There were four other identical Specials that followed from North Tonawanda, (built for the Detroit Fox, St. Papp was often heard to remark that Crawford was difficult, but that "what he wanted was good." And it showed. Dan Papp, another tonal genius and part-time master technician to the Wurlitzer Company, was charged with the permanent care of the instrument and, between Crawford and Papp, she underwent a rigorous refining process which lasted for months. It was this last step that would eventually be perhaps the most critical in elevating the organ to a "magical'.' status.
This tiny, rare and unusual Wurlitzer Butterfly Grand is perfect for someone with very limited space for a baby grand piano. Well known for his solo performances, recordings, and interpretations of the music of the day, Crawford made several suggestions to Wurlitzer on particular features that he wished to have included in the organ and he took a hand in the all-important tonal finishing in the theatre. The famous Rudolph Wurlitzer Company was one of the largest, most successful makers of pianos and organs in American history. Although there were already a few organs installed in cinemas at that time, the Wurlitzer at the New gallery was the first of its type to be heard on recordings and the radio. Known band organ models once produced by the Rudolph Wurlitzer Company of North Tonawanda. The Blackpool Opera House organ of 1939, designed by Horace Finch, was the last new Wurlitzer to be installed in the UK. The Trocadero Elephant and Castle Wurlitzer was the largest organ ever shipped to the UK, installed in 1930 for the grand opening of the 3,400-seater cinema.
Founded in 1852 by Jacob Estey, who bought out another Brattleboro manufacturing business. This organ is now located at Rye College in East Sussex. To properly showcase this unique jewel, the most famous theatre organist in America, Jesse Crawford, was engaged to the principal staff position. It was the largest and most tonally complete of the three and cost £5,500. Organ manufacturer located in the United States.
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