To determine the age of a Georges Steck piano with the serial number 161781, you can refer to the manufacturer’s serial number chart, which typically correlates serial numbers with production years. Georges Steck pianos were commonly produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Based on the serial number provided, this piano is likely from the early to mid-1900s, possibly dating around the 1920s. For precise dating, consulting a piano expert or a detailed serial number guide specific to Georges Steck would be beneficial.
The individual vocalists most associated with the civilian band were Marion Hutton and Ray Eberle, along with Tex Beneke who also played 1st saxophone; they were later joined by the Modernaires vocal group. Other singers included Kathleen Lane, Kay Starr, Dorothy Claire, and Skip Nelson. Musicians Ernie Caceres and Jack Lathrop also contributed a few tracks. The major vocalists with the AAF Band were Johnny Desmond along with Artie Malvin and the Crew Chiefs. Drummer Ray McKinley also sang from time to time, and the band was joined by any number of guest singers such as Bing Crosby, Irene Manning, Dinah Shore, and others.
WINTER & CO - Do You Know The History of Your Piano? For many years one of America's largest and leading piano manufacturers, Winter & Co., whose pianos were produced in an ultra modern factory in Memphis, TN starting in1899, still, to this day, have a reputation of progressiveness which has resulted in beautifully toned and styled pianos of long durability. Winter & Co. pianos were produced in a carefully inspected and approved manner used the finest of materials. All genuine Winter pianos bear their name on the fall boards and in its cast on the iron plates. Pianos bearing this name are recommended as absolutely safe to buy. Winter & Co. had all the equipment for production of quality pianos under the most economical conditions. The Winter factory was self-contained with a large lumber yard for storing and air-drying kilns to insure proper drying and aging of all wood parts. The Winter lumber mill was considered a model for completeness of equipment to turn out the most elaborate case work; as well as backs, pin blocks, bridges, etc., of the very highest quality. The veneers used in the Winter pianos were carefully selected for beauty of figure. A completely equipped veneering department had hot plate presses, automatic glue spreaders, veneer dryers, taping and matching machines to insure productive efficiency and permanent bonding. Core stock was quarter-sawed in small strips so that even under the most adverse conditions, warping of case work was held to a minimum. In the case shop, elaborate sanding machines, as well as a staff of hand-sanders, guarantee a beautiful, hand-crafted smooth rich finish. Also, note the 3 foot pedals denoting that this is perhaps a shade above many other upright pianos. All Winter piano cases were double filled and stained before the best quality lacquer was applied to produce the handsome, durable finish. All exposed internal wood parts were filled and sealed to protect against moisture and atmospheric conditions. In stringing, the experienced craftsmen perform action finishing, side-gluing, regulating and tuning; these uniquely crafted operations were the best traditional hand methods ever used in the industry. The craftsmen who built Winter pianos were of long experience, many having been with the company for over thirty years, and had long training in the art of producing fine tone quality. Steady employment at the Winter factory was a result of the large demand for its pianos and this attracted the best and most experienced craftsmen. Every operation in the factory was passed upon by an inspector before moving on to the next department. Finally, each instrument was hand-rubbed, fine tuned, and a final inspection was made and served to protect the high standards of Winter pianos before shipment to the customer. The recognition given by the trade to the Winter line is the best evidence of their musical excellence, fine quality and attractive designs. Winter & Co. made a very comprehensive line of pianos, consisting of Grands, Studios, Spinets, and Consoles in a variety of cases. By 1932, Winter & Co consolidated with the Aeolian - American Piano Company and expanded their factories to into East Rochester, NY, Worchester, MA and the original Winter & Co., factory in Memphis, TN. Aeolian became affiliated with Sears Roebuck and Co. In 1941, brothers, William G. and Henry R. Heller acquired a majority stake in Sears and devoted the company to the production of defense during WWII. Faith in the industry and the conviction that the piano industry needed someone to keep the venerable manufacturers in operation, Aeolian acquire additional companies which would not have otherwise survived during these difficult economic times. During the 1960's, the work force at Aeolian included only excellent craftsmen under the direction of the Heller Brothers who had been associated with these fine makes for many years, thus preserving unimpaired the individual and distinctive quality of each piano they produced. The affiliation of the various houses that formed this large and powerful contributing force to the art of music insures for each a wider scope for musical activity in that each of its units was of the highest quality in its grade, which had an extraordinary economy of production. This company's purchasing power contributed immeasurably to the integrity and value of instruments that were made. By 1982, the Aeolian Corporation owned over 40 registered brand names. By various mergers and acquisitions over the years they combined 16 domestic piano producers and became the largest Canadian producer. Recognition was given by the trade to the various Aeolian lines. The best evidence is that of Aeolian Corporation's pianos manufactured in Memphis and East Rochester. These included grands, studios, spinets, consoles and players in a variety of scales and finishes, as well as case designs. Aeolian produced not only the concert and beginners piano, but also for the artist and leisure time musician. Unfortunately, production began to cease in 1982 and finally ended in 1985. There are however, countless of thousands of Aeolian -American/Winter & Co. pianos still in use throughout America including in private homes, schools, churches and rental fleets. To this day, these finely assembled pianos provide students with the perfect entry level piano ever made at a price that most families could afford. Their quality, craftsmanship and durability are tested with time. Here are the names of the pianos manufactured by Aeolian/Winter & Co: A B Chase Gabler Musette Aeolian - Haines & Co.Normandie Armstrong Haines Bros. Pease Bent, George P. W.P. Haines Pianette Bradbury Hallet & Davis Pianola Brewster Hardman Poole D.S. Buchanan Heller & Company Primatone Cable Holmer & Sons Restonic Cable, Fayette S. Holmes & Co. Rudolph Carola Huntington Schneider, Chickering Ivers & Pond Schiller Conover - Cable Kingsbury George Steck Cook, J.B. Knabe Sterling Crown Kranich & Bach Sting Duo - Art Laffargue Stratford Elbridge Lindeman Stroud Ellsworth Marshall & Wendell Stuyvesant Emerson Mason & Hamlin Vose & Sons Euphona Mehlin & Sons R. W. Waude, J & C. Fischer Melodigrand Weber Foster - Armstrong Mendelssohn Wheelock Franklin Henry F. Miller Wellington
Johannes Steck was born in 1966.
Johannes Steck is 192 cm.
Anton Steck was born in 1965.
Amos Steck was born in 1822.
Amos Steck died in 1908.
Allen Steck was born in 1926.
Dietz Werner Steck is 178 cm.
Michael Steck is 5' 8 1/2".
Ueli Steck was born on 1976-10-04.
Paul Albert Steck died in 1924.
Bruno Steck was born on 1957-09-22.
Hazel Steck's birth name is Hazel Weber.