Download or read book Automatic Pianos written by Arthur W. J. G. Ord-Hume and published by Atglen, PA : Schiffer Pub.. This book was released on 2004 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All you need to know about pianos that play automaticallyplayer-pianos, barrel pianos, mechanical pianos, and reproducing pianos. Their invention and development, plus how they work as well as the right way to look after one and play it well. Includes lists of makers, brand names, music-roll, and a guide to prices. Additional chapters devoted to the maintenance and operation of the roll-playing Aeolian Orchestrelle reed-organ.