL SIZE VIOLINS
We carry a number of different grades of %, ^, ^ and ^ violins
in stock, ranging in price from $5-00 to $50-00- These small violins
we are prepared to accept as part payment for larger sizes as the
student grows, and when in good condition, we make allowance of
approximately what the violin cost, deducting a nominal sum neces-
sary to again put the instrument in salable condition.
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
FULL SIZE VIOLINS
la beginner's violins, we can offer very well made instruments
at $5-00. $6-00, $8-00 and $10-00. These violins are correctly copied
after the Stradivarius model, are handsome in appearance, and the
tone quality, considering the modest cost, is surprisingly good.
Better grades of violins at $15-00 (Nos. 11 to 15), $20.00 (No. 21)
and $25-00 (No. 22) are of high grade foreign work, every instrument
carefully and properly constructed, of well seasoned, handsome wood
and varnished with superior grade of varnish of good texture. These
violins are suitable for advanced students.
We highly recommend the following grades of violins and fully
guarantee them as the best in their line. The wood used in these in-
struments is well seasoned, the workmanship excellent. For a me-
dium priced violin, to serve orchestral purposes, these instruments
are unexcelled in their various grades. Their popularity makes it
necessary for us always to carry a large and complete stock, allowing
a variety of choice of different tone qualities. They are made by ex-
perienced violin makers, and each instrument represents the skill of
a known maker — they are not the class of instruments which come
under the head of "factory made."
High grade instruments at $30 00 (No. 23), $40 00 (No. 24) and
$50- 00 (No. 25), compare very favorably with old violins costing twice
the amount. The materials entering into their construction are most
carefully selected, and the workmanship is of a very superior grade.
Our "Artist" violins at $75.00 (No. 28), $100-00 (No. 30), $125-00
(No. 31) and $150.00 (No. 32) leave nothing to be desired in point of
material, workmanship or finish. In tone they are most satisfactory
in every way, responsive and even on all strings, and the fact that
many of our customers prefer them to old violins of several times
their cost, is ample proof of the fact that they are suitable for all
classes of work, whether orchestral, ensemble or solo.
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
MUTE OR PRACTICE VIOLINS
These skeleton violins are very useful for practicing where it is
desired not to disturb. occupants of same or adjoining rooms. They
produce just enough sound to be audible to the user, and their tone
does not carry far. Invaluable for travelling violinists for use in
hotels, etc.
We have them in two models, one having a frame shaped like the
outline of a violin, the other being simply a strong centre piece with
end boxes to conform to violin shape at either end. Price $10-00 each.
VIOLAS
Our stock of Violas embraces instruments of varying size, some
hardly larger than a violin, up to instruments of very long measure-
ment. For general purposes we advise the use of medium sized
violas; small violas do not possess proper tone quality, but are pre-
ferred by many players who have to change frequently from violin
to viola playing. The violas of medium size have good tenor quality
of tone and are not too long in measurement to greatly affect a violin
player's hand. Only for such as play viola continually do we recom-
mend the large size.
We can furnish good new Violas at as low as $10-00, and usually
have them up to about $75-00.
VIOLONCELLOS
We have the small sizes, in half and three-quarter for children,
at from about $25-00 and upward.
Full size instruments we supply only in the better grades, at
from about $30-00 and upward, having in stock always finely made
cellos up to about $200-00-
A cheap cello is a bad investm ent ; if not properly made, it can-
not have a good tone, and as inferior wood and work shows up more
plainly in a cello than in a violin, a low priced cello is a source of
continual annoyance, constantly in need of repair, and really is more
expensive than an instrument which costs a little more money but is
properly constructed of good material.
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
FRIEDRICH
VIOLINS, VIOLAS and VIOLONCELLOS
THE largely increasing- demand for high class stringed instruments
is fast taking up the existing supply of fine old violins. Proof of
this is easily found in the tremendous advance in the price of all
old instruments.
The rare productions of the great Luthiers, representing the choicest
handiwork of by-gone days, are becoming so scarce, that only a person
of means can even think of becoming the owner of such instruments.
They are so cherished by their fortunate possessors, that a genuine
specimen now becomes a rare article, and when such appear on the
market for sale, they are eagerly purchased.
Moveover, the great majority of old instruments now offered for sale
are not the perfect specimens they should be, age, and the accidents of
titne, contributing alike to the diminishing number, aud it is a most
important point, when buying an old instrument, to see that it is in
good state of preservation, as worm-eaten, much repaired instruments
are highly unsatisfactory, not only in tone quality, but in the constant
repairs they need.
Thus it is that the violin world is confronted with the necessity of
depending on the products of present-day art to meet its growing needs.
In this connection we venture to suggest that, while instruments good
at the outset will improve with age — with use, assured!}-- mere age will
never transform a poor instrument into a good one.
If constructed in violation to the fundamental principles of the art,
with faulty form, poor wood and common varnish, an instrument will
ever remain defective. The masterpieces of Amati, Stradivari and
Guarneri, on the other hand, were good the day they were finished.
The same ma'y be said of the FRIEDRICH instruments — prominent
soloists, in fact, are to-day evoking such tones from them as to deceive
the ears of the most ardent "old violin" connoisseurs.
Thirty years of devotion to the highest ideals place us in the posi-
tion to make without hesitation the claim that the instruments of our
make are unrivalled in every detail of construction.
Compare the prices of our instruments with the prices of old in-
struments of a corresponding grade of excellence.
The FRIEDRICH Violin or Viola, $200.00 and upwards.
The FRIEDRICH Violoncello, $350.00 and upwards.
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
OUR MODELS.
Recognizing- the perfection, as regards both musical qualities and
artistic beauty, to which the old Italian makers brought the art of
violin-making-, we have endeavored to model our instruments after the
best originals of NICOLAS AMATI, ANTONIUS STRADIVARIUS,
JOSEPH GUARNKRIUS and PAOLO MAGGINI, as illustrated.
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Gio Paolo Maggini
Joseph Guarnerius
Antonius Stradivarius
Nicolas Amati
OUR VARNISH.
We justly pride ourselves upon the preparation and application of
this very important attribute. Our varnish possesses all ot those char-
acteristics which distinguish that of the old masters. It is transparent,
strongly adhesive to the wood, soft in its consistency, and has great
brilliancy of surface. When it is worn, either naturally or by artificial
means, it reproduces the brilliant coloring, as well as the fire-like ra-
diance which so adorns the world-famed Cremonese instruments.
THE WOOD WE USE.
The wood used in our instruments possesses those remarkable tonal
qualities which give to the instruments made from it, the rare sonor-
ousness— including the pure, soft, full, far-carrying and sympathetic
tone— for which the old Italian instruments are celebrated, and for
which they are so deservedly esteemed.
NEW YORK
10 JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
GENUINE OLD MASTER
VIOLINS, VIOLAS AND VIOLONCELLOS
We maintain one of the largest and choicest assortments of original old violins
in America. Periodically we issue catalogues describing our collection, but it is
hardly necessary to state, there being but one of each kind, a list of old violins
must necessarily be incomplete. Instruments are constantly being sold, and new
ones added to our stock, so that the most satisfactory way to obtain a correct idea
of what we have to offer at a certain price, 'is to write us giving some idea of the
amount intended to be spent for an old violin, and we can then send an exact list
of what we have at approximately such figure.
Our prices are much lower than usual ; we ask no fancy prices, and we have
many letters from customers stating their entire satisfaction with instruments
selected by us.
Rare old Italian Violins are becoming very scarce. Many instruments of in-
ferior make are being offered for sale under names of good makers, and intending
buyers cannot be too careful in purchasing. There is no greater disappointment
to a violinist than to have a violin which is highly prized as a rare make, and find
out that it is not as represented. Many violins are sent to us from all parts of the
country for our expert opinion ; for this service we charge from $5.00 to $25.00 and
it is well worth it to the owner of an old violin to know what he possesses.
We make no guarantee until we are fully justified in so doing, and such in-
struments as we sell with accompanying guarantee as to the make are as stated,
and we vouch for their authenticity. Our reputation has been made through fair
and honest dealing, and under no circumstances do we stoop to use fictitious
names to further the sales of our violins. Nor do we use the common practice of
supplying violins sold by us with "history." We have read so many fancy tales,
containing no truth, that we are averse to give any details as to previous owner-
ship excepting in the case of such violins as Stradivari, Amati or Guarnerius,
where such data is available.
Besides our fine collection of rare Italian masterpieces, we have at all times a
fine assortment of old German, French and English violins, which possess intrin-
sic merit as regards tone and finish. These are very desirable instruments for
persons who wish to confine themselves to the investment of a moderate amount.
All of our old violins are put into perfect condition before we offer them for sale,
and our prices are in all cases as low as we can consistently afford to make them.
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO. 11
VIOLIN BOWS
We refrain from listing our stock of violin bows by numbers, as
formerly, for the reason that our stock is at the present time such
that we cannot very well offer standard grades of bows as known to
the trade previous to the European war. This applies also to the
YZ and 24 sizes.
In the lower priced grades we offer the best the market affords,
and can furnish bows at from $1-50 upward. These bows are nicely
finished, but we do not offer any guarantee covering them.
At from about $3 00 upward we can furnish a much better bow,
with full lined frog, etc We can supply various grades at $4.00,
$5 00, $6-00, $7-50 and $10 00 We also have a fine line of pure silver
mounted bows at $15-00 and $18 00, of very fine workmanship.
Our stock of high grade bows is unequalled, and embraces speci-
mens of the work of the most celebrated bow makers, including such
well known men as Nurnberger, Pfretschner, Prell, Lamy, Sartory,
Hill, Hart, etc. These bows sell at from $20-00 upward.
We have on hand at all times a very fine collection of genuine
old bows by celebrated makers, such as Voirin, Vuillaume, Pecatte,
Henry, Dodd, Tubbs, Bausch, Weichold, etc. We have also a num-
ber of fine old bows, not bearing the names of the makers, which we
can sell at from about $15 00 upward.
Our assortment of gold mounted bows is most complete and in-
cludes all styles, from plain frogs with simple gold mountings to the
most elaborately mounted tortoise shell frogs, and in price they
range from $25-00 upward.
VIOLA AND CELLO BOWS
We have a good stock of viola and cello bows at from about $5-00
upward, and will gladly submit descriptions and prices on demand.
NEW YORK
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JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
BOW REPAIRING AND BOW TRIMMINGS
Rehairing and repairing bows is a delicate operation, and re-
quires skill. Our shop is constantly busy with the work of keeping
tho bows of resident and visiting violinists in order, and we receive
them by mail and express from all parts of the country. In sending
bows to us, great care should be taken that they are properly and
strongly packed, so that they are not damaged in transit. Many
good bows are broken through careless packing ; the bow should be
well wrapped with soft paper, and enclosed in a wooden box strong
enough that it cannot be broken through rough handling, and most
particularly must they be so packed inside the box that they cannot
move, otherwise, when the packing box is thrown end first, the jolt
will invariably crack or break off entirely, the head of the bow.
We use the finest grades of assorted hair only, and our charge
for rehairing good bows is 75c. and $1.00-
Ivory tips fitted to bows $0-50
" " including ebony underneath. . .75c. and 1.00
Pearl slides fitted to bows 50c and .75
Rubber bow grips, easily adjusted 15
Wrapping bows with leather or silk 25
" « ' ' ' silver tinsel . . .50
" " " pure silver wire 100
Fitting brass nuts to bow 25
screws to bow , . . . 50c. to $2.00
Fitting frogs trimmed with imitation silver ....... ... .$1 00 to 2 50
" pure silver 3 50 to 6.00
VIOLIN BOW HAIR
Good quality, assorted Siberian
Fine " "
Superior " "
Per doz.
$1-80
. 2.40
. 3-00
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO. 13
REPAIRING DEPARTMENT
This department forms a prominent branch of our business. It
is under the personal supervision of Mr. John Friedrich, who brings
to his responsible position the advantages of a systematic education
in all the details of his art, to which is added all the experience that
has come through the repairing and reconstructing of the many rare
old masterpieces which were intrusted to us by leading artists and
amateurs
Delicate and subtle is the mechanism of the violin, and while the
work of the Cremona Masters attained an unsurpassable perfection,
the hand of time, the accidents of wear and use, and the exigencies of
modern music, demand an experienced discrimination and a trained
hand in order to restore the qualities which have made the old Italian
masters pre-eminent.
Estimates for repairing given on application. Our prices are as
low as is consistent with high class work.
VIOLIN FINGERBOARDS
Good quality ebony ........... , ................. ........ .... $ .50
Extra " " .................. .... ................ ... .60
Finest selected " ____ ...................................... 75
Fingerboards fitted to instrument ..................... $1.50 to 3.00
" planed off and adjusted ................. . 50c. to 1.00
VIOLA FINGERBOARDS
Extra quality ebony ____ .......... . ................. ........ $0. 75
Fingerboards fitted to instrument ..................... $2.00 to 3.00
" planed off and adjusted ................... 50c. to 1. 50
VIOLIN NECKS, VIOLA NECKS
Artistically
Hand-worked
Violin
Scrolls
Amati model \
Stradivari model I No. 1 each $1.50
Guarneri model (
Maggini model / No. la " 2.25
Necks grafted to instruments (using original scroll) including
new fingerboard, bridge, etc 10.00
VIOLONCELLO NECKS AND FINGERBOARDS
Best quality neck, very artistic carving. .... .Price given on demand
Extra quality ebony fingerboard $3.00 to $6.00
Fingerboards fitted to instrument 4.00 to 8.00
" planed off and adjusted 1.00 upward
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VIOLIN BRIDGES
We do not carry in stock the ordinary qualities.
No. 17. Fine quality maple, French each $0.10 dozen $1.08
20. Extra quality maple, figured .15 1.50
26. Extra quality maple good figure.. .20 2.00
28. Extra fine quality, J. F. & Bro. . . .25 2.50
35. Extra fine quality, Aubert .20 2.25
36. "Our Special" selected old wood. .30 3.00
Bridge fitted to violin 50c., 75c. and $1.00.
SMALL SIZE BRIDGES
For y?, and ^ violins
No. 1. Fine quality each $0.10 dozen $0.90
2. Extra fine quality " .15 " 1.50
Bridge fitted to instrument 40c. and 50c.
VIOLA BRIDGES
No. 2. Fine quality each $0. 15 dozen $1.50
3. Extra fine quality, J. F. & Bro " .25 " 2.50
3}^ "Our Special" selected old wood. . " .35-. 50
Bridge fitted to instrument 50c., 75c. and $1.00
VIOLONCELLO BRIDGES
No. 2 Fine quality each $0.30 dozen $3.00
3. Extra quality " .40 " 4.00
4. Extra fine, J. F. & Bro. I ... ... each .50
5. Extra fine, J. F. & Bro. la " .75
6. Extra fine, "Our Special" selected old wood '• 1.00
Nos. 4, 5 and 6 fitted to instrument $1.50, $2.00 and $2.50
SOUND POSTS
The proper fitting of a sound post is very essential to good tone
production, and a poorly fitted sound post of poor quality wood will
entirely ruin the tone of a violin. We charge from 50c. to $1.00 for
fitting posts in violin or viola, and from $1.00 upward for violoncello.
SOUND POST SETTERS
Polished Steel, for violin, extra quality each $0.30
" "for cello, " " " .60
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TAIL PIECES
No. 1
No.2
No. 3
No. 4
For VIOLIN and VIOLA.
We do not carry the inferior grades at all, only the high-grade
tail pieces of good ebony.
No. 1. Plain Ebony, good quality each $0.25
\y2. " extra " . . " .35
2. Extra fine quality Ebony " .50
3. " " " " .75
4. Carved Ebony " 1.00
VIOLONCELLO TAIL PIECES
Ebony, good quality, including gut hanger each $1.00
" made of special selected material, with thick gut hanger 1.50
" same style as violin tail piece No. 4 each 2.50
Tail pieces are supplied with tail piece string.
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PEGS
FOR
VIOLIN, VIOLA AND VIOLONCELLO
VIOLIN PEGS
Ebony, plain, best quality, also in small sizes .... per dozen $1
.20
" "Our Special" per set
.60
Rosewood, best quality "
.60
Extra quality pegs fitted to instrument " $1.00
up
VIOLA PEGS
Ebony, good quality. . .per dozen $1
.25
" extra quality per set
.60
Extra quality pegs fitted to instrument " $1.00
up
VIOLONCELLO PEGS
Ebony, good quality per set $1
.00
4 ' extra fine quality. " 1
.50
Rosewood, extra fine quality " 1
.50
Extra quality pegs fitted to instrument. . .per set, $2.50 and 3
.00
*
VIOLIN END BUTTONS
Ebony per dozen $0
.40
' ' extra quality ..." "
.60
*
VIOLONCELLO END PINS
Ebony, extra quality each $0
75
" " our special model .... ' ' 1
00
Special model, with steel sliding rod, fine quality and finish tl 1
" " wood " the finest end pin made " 3
Fitting to instrument 25 cents extra.
50
00
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VIOLIN CHIN RESTS
No. 0.
1.
3.
3
4.
14.
16.
17.
20.
No. 4
Becker's one screw ............................. each $0. 25
" leaf, ear or cup shape ..................
"Sevcik" gutta-percha, extra high ..............
"Fitu" gutta-percha, adjustable to three heights.
Albert's genuine gutta-percha ............ .....
Ebony, modelled to shape of chin, with or with-
out projecting end .........................
Ebony, large plate, fastening over the tail-piece.
Perfection, gutta-percha, fastening over tail-piece
The "Williams", soft rubber chin rest ...........
SHOULDER PADS
Regular velvet covered pads of various sizes, stuffed with soft
material, each ...... .............................. ......
The "Poehland" shoulder-rest is something which meets the
need of violinists who use a pad. They are made up with
corduroy covering, and button onto the end knob of violin
with a leather strip ; at the other end of the pad a rubber
band is inserted which slips over the corner of the violin,
thus holding the pad securely in same position. A very
useful and practical invention. No metal parts ; will never
buzz nor rattle, each ..... ........................
The "Becker" combined chin and shoulder rest, illustrated
above, is a very practical and convenient contrivance, and
is extensively used, each. . ...... ........
The "Locke" patent shoulder-rest attachment is a metal con-
trivance which can be used in conjunction with any two-
bar chin rest. One part, consisting of the arm to hold the
shoulder rest is fastened under the chin rest, and the other
part, slips on this arm. Very firm and rigid if properly
fitted to the violin, each. .
.30
1.00
1.25
.75
1.00
1.25
1.25
2.00
$0. 50
50
75
.80
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VIOLIN MUTES
No. 3 No. 4 No. 8^ Each
No. 0 Ebony $0.06
1. " extra quality 10
3. German silver, imported 15
4. Amme's patent, nickel spring clamp .15
6. Albert's crown mute 50
7. Metal "Ton-wolf" 30
8. " new style, five feet fitting over entire bridge. .. .60
8l/2 Unitone " " " ... .25
9. "Felt mute" adjusts on bridge under strings 1.00
Similar styles in Viola and Cello Mutes.
TUNING PIPES AND FORKS
A & C.
A pipe, German silver in fine nickel boxes $0. 1 5
A and C, nickel, with wood mouth piece 20
Violin tuner, German silver, E, A, D and G pipes . . .50
Tuning fork "A" International pitch, extra fine quality
blued steel, in cloth pocket, each 50
Special tested tuning fork, blued English steel, super-
fine quality, in leather covered boxes, each 75
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FINEST ROSIN
FOR
VIOLIN, VIOLA and VIOLONCELLO
SPECIALLY PREPARED FOR
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
This preparation is a new departure in the manufacture of the
most important auxiliary of the violinist. It is made from the dis-
tillate of the Rosin obtained from the famous yellow pine tree of the
States of North Carolina and Georgia. To this is added a separate
chemical gum which prevents the Rosin from becoming hardened in
the course of time, as when hard it is more or less devoid of that
biting quality, so essential to the production of a full and even tone.
This rosin has special advantages over the best foreign and domestic
products, which may be enumerated as follows: —
1. The Rosin is used only sparingly, one rub up and down being
sufficient to produce best results.
2. The Rosin will not crack easily when dropped.
3. In using, little dust is formed and it will not adhere to the
fingers of the player.
4. By continuous use, the surface will always wear off flat and
even ; no grooves, so detrimental to the hair of the bow, being formed.
Price per cake, 25 cents, postage free. Price per dozen, $2.40.
ROSIN Each
Dozen
In square shaped box, good quality $0 05 $0 40
Artisto, round shape, paper box .10 .75
Unity, book form, very good quality 15 1.00
Mozart, round shape, paper box 18 1.35
" in book shape, wood box .20 1.65
" in chamois, paper box 25 2.10
Bernardel, in paper box 20 2.00
" in tin box 25 2.50
" paper box, in chamois skin .35 3.50
Hart & Son (London) " " . . .50
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VIOLIN CASES
Furnished in
or full size.
No. 1.
2.
No. 4.
Wood, half flannel lined, hooks and lock .............. . $1.25
Same as above, full flannel lined ...................... 2.00
Wood, full lined, with lock and good fastenings ........ 2.50
Shaped box, swell top, grooved edges, full fleece flannel
lined, good catches and lock, covered handle. . . ...... 3.00
Furnished in ^, ^ or full size.
No. 3. Wood shell, cloth covered, lined with flannel, spring
clasps, covered handle, spring bow holders $3.00
3^ Better quality, heavy cloth covered, lined with flannel. . 4.00
Same as above, lined with fine silk plush 5.00
£A^P
Furnished in
or full size.
Pressed leather board, lacquered black, very light and
strong. Lined with fleece flannel, nickel plated lock
and clasps, patent bow holders ..................... $3.75
Same as above, covered with smooth leather, embossed
top, leather covered handle, lined with velvet ........ 7.00
Same lined with extra quality silk plush ---- ........ . 8.00
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No. 6. Pressed leather board, with heavy covering of smooth
leather, embossed top, nickel-plated spring lock and
clasps, patent bow holders, extra pocket under neck of
violin, velvet lined $8.00
6>£ Same lined with silk plush 9.00
7. Same covered with heavy seal grained leather, velvet
lined 9.00
7^ Same as No. 7, lined with superior quality of silk plush. 10 00
No. 8. Wood shell, covered with split leather, lined with velvet,
good spring lock and catches, leather covered handle.
A good looking case $6.00
9. Same as above, better quality leather 6.75
9^P Similar to above case, covered with good leather, lined
with silk plush Good leather handle, spring lock and
clasps 7.50
9^4 A very fine case. Seal grained leather covered, fine
leather handle, lined with extra quality silk plush. . . . 10.00
No. 10. Heavy smooth or cross grained leather, fine silk plush
lining, patent holders, pocket under neck of violin. . .$12.50
11. Extra heavy seal grain leather covered, stitched valance,
very fine quality silk plush lining. A very durable
and handsome case 15.00
Leather bound canvas covers for any of the above cases furnished at $3.00 each.
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No. 12 These are our handsomest and most durable cases.
Finished up in finest manner, with extra heavy padded
silk plush linings, bottom pads removable. Choice of
very heavy smooth, walrus or seal grain leather. Val-
ance stitched on. Fine solid leather handles and best
trimmings $18.00
No. 13.
Covered with heavy genuine alligator skin, the most
sightly and best wearing case that can be bought.
Valance sewed on. Inside finished with extra heavy
silk plush lining, with long string piotector to button
over the entire length of violin. Silk ribbons under-
neath bows .......... .......... ................... $27. 50
Same as above, 'covered with finest horn- back alligator
skin.. . 32.50
No. 14. Heavy alligator skin covered over pressed veneer frame.
A very fine case, fully as durable as our No. 13, but
not finished up in quite so expensive a manner. Lined
with very fine silk plush $22.50
We are prepared to make special cases to order in genuine Pig-Skin, genuine Seal or Walrus.
Leather bound canvas covers for any of the above cases furnished at $3.00 each.
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No. 15.
Seal kit. For one violin, covered with heavy seal-
grained leather, brass English trimmings, two ribs in
top and bottom, with heavy rivets for protection, fine
leather handle, lined with very fine silk plush, remov-
able bottom pad, tube for G strings An extra fine
case in every particular ............ ............ ... .$25.00
Same as above, for two violins ..................... 30.00
No. 16. For one violin. Heavy seal grain leather on wood frame.
Lined with very fine silk plush, solid leather handle. -
Has tube for G strings, roomy pockets and removable
bottom pad $18.00
No. 17. Same construction and workmanship as No. 16, but
made for two violins and four bows. A fine case in
every way 25.00
Leather bound canvas covers for any of the above cases furnished at $4.00 each.
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No. 18. Case for two violins and four bows, made of black lac-
quered leather board, lined with blue fleece flannel. . . $9.00
Same as above, covered with black smooth or long
grained leather, lined with fine quality velvet ........ 13.50
19. Case for two violins and four bows, G string tube,
leather board shell, covered with fine black seal-
grained leather, end boxes and flexible partition, which
adapts them to violins of any size, lined with fine qual-
ity of silk plush .................................... 18.00
20. This case is made to order only. For two violins and
four bows, inside French fitted to violins, of which
patterns must be supplied ; extra heavy black seal-
grained leather, entire case made up in finest style,
with extra fine quality of silk plush in any color de-
sired ........ ...... ................................ 27.50
The above cases can be furnished to hold a violin and small viola.
Leather bound canvas covers for any of the above cases furnished at $4.00 each.
NEW YORK
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VIOLA CASES
We have in stock various styles of viola cases in prices ranging
from $3.00 upward. Similar styles as illustrated for violin can be
supplied at a slightly advanced cost. Further information gladly
furnished.
VIOLONCELLO CASES
No. 1. Extra quality heavy felt cloth,
patent clasp buttons, pockets
for bow and strings $3.00
3. Waterproof canvas, extra qual-
ity, lined with flannel, patent
clasp buttons, pockets for bow
and strings 3.75
5. Mackintosh cloth, dark blue,
lined with flannel, patent clasp
buttons, pocket for bow and
strings, also with or without
pocket for music.. . .$4.00 and 4.50
6. Corduroy, black, lined with
heavy flannel pockets, for two
bows, music pocket, the very
finest and most durable cello
bag made 10.00
6^-2 Same as No. 6, lined with
heavy canvas ............... 11.25
7. Leather board, covered with
rudge, black lacquered, lined
with fleece flannel, heavy mal-
leable hinges, clasps, spring
lock, and fitted with rings and
straps for carrying, as illustrat-
ed 30.00
8. Same as above, covered with
smooth leather.. ..37.50
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STRINGS FOR VIOLIN
Good strings are most essential for good tone production. An ordinary violin,
properly strung with true strings of right proportions, will often produce a better
tone than a fine instrument strung with false strings of improper thickness. Our aim
has been always to have in stock the finest products of the various string factories.
The strings listed below are the best of their various grades, and will be found
to give very good satisfaction as regards durability and tone.
FINE QUALITY GUT
A strong string, good for students use.
Bundle
Each (30)
E, three full lengths. lOc. $2.25
A(?two " lOc. 2.25
D, two " ..13c. 3.00
EXTRA QUALITY GUT
Better quality, light in color, strong
and good tone.
Each
E, three full lengths 12^c.
A, two " ... . 12j!^c.
D, two " 15c.
Bnndle
(30)
$3.00
3.00
3.75
GENUINE ITALIAN VIOLIN STRINGS
For more than thirty years we have carried in stock only the highest grades of
Italian strings, known for their superiority and used by artists throughout the
world. The practice of calling strings by fancy names, in general use by most
dealers, we do not follow, but sell the strings only by their real names. The idea
of using distinctive names is for the purpose of conveying the impression of special
manufacture or peculiar quality or merit. We guarantee our customers that the
strings handled by us, and which we offer for sale, are the best quality obtainable,
and through frequent importations, we are enabled to offer fresh stock at all times.
Each Bundle (30)
Extra quality Italian E, fine tone 20c. $5.68
A, " 20c. 5.68
D, " 25c. 6.50
Padua or Roman E, unexcelled tone quality 25c. 6.50
A, " " 25c. 6.50
D, " " 30c. 7.38
FRIED-RICH-TONE MARVELOUS STRINGS
Finest quality of Italian gut, soft yet strong, and of fine tone quality. Each
string wrapped in oiled paper and separate envelope.
Each Bundle (30)
E, three full lengths 30c. $7.20
A, two " 30c. 7.20
D. two " 35c. 8.00
SILK VIOLIN E STRINGS
Each Bundle (30)
Good quality 2>£ lengths lOc. $2.25
Fine quality, French 15c. 3.25
The Lux, smooth finished 15c. 3.25
Muller's Eternelle
' ' Akademy
Twisted silk cord, Japanese 15c. 3.00
Single length prepared per length 3c., dozen 30c., per 100 2.25
soft silk.. " 7c. " 75c. " 5.00
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FRIEDRICH TESTED STRINGS
The great success we have had in introducing to our trade the "Tricolore"
tested strings, necessitates our replacing these popular grades with other strings
of the same high quality in purity and quality of tone, as well as of the same
great durability.
In offering the strings described below, we assure our patrons that they will
be found in every point fully up to the highest requisite of the orchestra and con-
cert violinist, and in every way except in name, the same as ' 'Tricolore."
Fried-Rich-Color "Extra" tested strings, the highest perfection attainable in
strings ; each length guaranteed true in fifths, with three color silk knot.
Violin E. single length, 17>£ cents, in straight lengths.
A, " 20
D, " 22/2 "
SINGLE LENGTH TESTED STRINGS
The grades listed below are single length strings of superior quality, selected
gut, and are well known brands, true and strong.
Intuna E, per length, 15 cents, per dozen, $1.50
" A, " 18 " " 1.80
" D, " 20 " " 2.00
Black end E, " 15 " " 1.50
A, " 18 " " 1.80
D, " 20 " " 2.00
GENUINE WEIGH OLD TESTED STRINGS cannot be supplied at present.
BEST QUALITY WOUND STRINGS
VIOLIN D STRINGS
Aluminum D, wound on fine quality gut, each 30 cents, per dozen, $3.50
D, " extra " " 40 " " 4.75
VIOLIN G STRINGS
The celebrated "FRIEDRICH" covered strings, wound on the best quality
stretched gut, have been sold to the profession for the past thirty years and are
guaranteed to be the best obtainable. The cheaper grades of factory wound strings
we do not handle at all.
Each Dozen
Copper wire, silver plated, wound on German gut .................. $0.15 $1.60
Italian gut .................... 20 2.00
polished, " " .................... 30 3.20
STANDARD, " silver wire, wound on stretched Padua gut. . . .50 6.00
SPECIAL, " " special wound on finest tested
Padua gut, "flexible" .................................... 75 9.00
EXTRA, polished silver wire, double spun, on S. & M. gut ........ 1.00 12.00
The celebrated ALBERT triple covered tiexihle silver G. 1.00 12.00
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WIRE VIOLIN E STRINGS
Bell brand, good quality per dozen $0.25
Black Diamond, best quality " .40
VIOLA STRINGS
(A and D strings are the same as Violin A and D.)
Best quality wound strings G C
Silver plated copper wire, wound on Italian gut $0.25 $0.30
STANDARD, pure silver wire '• " 60 .90
SPECIAL, " " polished, on Italian gut 75 1,00
EXTRA, " " " double spun, flexible., 1.00 1.25
The celebrated ALBERT triple covered, silver 1.25 1.50
VIOLONCELLO STRINGS
A D
Fine quality gut , $0.25 $0.35
Good quality Italian gut 30 .40
Superior quality Italian gut 40 .50
Finest tested, true in fifths 50 .60
Best quality wound strings G C
STANDARD, silver plated copper wire, wound on Italian gut $0.50 $.60
SPECIAL, " " " •' " extra quality
Italian gut 60 .75
EXTRA, flexible, silk floss under silver plated copper wire 75 1.00
SPECIAL, pure silver wire, polished on Italian gut 1.50 2.00
EXTRA, " " " on tested Italian gut, flexible . 1.75 2.50
The celebrated ALBERT triple covered, copper wire 1.00 1.00
Each
Aluminum $0.30
German silver, polished 50
Leather string pocket books, lined with
oiled silk, four compartments 1.00
Same as above, imitation leather 75
NEW YORK
JOHN FRIEDRICH & BRO.
STRING GAUGES
No. 1.
No. 4.
No. 1. Albert's, for violin, brass
2. " for viola, brass
3. " for violoncello, brass
4. For violin, German silver
5. " or viola, brass, larger gauge.
5^ For violoncello, brass
6. Weichold's Chordometer, German silver, in case
7. Silvestre & Maucotel, similar to No. 4, German silver,
graduated, very fine gauge
1.50
PATENT WIRE E STRING ATTACHMENT
— -, This ingenious invention
is fastened into the E string
hole of the tail piece, and
the loop end of wire E
string put in notch provided
for that purpose. It allows
the wire E string to be
tuned to minutest difference
in pitch, which is almost
impossible when only the
peg is depended upon for
tuning. 30 cents each.
(To attach, remove sec-
tions A and B inserting the
arm from which they are
taken from the lower side
of tail piece. Fasten by
screwing on B. Replace
section A and after placing
the loop wire E on hinged
lever C, tune by turning
screw A in or out.)
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ARTISTIC MUSIC STANDS
The Conventional.
The Universal.
The Universal,
with duet desks.
The Conventional. Desk not tilting, in solid mahogany
or oak $11.00
The Universal. Showing back view with brass tilting
device, allowing desk to be adjusted to different
angles. Solid mahogany or oak 13.00
The Universal. Same as above, but having two adjust-
able desks for duet playing. In solid mahogany
or oak.
19.50
These are the finest music stands made. Selected mahogany and oak
are used in their construction and all metal trimmings
are of solid brass.
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ARTISTIC MUSIC STANDS
The Leipzig.
English Colonial,
with duet desks.
English Colonial.
The Leipzig. Twisted column, Lyre desk, with tilting
device. Solid oak only $16.00
English Colonial. Fluted column, with brass tilting
device for desk. Solid mahogany only 17.00
English Colonial. Same as above, with double desks
for duet playing 25.00
These are the finest music stands made. Selected mahogany and oak
are used in their construction and all metal trimmings
are of solid brass.
NEW YORK
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MUSIC STANDS
No. 1.
No. 6.
No. 2.
Quantity prices quoted on demand.
No. 1. Iron japanned, solid steel legs .... ... $0 50
1^ Nickel plated, solid steel legs 1 .00
2. Black Japan finish, extra heavy weight stand, with
desk attachment for adjusting to different angles 75
4. Nickel-plated, the Hamilton patent, no thumb screws,
automatic, weight 35 oz. , total length when folded,
16>^ inches 1.75
5. Rockwell, the best folding stand on the market, nickel-
plated, lift catch adjustment 1.75
LEATHER CASES FOR FOLDING STANDS
Round, for Hamilton or Rockwell stands $1.25
Square, " " " 1.50
Flat Oval " " " 1.50
ORCHESTRA STAND
No. 6. Heavy iron base and rod, oak frame desk, adjustable
to different angles $3.00
NEW YORK
A BOOK WHICH SHOULD BE IN EVERY
MUSIC LOVER'S LIBRARY
o4 WORK OF PARAMOUNT INTEREST TO
TEACHERS and STUDENTS OF MUSIC, VIOLIN and PIANO
:' Shall I go to Europe to Study?"
Written by the world renowned Violinist
FRANZ WILCZEK
Soloist with Boston, New York, Chicago, Cincinnati, St. Louis,
Los Angeles and other Symphony Orchestras.
It entirely exposes the unscrupulous practices of Foreigners who
await each season's "crop" of American students and is worth many
times its cost, whether a European course of study is contemplated
or not. It is, in fact, a recommendation for students to stay in
America, where the best of instruction can be had without the pit-
falls and temptations to which young- and inexperienced folks are
subject on the other side of the Atlantic.
This brochure fully covers the question put by its (/itie in the
following chapters :
A word from the publisher -Introduction— Advantages of Music —
Preliminaries to the "Dash for Europe"— Approximate expenses of
the trip— About Hotels and Boarding Places (Pensions)— Facts to be
considered before choice of teacher is made— About teaching— The
manufacture of a European Reputation— How an American Concert
Tour is arranged— The joys of "Guardian Angels"— Conclusion.
Special Reduced Price, Bound in Cloth, Post Paid 50 Cents.
Edition Limited.
JOHN FRIEDRICH C& BRO.
FINE VIOLINS
279 FIFTH AVENUE
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UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO LIBRARY
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Music
John Friedrich £ Bro
Condensed catalogue of
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