Piano in the Parlour.

John MacGibbon.

A knowledgeable history of the piano in colonial and early twentieth century New Zealand, a time when owning and playing an instrument was a vital aspect of social life. It is also a history of the once buoyant piano trade, and sheet music publishing, that went into decline after the introduction of the gramophone. A beautiful book.

Ngaio Press, Wellington, 2007.

ISBN 9780958224390

Hardback with dust jacket. 127 pages.

SECONDHAND. Fine condition.