This is probably the first attempt at giving a working knowledge of the
field of sheet music collecting.
Not a history of American Music but a necessary tool for every Rare and
Out of Print Dealer and even the seasoned collector of this interesting
material.
Definitely names highspots and attempts at valuation (Both the Author
and Publisher realize that prices in such a field can only be
approximate as condition, demand and scarcity are prime factors.)
Included is a Checklist of Early American Music Publishers, their places
and dates of operation.