Steinway & Sons
This history of the iconic piano brand chronicles the story of an immigrant family, American ingenuity, and more than a century of musical excellence.
 
The legendary piano maker Steinway & Sons holds a unique place in American history. The name alone conjures many things: a symbol of class and elegance, an American success story, an area of New York City, and the height of craftsmanship. From their factory in Queens, located on Steinway Place, the company has touched the hearts of millions across the world, from piano teachers and students to world-class musicians, and from salespeople to artisans, audiences, and music lovers.
 
After leaving his native Germany for America in 1850, Henry E. Steinway established his new enterprise with a simple but ambitious mission “to build the best piano possible.” In the late 19th century, Steinway emerged as the standard-bearer in piano design and manufacturing, outshining and outlasting other brands including Chickering and Weber. Today, the Steinway piano is still built by hand in New York City according to the same stringent processes developed by Henry E. Steinway and his sons more than a century ago.
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Steinway & Sons
This history of the iconic piano brand chronicles the story of an immigrant family, American ingenuity, and more than a century of musical excellence.
 
The legendary piano maker Steinway & Sons holds a unique place in American history. The name alone conjures many things: a symbol of class and elegance, an American success story, an area of New York City, and the height of craftsmanship. From their factory in Queens, located on Steinway Place, the company has touched the hearts of millions across the world, from piano teachers and students to world-class musicians, and from salespeople to artisans, audiences, and music lovers.
 
After leaving his native Germany for America in 1850, Henry E. Steinway established his new enterprise with a simple but ambitious mission “to build the best piano possible.” In the late 19th century, Steinway emerged as the standard-bearer in piano design and manufacturing, outshining and outlasting other brands including Chickering and Weber. Today, the Steinway piano is still built by hand in New York City according to the same stringent processes developed by Henry E. Steinway and his sons more than a century ago.
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Steinway & Sons

Steinway & Sons

by Laura Lee Smith
Steinway & Sons

Steinway & Sons

by Laura Lee Smith

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This history of the iconic piano brand chronicles the story of an immigrant family, American ingenuity, and more than a century of musical excellence.
 
The legendary piano maker Steinway & Sons holds a unique place in American history. The name alone conjures many things: a symbol of class and elegance, an American success story, an area of New York City, and the height of craftsmanship. From their factory in Queens, located on Steinway Place, the company has touched the hearts of millions across the world, from piano teachers and students to world-class musicians, and from salespeople to artisans, audiences, and music lovers.
 
After leaving his native Germany for America in 1850, Henry E. Steinway established his new enterprise with a simple but ambitious mission “to build the best piano possible.” In the late 19th century, Steinway emerged as the standard-bearer in piano design and manufacturing, outshining and outlasting other brands including Chickering and Weber. Today, the Steinway piano is still built by hand in New York City according to the same stringent processes developed by Henry E. Steinway and his sons more than a century ago.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781439669877
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date: 04/13/2021
Series: Images of America Series
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 131
File size: 77 MB
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About the Author

About The Author
Novelist Laura Lee Smith, a longtime writer for Steinway & Sons, has created a chronicle of this dynamic company that provides a time capsule not just of piano history but also of American innovation and business acumen.

Table of Contents

Foreword 6

Acknowledgments 7

Introduction 8

1 From Germany to America: Steinway Arrives in New York City 9

2 Henry E. Steinway's Vision: To Build the Best Piano Possible 21

3 Wealth, Power, and Prestige: A Legacy Takes Shape 39

4 Craft and Creativity: The Rise of the Steinway Artisan 53

5 Steinway Village: The Company Comes to Astoria 65

6 Steinway Hall: Center of Music and Culture 81

7 A Time of Transition: Steinway during the War 99

8 People and Pianos: Steinway through the Decades 113

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