'Piano- u. Musikal.-Handlung' (x1926)

 Glasgow

137, Argyle Street (**1842), 75, West George Street (**1844)(**1846)(**1848), 187, Buchanan Street (**1855), 197, Buchanan Street (**1856), 196, Pitt Street (*1864), Glasgow

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1890-1912 [since 1862 (x1906)(x1912)(x1926)]

'Musikal.- u. Piano-Handlung' (xx1890)(x1906) ------- 'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Orgel-Handlung' (x1912) -------

'Piano- u. Orgel-Handlung' (x1926)

15a, Greenside Place (**1890), 5, Greenside Place (***1892)(***1893)(***1894)(***1895), 3a, Greenside Place (***1896)(***1897), Edinburgh

Image of pianoforte in an advertisement, Post-Office Directory Aberdeen, 1852, p. 295 (digital.nls.uk)

Grimshaw, Bagshaw & Bradshaw's Comic Guide to Dunedin. A humorous, yet ..., 1869, p. 6

Upright pianoforte ca. 1860, Toitū Otago Settlers Museum, Dunedun, New Zealand
Upright pianoforte ca. 1890-1900, Nelson Provincial Museum, New Zealand

NEW ZEALAND - "The Jury would remark upon the really excellent character of the Pianofortes exhibited by English makers, and also upon the very creditable specimen of local manufacture exhibited by Chas. Begg, Dunedin (626). It would be invidious to institute a comparison between this instrument and its English rivals, but as an example of local industry, it is deserving of the highest commendation. Mr. Begg has not aimed at anything extravagant, but simply to produce a sound well-constructed instrument, and he has succeeded in a degree certainly not previously attained by any colonial manufacturer. With the exception of the metal-work, the whole of the parts were constructed by the Exhibitor. The case is of the Red pine (Rimu) of Otago, and the string board and sounding board are of Swiss pine. The action is a simple one, in fact Broadwood's action, and the workmanship throughout is very creditable indeed. Broadwood & Sons (2940), are represented by two excellent Pianofortes-a Grand, exhibited by Mr. West of Dunedin, and a Cottage shown by Mr. Begg (627). Of these instruments, particularly the Grand, the Jury have nothing further to say than that they fully sustain the reputation of the makers. [...][...]" Reports and Awards of the Jurors, New Zealand Exhibition, 1865, p. 204-207 - See the whole story on CHALLEN EXPOSITIONS in 1865

1887 - "As an illustration of the progress of local industries in New Zealand, the Otago Daily Times of Aug. 25th, 1887, writes:-" A piano now in the show-room of Messrs. Chas. Begg & Co., Princes Street, merits inspection. This instrument, a valuable Broadwood, was partially destroyed in the fire of All Saints' parsonage. Little was left of it but the sounding-board and the frame. Messrs. C. Begg & Co. undertook the work of restoring it, and have completed their task with entire success. The grand shows no trace of the fiery ordeal through which it has passed, and Mr. Wishart, the manager, states Mr. Barth, Herr Scherek, and other experts who have examined it, are of opinion that in strength, tone, and appearance it is practically as good as when it first left Messrs. Broadwood's factory." Music Trades Review, 15/10/1887, p. 29

'Pianoforte-maker' ca. 1850-61

Emigrated with his family to Dunedin, New Zealand, in 1861.

"LONDON AND HOME-MANUFACTURED PIANO-FORTES - 8, Black's Buildings, RESPECTFULLY intimates to the public generally, that from the encouragement he has received for the last three years, and his increasing demands, he has found it necessary to keep on hand (over and above those of his own manufacture) a selection from London Manufacturers, which he is prepared to Sell or Hire at a moderate rate. Piano-Fortes Tuned and Repaired in Town and Country, A variety of other Instruments always on hand." Post-Office Directory Aberdeen, 1852, p. 295 (digital.nls.uk)

"CHARLES BEGG, Piano-forte and Music-Saloon, 152, UNION STREET, RESPECTFULLY invites attention to his COTTAGE and SEMI-COTTAGE PIANO-FORTES, now manufactured with Patent Metallic Bracing. C. B., in doing so, warrants the above as instruments hitherto unsurpassed for quality of tone, elasticity of touch, durability, or economy. Every Piano-Forte can be exchanged at 3, 6, 9, or 12 months from the date of purchase, as per agreement. GRAND, SEMI-GRAND, GRAND SQUARE, and COTTAGE PIANO-FORTES, with SINGLE and CHECK ACTION, PATENT TENSION BARS and BRASS BRIDGES, by best London Makers only. Harmoniums, by Alexandre of Paris, FROM £6 TO £55. Tuning and Repairing.— New Music Weekly. 152, Union Street." Post Office Aberdeen Directory, 1858, p. 366 (digital.nls.uk)

Medal, New Zealand Exhibition in Dunedin, 1865

Saloon : 8, Black's Buildings (*1850)(*1851)(*1852)(*1853), House : 5, Black's Buildings (*1850), House : 41, Dee Street (**1853)(*1858)(**1860), 150, Union Street (*1854)(*1855), Saloon : 150, Union Street (*1858)(*1859)(**1860), Workshop : [252], Union Street (*1858)(*1860)(**1860)(*1861), Aberdeen

Princes Street (y1887), Dunedin, New Zealand

'Musikal.-, Piano-, Musikinstr.- u. Sprechm.-Handlung' (x1926)

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1890-1926

'Handlung mit Pianos, Orgeln u. Musikinstr.' (xx1890) ------- 'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Orgel- u. Musikinstr.-Handlung' (x1906) ------- 'Importeur u. Händler mit Musikal., Pianos, Orgeln, Musikinstr., Sprechm. u. Bestandteilen' (x1912)(x1926)

'Musikal.- u. Instr.-Handlung' (xx1890)

'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Musikinstr.-Handlung' (x1906)

"M. BLACK, EXCELSIOR CHINA SHOP AND MUSIC DEPOT, HAMILTON. CONSIDERING that Mr. H. M. Black’s glass and china warehouse and musical depot combined form the leading establishment of the kind either in Hamilton or in the county of Lanarkshire, he is well justified in adopting as his trade-mark the device “Excelsior.” The premises occupy a prominent and commanding position facing the New Cross of the town, and close to the central station of the Caledonian Railway. The warehouse forms a gusset or triangular corner at the New Cross, and it has thus two extensive frontages, one facing Quarry Street, and the other facing Chapel Street. For the exhibition of Mr. Black’s immense quantity and variety of stock no fewer than twelve massive windows are requisitioned around the frontages of the warehouse. The interior of the premises are conveniently divided into different departments, with a neatly arranged office in the centre, while all around are counters, shelves, cases and stands, the basement of the building consisting of capacious storage accommodation. The general aspect of the Excelsior warehouse is that of a grand fancy bazaar, the multitude of choice and artistic articles forming quite a dazzling spectacle. China tea sets, dinner, bedroom and toilet sets in the newest patterns, neatest shapes and at the lowest prices are set out in the richest profusion for the inspection of customers. There is a magnificent collection also of home and foreign glass in different colour and designs, Bohemia vases, flower stands and fern shades, gas globes, and brown teapots. Mr. Black keeps a choice selection of articles suitable for useful presents, and, as his prices compare favourably with those of other firms, he does a very extensive business in this connection. The stationery department comprises a large assortment of plain and fancy papers, fancy goods of all sorts, and a considerable stock of nick-nacks and other small wares, handy, useful and ornamental.

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1894-1912

BLACK H. M. (x1906)(x1912)

 'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Orgel-Handlung' (x1906)(x1912)

In the music depot Mr. Black shows a number of pianofortes, American organs, and harmoniums, which he claims will well bear inspection, and he points out that as he obtains these high-class musical instruments direct from the makers, he is in a position to supply them at wholesale prices. Here also is a choice assortment of violins from the modest figure of four shillings and sixpence, and a special line of melodeons and concertinas from three and sixpence. Violin strings and fittings of the finest quality are always in stock, and there is a large supply of sheet and other music to be had at all times. Mr. Black tunes and repairs pianos, harmoniums, and organs at reasonable rates, and so satisfactorily is this work performed that he has an ever-growing connection among the gentry and leading inhabitants of the district. Personally Mr. Black is a most agreeable young man, and, during the ten years he has been in business, has established not only a commercial reputation of a very high standard, but has, by his unvarying courtesy, integrity, and rectitude, raised himself to a very high degree in the estimation of his fellow-townsmen." Progress - Commerce 1894, Rivers of the North, 1894 (messybeast.com)

Triangular corner at the New Cross (xx1894), 126, Quarry Street (x1906), Hamilton

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1912-26

'Musikal.-, Piano-, Orgel- u. Musikinstr.-Handlung' (x1912)(x1926)

BLACK W. W. (x1926)

'Piano- u. Orgel-Handlung' (x1912)

Glaisnock Street (x1912), Old Cumnock

23, Howe Street (xx1891), 29, Clarence Street (***1892)(***1893), 10[a], North Street, David Street (***1894)(***1895)(***1896)(***1897)(***1898)(***1899), 24b, Pitt Street (***1900), Edinburgh

'Piano- u. Orgel-Händler u. - Stimmer' (x1906) ------- 'Piano-Handlung' (x1926)

82, Dean Street (x1906), 27, Witch Road (x1926), Kilmarnock

'Pianoforte-tuner' ca. 1890-1908

56, Park Street (*1890), 106, George Street (*1891), 33, George Street (*1892), 5, Huntly Street (**1893), 15, Huntly Street (**1894), 98, Rosemount Viaduct (**1895)(**1896)(**1897), 1 ½, Spa Street (**1898), 93, Union Grove (**1899)(**1900)(**1901)(**1902)(**1903)(**1904), 28, Watson Street (**1906)(**1907)(**1908), Aberdeen

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1912 [since 1875 (x1912)]

'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Orgel-Händler u. -Stimmer' (x1912)

7, Hill Street (x1912), Arbroath

BOOTH J. & Sons (*1873)(*1874)(*1875)(**1875)(*1876)(*1877)(*1878)(*1879)

140, Union Street (*1873)(*1874)(*1875)(**1875)(*1876)(*1877)(*1878), Workshop : 7, Union Wynd (*1873)(*1874)(*1875)(*1876), B.J. : 2, Henry Place (*1873)(*1874)(*1875)(*1876), 92, Union Street (*1879), Aberdeen

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1909

16, Hollybank Place (**1909), Aberdeen

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1880

1, Abbey Street (**1880), Edinburgh

'Pianoforte-maker' ca. 1905-08

5, Crimon Place (**1905)(**1906)(**1907)(**1908), Aberdeen

(ca. 1835 - ?)(⁴)

'Pianoforte-maker' and tuner ca. 1851-57

4, Carlton Court (1851)(⁴), 34, Holmhead Street(**1854)(**1856)(*1857), House : 11, Sauchiehall Street (**1854)(*1857), Glasgow

'Pianoforte-makers' and tuners ca. 1857

5 and 21, Thistle Street, Hutchesontown (*1857), Glasgow

(1811 - 1873)(⁴)

'Pianoforte-maker' ca. 1838-79

LUTTED & BOWMANN (1838)(⁴)

BOWMAN W. & G. (**1840)(**1842)

BOWMAN W. (**1848)

1851 : employing 20 men and 5 women (⁴)

BOWMAN & Co (1857)(⁴), 'Pianoforte makers and tuners'

BOWMAN Wm. (y1870), 'Pianoforte manufacturer and tuner'

21, Gordon Street (1838)(⁴), 105, High John Street (**1840)(**1842), 13, Bridge Street, Tradeston (**1844)(**1846), 13, Bridge Street, Tradeston (**1848), [8], Carlton Court, [New] Bridge Street, [house 4] (y1846)(**1854)(**1855)(**1856)(*1857)(*1861), 13, Bridge Street, Tradeston (**1848), 5-21, Thistle Street (1857)(⁴), 13, Carlton Court, Bridge Street, Laurieston (**1860)(1861)(⁴), 76, Gordon Street (**1863)(*1864), 23-25, Bellgrove Street (**1863)(1864)(⁴), 18, Renfield Street (*1866), 23, Bellgrove Street (*1864)(*1866)(y1870), House : 25, Bellgrove Street (y1870), Kames House (1873)(⁴), Glasgow

(ca. 1840 - ca. 1920)

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1861-1926 [since 1835 (xx1890)(x1906)(x1912)(x1926)]

Second son of William BOWMANN (⁴), here above

'Musikal.- u. Piano-Handlung' (xx1890)(x1906) ------- 'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Orgel-Handlung' (x1912)(x1926)

Possible death in Glasgow in 1920 (⁴)

4, Carlton Court (1861)(⁴), 13, Carlton Court, Bridge Street, Laurieston (**1860), 76, Gordon Street (**1863)(*1864), 23-25, Bellgrove Street (**1863), 18, Renfield Street (*1866), 23, Bellgrove Street (*1864)(*1866), 166, Hope Street (***1879), 177, Sauchiehall Street (*1893), 285 [287 ?], Sauchiehall Street (xx1890)(*1895)(*1897)(*1903)(*1906)(*1909)(1911)(⁴), 265, Sauchiehall Street (x1906), 267, Sauchiehall Street (x1912), 52-54, Sauchiehall Street (x1926), Glasgow

BOYD Adam & Sons (xx1890), 'Musikal.- u. Instr.-Handlung'

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1894-1910 [since 1878 (x1906)]

'Piano-Handlung' (x1906)

 The interior, which has a depth of fifty feet, affords copious space for the effective display of a great variety of pianofortes by the most celebrated makers, Mr. Brown’s intimate and extensive relations with whom enable him to offer their choicest productions to his customers on exceptionally advantageous terms. Even more thoroughly representative is Mr. Brown’s assortment of American organs, of which he holds one of the largest and best stocks in Scotland, being, in particular, the sole agent for Newman Brothers’ celebrated American organs. Amongst the stocks of other musical instruments which Mr. Brown holds, the violins are entitled to special notice for their number and rare tone, some of them being regarded by experts as equal to the work of the old masters. In the warehouse will always be found a choice and comprehensive selection of sheet music, including all approved novelties, and a very full collection of popular old English, Scotch and Irish songs and ballads. To the rear is a well-appointed office with all the appliances for the convenient despatch of commercial business." Progress - Commerce 1894, Rivers of the North, 1894 (messybeast.com)

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1906-12 [since 1847 (x1906)(x1912)(x1926) -  fondaton date of LOGAN]

1906 - Owner : Robert BROWN (x1906)

'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Orgel-Handlung' (x1906) ------- 'Musikal.-, Piano- u. Musikinstr.-Handlung' (x1912)(x1926)

BROWN Robert & Co (**1910)

Successor of LOGAN & Co, Aberdeen; (x1906)

BROWN Robert (x1926)

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1770-95

WOOD, BRUCE & Co (ca. 1815), see also WOOD

BRUCE James & SMALL George & Co (1829-37), see also SMALL

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1894

Harmoniums, American organs, as well as pianos, are replete with the latest improvements, and finished in a sound, durable, and thoroughly workmanlike manner. As a manufacturer of violins, Mr. Brunskill has shown himself one of the most expert and capable in the Kingdom. His instruments are made after the famous models of Antonius Straduarius and Nicholas Amati, and the greatest care is exercised at every stage. After some years of close study and experiments, Mr. Brunskill has succeeded in making a coloured transparent varnish which brings out all the delicate beauty of the wood, until his productions seem veritable “Cremonas” in appearance. He was awarded the gold medal at the Edinburgh Exhibition of 1890, as also the highest award, a silver medal, at Newcastle Exhibition, 1893, for the tone and finish of his violins; and Senor Carrodus, “the King of Fiddlers,” says of them: “I find them good in tone, especially handsome, and an excellent copy of Straduarius. They will improve with careful use and age.” The proprietor holds, also, extensive assortments of bows and cases, banjos, guitars, mandolines, flutes, piccolos, clarionets, cornets, melodeons, concertinas, &c., as well as a varied selection of the latest and most popular song and dance music. Pianos, organs, and harmoniums are lent out on hire, or can be obtained on easy terms by the hire purchase system. Specially advantageous terms are given to military and fife and drum bands. Mr. Brunskill is regarded as an able member of the branch of business in which he 3s engaged, and his name is synonymous with honourable and straightforward dealings." Progress - Commerce 1894, Rivers of the North, 1894 (messybeast.com)

  356, Scotswood Road (xx1894), Newcastle-on-Tyne

60, Bridge Street (xx1894), Brewick-on-Tweed

SEE ALSO ...

  BRYSSON George in Liverpool and Surrey

Pianoforte-maker and/or pianoforte dealer ca. 1807-15

1815 - "Deaths. [...] Jan. 30. At. Edinburgh, Mrs Brysson, wife of George Brysson, piano-forte maker." The Scots Magazine and Edinburgh Literary Miscellany, 1815, p. 239

"BUCHAN & STEVENSON, Music-Sellers, 26 & 28 BANK STREET. PARTIES wishing to Purchase or Hire PIANOFORTES will find at B. & S.'s MUSIC SALOON a Large Stock, comprising all the different Designs of the Best Makers, including Broadwood, Collakd, Erard, and other eminent Manufacturers. Each Instrument can be recommended with the certainty of giving entire satisfaction. AND OTHERS. MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION. VIOLIN, GUITAR, & BANJO STRINGS, OF THE BEST QUALITY, ALWAYS ON HAND. Music at Half-Price - NEW PIANOFORTES LENT ON HIRE, FROM 10s. 6d. PER MONTH AND UPWARDS. BUCHAN & STEVENSON, PIANOFORTE AND HARMONIUM WAREHOUSE, 26 & 28 Bank Street." Post Office Dundee Directory, including Lochee, Broughty Ferry, Newport, and the Rurual District in the vicinity of Dundee, for 1871-72, p. 525 (digital.nls.uk)

Pianoforte-makers and/or pianoforte dealers ca. 1869-72

BUCHAN John S., Strawberrybank, 12 (x1871)

26-28, Bank Street (x1869)(x1871), Dundee

'Musikal.- und Piano-Handlung' (xx1890)(x1906)

'Pianoforte-maker' ca. 1854-57

28, Bedford Street (**1854), 134, Upper Thistle Street (**1855)(**1856)(*1857),  Glasgow

'Musikal.-Händler u. Piano-Stimmer' (x1912)

'Musikal.- und Piano-Handlung' (xx1890)

'Musikal.- u. Piano-Handlung' (x1926)

(**1900): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1900, p. 494-495 (digital.nls.uk)

(***1900): 'Post-Office Edinburgh & Leith directory', 1900, p. 727-728 (digital.nls.uk)

(**1901): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1901, p. 468 (digital.nls.uk)

(**1902): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1902, p. 466 (digital.nls.uk)

(*1903): 'Annuaire des artistes et de l'enseignement dramatique et musical', 1903, p. 1103-1110 (gallica.bnf.fr)

(**1903): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1903, p. 475 (digital.nls.uk)

(**1904): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1904, p. 475 (digital.nls.uk)

(**1905): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1905, p. 494 (digital.nls.uk)

(*1906): 'Annuaire des artistes et de l'enseignement dramatique', 1906, p. 1091-1100 (gallica.bnf.fr)

(**1906): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1906, p. 508 (digital.nls.uk)

(x1906): 'Weltadressbuch der gesammten Musikinstrumenten-Industrie', 1906, Aberdeen p. 372, Glasgow p. 401-403, Hamilton p. 405, Helensburgh p. 406, Kilmarnock p. 411, Perth p. 474 (digital.sim.spk-berlin.de)

(**1907): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1907, p. 518 (digital.nls.uk)

(y1907): 'Kelly's Directory of Merchants, Manufacturers and Shippers', 1907, p. 13-14

(**1908): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1908, p. 527 (digital.nls.uk)

(*1909): 'Annuaire des artistes et de l'enseignement dramatique et musical', 1909, p. 1105-1113 (gallica.bnf.fr)

(**1909): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1909, p. 553-554 (digital.nls.uk)

(*1910): 'Annuaire des artistes et de l'enseignement dramatique et musical', 1910, p. 1144-1153 (gallica.bnf.fr)

(**1910): 'Post Office Aberdeen Directory', 1910, p. 571 (digital.nls.uk)

(**1911): 'Post office Aberdeen Directory', 1911, p. 576 (digital.nls.uk)

(x1912): 'Welt-Adressbuch der gesamten Musikinstrumenten-Industrie', 1912, Aberdeen p. 499, Arbroth p. 501, Cupar p. 522, Dundee p. 525, Glasgow p. 530-532, Hamilton p. 535, Helensburgh p. 536, Old Cumnock p. 611 (digital.sim.spk-berlin.de)

(*1923): 'The Post Office Annual Glasgow Directory for 1923', p. 1458 (archive.org)

(x1926): 'Weltadressbuch der gesammten Musikinstrumenten-Industrie', 1926, Aberdeen p. 186, Ayr p. 189, Dumfries p. 216, Edinburgh p. 219-220, Glasgow p. 224-227, Greenock p. 228, Helensburgh p. 231, Kilmarnock p. 238 (digital.sim.spk-berlin.de)

(¹): 'Histoire de piano de 1700 à 1950', Mario Pizzi, 1983

(²): 'Makers of the Piano 1700-1820' and 'Makers of the Piano 1820-1860', Martha Novak Clinkscale, 1993

(⁴): Information by David Allan