[78-L] Kryl et al

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I too share your evaluation of Albert Bode's later recordings. However please listen to any of the 1891 Edison recordings of Gilmore's Band (December 17, 19 selections). Solid and in-command lead playing. Unfortunately, like Jules Levy, he had past his prime as a soloist by the turn of the century.

Best,
Dan
On Jul 6, 2011, at 12:00 PM, 78-l-request at klickitat.78online.com wrote:

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> Many thanks, Dave.  There are indeed several early parallels between Clarke and Kryl; they were both in Indianapolis in the 1880s (along with Walter Rogers) and both played in the When Clothing band.  Clarke doesn't mention Kryl in his autobiography, but I wonder if they knew each other, or if Clarke had moved to Rochester before Kryl's arrival.  From what little I've been able to glean about Kryl's character, it seems he could be rather contentious in personal dealings.
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> I'm always surprised at finding Albert Bode's name listed with great cornet soloists.  His 1902-03 records, both as soloist and ensemble player with the early Victor Grand Concert Band, sound quite erratic, to put it kindly.  His technique may have slipped from the 1890s through health or other factors.  Thanks again. Philip