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Hilborne and Frank Roosevelt - by David H. Fox
$32.95
From David Fox's Preface: "Whenever the term 'patrician' is applied to organ building, one often calls to mind the work of Hilborne Roosevelt for two reasons. First, for his birth into a family of wealth and social standing that would eventually produce two Presidents of the United States. Second, for the high-mindedness with which he approached the construction of organs - only the finest aspects of various styles, the best materials, and most skilled craftsmen were employed. This fascinating look at the Roosevelt Organ Company, with many photos and a complete list of instruments and patents.
2012, OHS Press, paperback, 366 pages.
Current Stock:
2
SKU:
978-0-9134-9942-9
GTIN:
9780913499429
MPN:
ROOSEVELT
Width:
6.50
(in)
Height:
9.50
(in)
Depth:
1.25
(in)
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A good start for more research
I thought this work was pretty well put together, however I was informed by a contributor to this book that it is not the final word on Roosevelt organs. In fact, this person stated that in the first edition there we numerous edits that didn't make the first printing. Its not exactly clear if the text available today is a second edition or not but it still an entertaining read . However I think $20 would be a better price point for the paperback in its current form. I also would have like to seen more photos of the people and workshop of Roosevelt Organs. An illustrative family tree would also be well served as well as any photos of Roosevelt at the expositions were he showed off his instruments (if they exist).
