It would be a difficult matter to decide as to whether the French or ths Germans are the greater musicians. Both have characteristics of their own. French music being noted for its vivacity. In the production of musical instrum nts, especially pianos, both nations can claim special and pesuliar merits. In mechanical skill the French have no superiors, especially so where delicacy of mechanism is concerned. The Pleyel piano is a typical French instrument—it is perfect. The construction of the piano is correct and mechanically exact; the tone is sweet and resonant, and the tone lasts. The materials are the bast obtainable, and a Fleyel piano in the home is a treasure worth having. The Wellington Piano Co., ltd. are represented in Masterton by Messrs J, A. J: Mactein and Co,, of Perry Street, from whom fal'. particulars as to *to., m j b obtained.
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Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 987, 5 March 1910, Page 5
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145Page 5 Advertisements Column 7 Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 987, 5 March 1910, Page 5
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