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The AMICA Bulletin Members also receive a copy of the AMICA Member Directory as a membership benefit. The Directory is publish bi-annually, and contains a listing of members and their contact information and their published instrument list. Data is sorted by Last name and by State/Region for easy indexing. Members may also order additional copies. (contact our Membership Secretary for more information from the Our Organization page) Click on the image to preview the current edition, or see below to view previously published bulletin covers and complete bulletins |
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AMICA Bulletins from the Past - click on any to read complete bulletin |
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Some Technical Articles that have appeared in past Bulletins ... |
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The Choralcelo by C.W. Jenkins |
The Evolution of the Ampico by Richard Howe and Jeff Morgan |
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Victor Arden and Adam Carroll, The Preeminent Piano Duo by Barry Leedy |
Self-Tuning Pianos Soon
to be a Commercial Reality by Karl Ellison |
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Welte Covered by Denis Condon |
Fidelity and the Ampico System by Nelson Barden, Jeff Morgan, Richard Howe |
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J. Lawrence Cook Biography - Part 1 of 2 by Jean Lawrence Cook M.D. |
Tech-Tips: Ampico Modification Systems by Jeff Morgan |
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J. Lawrence Cook Biography - Part 2 of 2 by Jean Lawrence Cook M.D. |
Tech-Tips: Duo-Art Accordion Pneumatics by David Saul |
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T-100 Welte-Mignon; The actual cost of Ownership by Mark Reinhart |
History of the Player -
McTammany by Julian Dyer |
Book Publications:
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An AMICA Publication for 2021, By Arthur A. Reblitz & David Bowers AMICA Members: $85 USA, $90 Canada Non-Members: $100 USA, $105 Canada |
AMICA is proud to announce this long-awaited publication of The Reblitz-Bowers Encyclopedia of American Coin-Operated Pianos and Orchestrions and Related Instruments. The title says it all! Written by the most revered authors of mechanical music, this entirely new hardcover book in 8-1/2” X 11” contains over 900 pages packed with the history of every major American builder of coin pianos and orchestrions, plus pictures of every known model. For a printable advertisement, click here (shipments to begin late January 2021)
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Encyclopedia of American Organettes
An AMICA Publication for 2019, By Q. David Bowers For a printable advertisement with ordering information, click here |
I am pleased to announce that our resident AMICA author, Q. David Bowers, has contributed another of the “Encyclopedia” series, this time all about American organettes. This is a wonderful book that should be in all members’ collection. It is very high quality hard back, some 325+ pages, and some 1,000+ images, many in glorious color. A fine presentation on your favorite coffee table. The book is a great example what of emerges from research, something all AMICAs will be pleased with. It contains 33 chapters, embracing their history, observations about collecting, and an in-depth review of 29 American manufacturers. Many previously undocumented surprises emerge. Kevin McElhone in the UK, an author in his own right, has made numerous contributions towards publication of this book. He comments in his Foreword– “I hope any reader ofthis new book will have their imagination inspired to find out more and perhaps even to start collecting these interesting early automatic musical instruments.” While I did the layout of the book, in preparation for printing, I was delighted that AMICAns Mike Walter and Joel Clusky, stepped in to complete the project and bring it to life in its full glory! Very much appreciated. The book is now available to members and non-members at an introductory price of $49.95 + $6 postage (continental US), valid until the initial print run is sold out. Purchase may be made by personal check or bank money order, made payable to AMICA International, mailed to Project Coordinator, Mike Walter. When the initial print run is sold out, the book will continue to be made avaiilable at an increased cost directly through our publisher. All are encouraged to take advantage of this initial favorable introductory price. Terry Smythe |
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Encyclopedia of Disc Music Boxes
An AMICA Publication for 2017, By Q. David Bowers |
Consistent within AMICA's stated objective of " ... educating the public about the historical and cultural significance of automatic musical instruments.", AMICA is about to publish a new book Encyclopedia of Disc Music Boxes, authored by the elder statesman, Q. David Bowers. This book is of equal magnitude and importance to David's earlier monumental Encyclopedia of Automatic Musical Instruments, published in 1972, which is still an excellent reference. This high-quality book, with 43 chapters, 715 pages and some 1 ,600+ images, is a "must have" book for all AMICAns and others sharing an interest in disc music boxes. A classic coffee table type book to be prominently displayed in members' homes, it is certain to provoke interest in automatic musical instruments, and enhance membership numbers. After many years of gathering new information, David has skillfully traced the origins and development of disc music boxes from the 1880's to the early 1920's. This book contains information about disc-type music boxes made in Germany, Switzerland, America, and a few other places, much of which is new information not previously published. Each company has its own chapter, beginning with its history, publicity and news as reflected in German and American trade papers and elsewhere, followed by a listing of models in order by disc sizes, original catalogue illustrations, specifications, and other rarely found information. Throughout is a "gallery" of full color photographs showing examples from private collections and museums around the world. |
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The Violin-Playing Machines |
Exclusively through AMICA ... |
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"Mechanical Music" by Kevin McElhone
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an AMICA project, the Midwest Chapter has available the book "Mechanical
Music" by Kevin McElhone for a very reasonable cost. The 4"x
8" paperback book is an excellent introduction to all aspects of
automatic musical instruments including history, descriptions, and basic
principles of operation. The book has 48 pages with over 100 color
photographs including a photograph of J. Lawrence Cook at his arranging piano.
The book is ideal to acquaint individuals to automatic music and encourage
prospective collectors to participate in AMICA. AMICA members who host
groups and individuals for display and demonstration of their instruments
should have a number of copies on hand to make available to people that wish
to learn more and/or have a memento of their visit. Each book will |
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