Where is it? New York? Chicago? Andrew Olson -----Original Message----- From: pianotech-bounces@ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces@ptg.org]On Behalf Of gordon stelter Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2005 11:43 AM To: Pianotech Subject: Dorsey's pianist's piano purchaseable.... Dear List, Fred DeLand started subbing for Roy bargy in the Whiteman orchestra in 1929, at age 13 (!) He went on to play for Ted Lewis, then the Dorsey Orchestra when Sinatra was with them. He also did solo gigs in New York and Chicago, and was a close friend/asociate/pupil of Art Tatum. At one time he was considered the "best all-around pianist in New York". Considering what he showed me a few years ago, in his 80's, I have no doubt about it ! His family has asked me to find a buyer for his piano, a 9', 1929 Everett. Everetts are excellent pianos. This one is in "very good" unrestored condition. Perfect bridges. Restrung neatly probably 20 years ago, but the pins are loose. Soft tone, which, since there is good bearing along all the bridge I could reach, is likely due to the very cheap, super-soft hammers someone put on it, which are worn to nibs. Wessel Nickel and Gross action. Massive ash beams beneath, criss-crossed in a sturdy lattice pattern. All joints soliod and tight. Extremely sturdy constructioin ( heavier than Steinway ). If you want a high-quality 9 footer, but don't want to pay Steinway prices, this would be a very good bet. I have an Everett, and it is superb . Price: $3,300. Thump __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Plan great trips with Yahoo! Travel: Now over 17,000 guides! http://travel.yahoo.com/p-travelguide _______________________________________________ pianotech list info: https://www.moypiano.com/resources/#archives
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