Forgotten
Old upright piano found in an abandoned barn near Sedalia, MO
and excerpt from Blue Book of Pianos: JESSE FRENCH & SONS
This artistic piano is the finest product of the great factory of the Jesse French & Sons Piano Co. at New Castle. Ind. It is a strictly high grade artistic instrument, notable not only for its fine musical qualities but also for its remarkably beautiful case designs. These instruments have attained to a place of distinction in the world of music. Many great pianists and teachers having expressed for them their preference. A number of leading music schools also have signified their approval of the Jesse French & Sons' pianos by having them installed in their institutions. The Jesse French & Sons' grand pianos appeal equally to the artistic musicians and the owners of fine homes.
12 responses
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Victoria Zamorano gave props (21 Mar 2009):
beautiful. =]
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Eldora gave props (21 Mar 2009):
amazing. very nostalgic. great photo
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Betsy Thraves gave props (21 Mar 2009):
Very nice. Tells a great story, or makes you imagine one.
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Nancy Richard gave props (22 Mar 2009):
Reminds me of all that piano practicing I DID'NT do! LOL
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Jacob Rumsey gave props (1 Apr 2009):
Excellent work, Laurie!
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JOE FAILK gave props (15 Sep 2009):
Yes it rocks Vote!
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Suzanne Arnold said (20 Sep 2009):
yes; nice nostalgic piece of history and i voted!
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Manon Boily gave props (12 Oct 2009):
very good idea. to bad for that piano! voted
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Ken McElroy gave props (13 Oct 2009):
There is a touch of class apparent and a wistfullness for what should have been - my vote, definately.
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Karen Foto Fiddler gave props (22 Oct 2009):
Voted! A great find and entry!
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Steven Maguire gave props (26 Oct 2009):
Fantastic POV!!!! Great capture!!!
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Heaven Man gave props (4 Dec 2009):
This works for this theme!! Got my vote!
