Automatic Organs: A Guide to the Mechanical Organ, Orchestrion, Barrel Organ, Fairground, Dancehall & Street Organ, Musical Clock, and O

Exploring the fascinating world of automatic organs, this comprehensive reference provides insights into both large and small mechanical instruments. It features 79 color and 538 black and white photographs, illustrating various types, including pipe organs, barrel organs, and orchestrions. Detailed explanations reveal how these instruments function, alongside a unique list of global makers, distributors, and inventors. This book serves as an essential guide for enthusiasts and newcomers alike, shedding light on the evolution of automatic organs through the ages.