The Etude, Volume LXIII, No. 4, April 1945; Music Magazine
Philadelphia: Theodore Presser Co., 1945. Presumed First Edition, First printing thus. Wraps. 181-240 pages, plus covers. Illustrations. Some musical notes/scores. Cover worn and soiled. Some page browning. Mailing label on front cover. Etude Magazine was published by Theodore Presser Company between 1883 and 1957. It was a staple for music teachers throughout the country, providing articles related to music history, new developments in music, and practical teaching techniques, as well as musical scores from the classics and new pieces for beginning to advanced students. Begun as an aid for piano teachers, the magazine grew to include information and literature for vocal and instrumental enthusiasts as well. Not only is the series important to the musician, but it provides an insight into the culture itself, including the impact of the development of the car, radio, and television, and expands to world music and the influence of world wars on that culture. Among the topics covered are: Tunes, Music Supervisor, Orchestra, Theater, Accompanist, Conductors, Airways, Nuns' Band, Violinist, Keyboard, FDR's Favorite Song. More