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Sigal Music Museum
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The acclaimed Sigal
Music Museum is located at the Heritage Green cultural
campus in downtown Greenville, SC. The museum
is home to one of the largest collections of
significant historical instruments in the world. This world-class collection features period instruments crafted by some of the most iconic makers of the past 400 years! Our mission is to collect and preserve historical instruments which engage and enrich people of all ages through exhibits, performances, and experiential programs.
Music Museum is located at the Heritage Green cultural
campus in downtown Greenville, SC. The museum
is home to one of the largest collections of
significant historical instruments in the world. This world-class collection features period instruments crafted by some of the most iconic makers of the past 400 years! Our mission is to collect and preserve historical instruments which engage and enrich people of all ages through exhibits, performances, and experiential programs.
The Berent Piano, 1775 - The First Piano Commercially Made and Sold in America - Sigal Music Museum
When this Johan Berent piano re-emerged from its 246-year seclusion, mostly spent within the original family, it created an immediate sensation. The advertisement for this particular piano in the Pennsylvania Packet in early 1775, is among the best-known notices from colonial times in America.
Speculation as to the true nature of this piano has circulated for over two hundred years. During the Bi-Centennial celebrations of America in 1976, several groups turned their attention to highlighting the possibility that such a piano might still exist, though nothing tied any of the pianos then known, to Berent. Only now are we able, at last, to study the construction of the real John Behrent pi...
Speculation as to the true nature of this piano has circulated for over two hundred years. During the Bi-Centennial celebrations of America in 1976, several groups turned their attention to highlighting the possibility that such a piano might still exist, though nothing tied any of the pianos then known, to Berent. Only now are we able, at last, to study the construction of the real John Behrent pi...
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Stephanie Schmidt & Robin Morace on the 1837 Robert Nunns & Clark Bichord Square Piano
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In performance at the Sigal Music Museum, May 16, 2024 Program excerpts: The Violet; Five Step Waltz - C. A. Lopke Kossuth March - Julius E Müller Sonnet: Warum? - Alfred Dudley Turner Shaker's Dance - William O. Bateman
Edgewise Live at Sigal Music Museum - Eleanor Digs Me
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Edgewise is: Vee Popat, saxes - The Wizard of Woodwinds is the Artistic Director of the Greenville Fine Arts Center Duane Malphrus, drums - Duane is veteran of many jazz and rock groups around the Greenville area and teaches a large studio of drum students at the Guitar Center Jon Grier, keyboards - Composer, retired from the Fine Art Center in 2019 Ian Bracchitta, basses - Ian performs extensi...
Keith Davis - The Art of Jazz Improvisation - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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This lecture was made possible by a major grant from South Carolina Humanities. - During his 40-year career as a professional musician, Keith Davis has established a distinguished reputation as a jazz pianist, composer, and educator. He has toured with the Glenn Miller and Artie Shaw orchestras, and with Matt “Guitar” Murphy (Blues Brothers). Other appearances have included performances with mu...
Sigal Music Museum Lectures made possible by a major grant from South Carolina Humanities
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The Sigal Music Museum late-2023/early-2024 Distinguished Lecture Series talks were made possible by a major grant from South Carolina Humanities. The last lecture of this season is a wrap. All the lecture videos have not yet been edited, but we wanted to take a moment to express our thanks to South Carolina Humanities and give everyone a look at the fruits of their grant. We had a wide variety...
Afternoon Tea Party - Proper English Tea at the Sigal Music Museum in Greenville SC
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3:00 o'clock, time for tea! Enjoy an afternoon tea party at Sigal Music Museum! Join us for our monthly afternoon tea, served at 3:00 in the afternoon on the last Wednesday of the month. The schedule changes slightly during the holiday season. Check sigalmusicmuseum.org/calendar for details. Held in the museum, the event will feature savories, sweets, and other fancies! Reserve a table and brin...
Chinobay - Ugandan Musician and Educator - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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This lecture was made possible by a grant from South Carolina Humanities. Chinobay combines diverse cultural and musical explorations to introduce Africa's vibrant heritage. An experienced educator and Ugandan musician, he captivates audiences with cross-cultural insights and fosters international connections.
An Informal Keyboard Tour - Sigal Music Museum
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Madeline Rogers (Visiting Assistant Professor of Piano at Berea College) and her sister discovered the Sigal Music Museum during a day trip to Greenville, SC. We heard her playing, and a cell phone was quickly brought out to make a quick video. When curator Tom Strange joined us, the "quick video" became a tour of the highlights of our keyboard instrument collection. The combination of Madeline...
Gabriel Smallwood performs Gagliarda Napolitana by Antonio Valente - Sigal Music Museum
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Gabriel Smallwood plays Gagliarda Napolitana by Antonio Valente, from his February 15, 2024 concert at Sigal Music Museum. About the instrument - Harpsichord, Anonymous, ca 1660, Italy (Possibly Bologna) - This instrument features the same inner-outer construction as with the Baffo virginals, with an outer case painted dark green and a large lock on the cheek, which are thought to be contempora...
Resound Handpan House in Concert at Sigal Music Museum - First Time
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Resound Handpan House Adam Maalouf - Dan Mulqueen, Michael Akortia - Sofia Dias March 7th, 2024 More info @resound_handpanhouse
Kevin Spears - The Hidden History... - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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Made possible by a grant from South Carolina Humanities. "Kevin Spears puts on a performance full of groove, sound and intimacy that draws you into his unique yet universal world". -Benoit Glazer musical director Cirque Du SOLEIL AfroPop WorldWide says: "Spears utilizes the traditional African instrument and tweaks it to create a soulful, funky sound that would make Stevie Wonder smile." Hailed...
Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred Exhibit Video
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The Sigal Music Museum proudly presents Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred, featuring instruments from the JoAnn and Frank Edwinn Collection, which hails from all over the world.
Hiam Cotton on the 1845 "Chopin" Broadwood Grand Piano
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Hiam Cotton on the 1845 "Chopin" Broadwood Grand Piano
Theatrical Sound Design Using Period-Appropriate Instruments with the Clemson Piano Club
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Theatrical Sound Design Using Period-Appropriate Instruments with the Clemson Piano Club
Jon Grier - A Spooky Dive Into Schubert - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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Jon Grier - A Spooky Dive Into Schubert - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
Darcy Kuronen - Tuneful Treasures - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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Darcy Kuronen - Tuneful Treasures - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
Sage Fogle - Where The Inspiration Takes You
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Sage Fogle - Where The Inspiration Takes You
Adam Maalouf - Percussion Workshop - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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Adam Maalouf - Percussion Workshop - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
Iliana Rose - The Evolution of Cuban Music - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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Iliana Rose - The Evolution of Cuban Music - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
Min Xiao-Fen - Echoes of Revolution and Jazz - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
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Min Xiao-Fen - Echoes of Revolution and Jazz - Sigal Music Museum Distinguished Lecture Series
Serenata Española - Trio Tapestry at the Sigal Music Museum
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Serenata Española - Trio Tapestry at the Sigal Music Museum
Fantasy in G minor by Hélène de Montgeroult, performed by Tamara Wilcox - Sigal Music Museum
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Fantasy in G minor by Hélène de Montgeroult, performed by Tamara Wilcox - Sigal Music Museum
Tamara Wilcox & Tom Strange on Nannette Streicher (née Anna-Maria Stein) and the 1784 Stein Piano
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Tamara Wilcox & Tom Strange on Nannette Streicher (née Anna-Maria Stein) and the 1784 Stein Piano
Bésame Mucho - Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band at the Sigal Music Museum
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Bésame Mucho - Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band at the Sigal Music Museum
Behind the scenes :: WORLDS APART: musical instruments from secular to sacred
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Behind the scenes :: WORLDS APART: musical instruments from secular to sacred
States of Play by Jon Jeffrey Grier - The Palmetto Saxophone Quartet at the Sigal Music Museum
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States of Play by Jon Jeffrey Grier - The Palmetto Saxophone Quartet at the Sigal Music Museum
Experience the Concerts at the Sigal Music Museum in Greenville, SC
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Experience the Concerts at the Sigal Music Museum in Greenville, SC
Under the Double Eagle - Ethan Uslan at the Sigal Music Museum in Greenville, SC
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Under the Double Eagle - Ethan Uslan at the Sigal Music Museum in Greenville, SC
Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps - Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band at the Sigal Music Museum
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Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps - Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band at the Sigal Music Museum
Flight of the Bumblebee - Bumble Boogie - Ethan Uslan at the Sigal Music Museum
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Flight of the Bumblebee - Bumble Boogie - Ethan Uslan at the Sigal Music Museum
She is playing incorrect rhythm. Almost in 5/4. Can hardly take it.
TY for the video and the restoration. It's good to hear period music with period instruments.
Thank you!
Just lovely. Thank you for your care and love for these instruments.
Are there any other early American made pianos or British or Portuguese made around that time that exist in original condition with which you can compare sound quality?
Wow! what an amazing story. Pretty cool you got it playing. Did Mr.Belt save the original SB? If so -- where is it???? We pay close attention to presentations like this one. What kind of wood was used for that original SB? Thank you for your efforts. I have too many questions to ask. Were there any original hammers left from 1776!!!
Respectfully, it is “Auburn University.”
Hey! I play "The Ash Grove" on Violin! My teacher led me to it two lessons ago and it is now one of my favorites.
Thank you for this video piece. Wonderful that the piano still exists. It sounds lovely. I must arrange a visit to your museum.
I came across this video showing incredible knowledge. I have my great grandmother’s Steinway upright piano she purchased in 1879 from Chicago. I have the original handwritten receipt. Craftsmen signed it in many places inside. Can you help me understand its importance level and a direction I could donate it for restoration or museum use. I no longer play. Not trying to make money on it. I did some very amateur restoration in the 1970s, but kept all the parts I replaced (primarily a set of springs originally installed that made the action amazingly feather light. Any response would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. jeffpurvis@juno.com.
It has a sweet tone, certainly suitable for the little old air, the Ash Grove. Interesting story, and an amazing survival. An important part of US musical history and a sad end to its maker.
Hearing the piano, was there a reason it was kept out of tune? Sound board issues? Nice documentary. Thank you.
It is not out of tune! This is what 18th century pianos sound like
Could you have tuned this instrument before this video to give us a better idea of what it really sounded like?
I would guess that because it is so old, tuning it could cause damage, perhaps.
WOW, that was BRILLIANT ! Your channel happened to appear in my inbox by chance, now I'm a sub. What a fantastic find, and your lesson into its history is fascinating. I'm sure your Museum is a wonderful place, but being an aged man in England, I don't suppose I will ever get the opportunity to visit. Thank you for sharing this beautiful instrument with us - I will now have to investigate your channel further. Thanks again - take care 🙂
There was a fabulous collection of keyboard instruments you might have visited called “Finchcocks” (near Goudhurst in Kent) owned and curated by Adlam Burnett. Reproduction keyboard instruments were also made there. Derek Adlam, (the Royce in partnership with, the Rolls being the fine player Richard Burnett) whose recordings are currently on U-tube, was previously the curator of the Colt Collection (near Bethersden in Kent) of early keyboard instruments. Perhaps you have visited these in their day. Sadly I know for certain that “Finchcocks” has been disbanded. I’m uncertain of the fate of the Colt Collection. Both were extraordinary in their day and in England. I wish You luck. RAHG
About 100 years in an attic, partially restored, then restoration completed, sounding extrordinary today. Thank you for sharing this wonderful survivor.😊😊😊
Great story history. How many keys on this keyboard?
..and a hap-py New Year!
But America only started existing in 1776...? So it was first made in the British Empire.😌
The land mass we call America existed long before the USA came into being.
@@SimonBrouwer Oh... I thought George Washington invented America
or, the New World or the North American British colonies
@@warriorson7979No. that was the Continental Congress which declared Independence. George Washington was the General of the Continental army.
How many notes and strings in this instrument and does it have tensioning elements to hold the structural integrity? Does it ressemble elements from Broadwood, Erards or Pleyels of that period?
All very good, Google-worthy questions....🧐🎶🎹
Very interesting. Rather nice sounding instrument. I wonder if Pianoteq will virtulize it?
Wonderful!
Glad you think so!
7:55 why a keyboard shift?
To make a quieter sound
Fewer strings struck?
Wonderful I have in my care one of Peter Redstone's copies of the Americus Backers fortepiano of 1772 he made for Wm and Mary College. A few years ago the original Backers in England was "restored". It got quite a few write ups and some short videos at the time. I'm sure that is the one you played. It was a real adventure for me to acquire the Redstone copy, as prior to that I only knew the Viennese fortepianos, which are very different. Most of what we see in early English forte pianos was at least inspired by Backers original. Basically they stole their designs from him and added "improvements". The Backers is double strung. We're keeping it at A-428 to hopefully prevent it from twisting as your Berent has done. Thanks for putting this up, it made my day!
An interesting and well-presented history of a unique instrument.
Thank you! A great story of a very early instrument.
Our pleasure!
a remarkable story indeed
It really is!
I would like to know how the sound of this piano differs from a modern baby grand, which would seem to be its closest relative. And then there is the question: which is better, old or modern?
No such thing as better. Each has their merit. All comes down to which you enjoy listening to more.
Dear @scottshepard345 @GrotarianSeller is absolutely right. Which is better is a matter of choice. The fact is that many modern instruments have altered from the original instruments that were current when historic composers were alive, and that their contemporary audiences would have been used to hearing. This is largely because concert halls are larger and so are orchestras. Volume is needed to carry throughout large venues (not to mention the acoustic deadening of more people in the audience). The stringed instruments have achieved this by being altered extensively, structurally, from original instruments with heavier strings (and changing strings being made from gut to steel strings in the case of bowed instruments. In the case of plucked stringed instruments changing them from gut to nylon). Modern pianos have steel “skeletons” to take the increased string tension and I am pretty sure that there are no quality violins which are as the original maker built them. They have been dismantled and given heavier bass bars and sound posts as well as being renecked at a steeper angle because they have been refitted with taller bridges. With instruments of extreme monetary value returning them to original design (if we know for certain what that is), known as rebaroquing, is considered out of the question regards “investment value”. Hence the demand by early music performers for reproduction instruments built to “original “ specifications. There are some historic instruments, particularly keyboards, restored to playing condition. These are valuable insights into originality. It’s a fascinating subject and if you’re interested and want to know more do read publications such as the Galpin Society journal and Early Music magazine. As for which is better? The Early Music Movement started, to my knowledge, as part of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Here in England we had Arnold Dolmetch (everyone in England is familiar with the Dolmetch plastic school recorder). He himself came from the continent (Germany or Switzerland, I forget). Arnold Dolmetch was indeed contemporary with William Morris; the leading light of the Arts and Crafts Movement, though Dolmetch was a little bit younger. The whole effort was a reaction to the overwhelming and dehumanising effects of the changes to society wrought by the industrial revolution. In music, as venues became larger and orchestras grew in number, similarly there is a school of thought that the increased power and volume of modern music was equally overwhelming and that the intimacy of music as performed at the time it was originally composed, and as audiences were then used to listening to it, was destroyed. Put simply its about “less is more “. I strongly recommend that you decide what you yourself prefer, starting with Utube, by comparing performances on modern instruments, of now historic composers, with performances by Early Music musicians on “authentic “ instruments. Thereafter graduate to going to live concert performances (if they are available to you locally)of both and get involved in the great debate as to what is truly authentic! Opinions vary and some compromises have to be made. Avoid the ultra puritanical Early Music aficionados who even decry the Romantic Era let alone Stravinsky! I rather enjoy Mendelssohn and Schubert and Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring wouldn’t sound much on “Authentic Instruments”; perish the thought! Do you know my wife was a Punk in her youth and took me to a Strangler’s concert recently! Quite an experience. Peaches was great and I did actually enjoy myself. Mind you, next time she takes me to a rock concert I’m taking ear defenders! Another reason to compromise is that musicians have to play to large audiences in order to make a living. As for gut strings; well yes they are beautiful………so long as they are in tune, which in my experience isn’t very long. I once went to a concert on a gut strung instrument and found the continuous tuning (between every piece and even during the piece) tedious to the point of being maddening! Play the field, but most of all music is to be enjoyed. Find your own passion. Have fun, RAHG 🎉❤
Let all things now living, a song of thanksgiving, to God the Creator, triumphantly raise.
CF Martin learned that he had to be part of a violin guild in Germany to make guitars. Rather than deal with that, he moved to America and started Martin Guitars in 1833. I had not realized the piano makers had the same issue
What fascinating stories. Martin is in Lititz, Pa and David Tannenberg made organs at Lititz. The tune played at the beginning is The Ash Grove, a traditional tune from Wales. Very fitting!
What a wonderful story.
The Sharps are skunk-stripes, popular in English Harpsichords
Great stuff!
Sounds great . Hope to see Keith Davis at Greenville Jazz Fest June 8th.
Brilliant - Ethan must be the most versatile pianist around!
I've been to this museum several times, and nothing is ever in tune. Plus, the guy only knows one piece to play and demonstrate. The Queen Charlotte Kirkman had such a hard action and was poorly regulated.
He really has cachet.
This was a fantastic musical and cultural experience!
I love these serendipitous experiences!
A really rich sound from that instrument.
A fantastic performance!
Where has this been all my life???
🌏😗☝️😗🤬😕🤬😕😭😕☝️😕☝️😕😭😭😕
Eye and Ear opening lecture/performance. Mr. Spears is one of those musicians who overflows with creativity, information & inspiration! Thank you for the great presentation.
This was such a fun and informative event!
You've got to see this!
Don’t sound to great
Thank you for uploading. I am a researcher/player of this kind of instruments. I would like to point out that this "Apollo-lyre" is tuned to an open chord such as AC♯EAC♯E, CEGCEG (not like normal guitar).
I was not a Schubert fan previously. Now maybe I am. The sign of a good lecture!
This was such a great workshop!
This was an incredibly entertaining and informative talk!
Wow. Amazing history.