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  Ludwig Bechstein - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ludwig Bechstein (November 24, 1801 - May 14, 1860) was a German writer and collector of folk fairy tales.
He was born in Weimar, the illegitimate child of Johanna Carolina Dorothea Bechstein and Hubert Dupontreau, a French emigrant who disappeared even before the birth of the child, and Ludwig thus grew up his first nine years in very poor economic conditions.
Bechstein published many works and was a successful author of his time.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ludwig_Bechstein   (219 words)

  
 Myotis bechsteinii - Bechstein's Bat
Bechstein's bats are very rare, and most recorded sightings have been in winter.
You may be lucky enough to see Bechstein's bats beside coniferous, mixed or deciduous woodland, where they feed on moths, beetles and other flying insects.
Bechstein's bats are sometimes found in underground roosting sites in Britain during the winter, where they hang freely.
www.first-nature.com /bats/myotis_bechsteinii.htm   (156 words)

  
 Berceuse for Bechstein
From the company's foundation in 1856 in Berlin until the Second World War the Bechstein piano played a major role in European musical life, from concert halls to the salons of patrons and socialites, from the studios of famous artists and teachers to the practise rooms of students.
The Bechstein's more delicate nuances and shallower, slower action-response made it less suitable too for the new virtuoso techniques which composer-pianists such as Rachmaninoff and Prokofiev, were developing; and, in addition, the recording studios had discovered that the clearer tone of the Steinway was more suitable for their ever-improving techniques.
So unfortunately the baby was thrown out with the Bechstein, and an unswimmable gulf was formed between the professional pianist and the now passive audience member, a gulf which has deeply affected concert life over the last few decades and seriously threatens its future, as audience numbers decrease steadily.
www.stephenhough.com /writings/berceuse_bechstein.htm   (984 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Bechstein grand piano lids are stunning in their beauty of finish, be they satin or high gloss wood, be they satin or high gloss polyester.
But the true value of the Bechstein lids is in their interior: a series of solid wood boards are glued together to form a light weight, yet stable board, sealed on both surfaces and on all edges by numerous layers of superior veneers.
The Bechstein acoustic body Concert 8 is the closest to the absolute ideal of piano sonority, it thereby presents an invitation for the interpreter's most contrasting styles of music.
www.pianopiano.com /bechmod.html   (1692 words)

  
 Courtney Pianos: C. Bechstein Pianos
Bechstein survived the `great depression' in 1929-1934, when many piano builders were forced out of business.
Bechstein today still prospers, and has bought Zimmermann and W Hoffmann into the Bechstein fold.
Up to around 1902, Bechstein built 5 sizes of grand; these were known as models I to V ('roman' 1-5).
www.courtneypianos.co.uk /bechstein.html   (880 words)

  
 Bechstein Pianos History   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Bechstein Pianos History - Within 10 years of its foundation the Bechstein Piano "machine" was employing...
Bechstein Pianos have since regained their reputation as being amongst the...
The demand for Bechstein pianos all over the world is high and with a...
www.pianothings.com /bechstein-pianos-history.html   (884 words)

  
 Austral Piano World   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Bechstein grand and vertical pianos are clearly made in Germany.
Berlin is also the location of the Bechstein Service Centre, which encompasses the sectors of service, grand piano finishing, restoration, concert service and the individual concert grand piano selection.
By putting its variety of "by Bechstein" product lines on the market, Bechstein has made a point of providing its customers with the best at each budget, so that everyone has the chance to play a recommendable instrument.
www.pianoworld.com.au /main-hoffmann.html   (998 words)

  
 Get involved with PTES: Bechstein's Bat Appeal
Moreover, the Bechstein's roost is only the third confirmed such colony in the UK and by far the largest.
For the Bechstein's, in particular, which are females with young to feed, having a continuous source of nutritious food readily available close-by is critical, if they are to succeed in raising their young and in being able to ensure the survival of the species.
Bechstein's bats have always been very difficult to study, so a whole of range of techniques will have to be employed, including some that are very new and only just becoming available.
www.ptes.org /action/appeals/aug03.html   (1207 words)

  
 SEC v JEROME BECHSTEIN - Legal Case Documents
Bechstein consented to the entry of the Order without admitting or denying the allegations in the Complaint.
However, Bechstein failed to return funds to investors as promised and improperly continued to sell Towne Bancorp stock subscriptions through November 1995, raising the total subscriptions to over $4 million.
During that time, Bechstein failed to disclose to investors that the offering was not extended past June 30, 1994; that investors' funds were not returned; and that Towne Bancorp, thus, had a significant outstanding liability.
www.legalcasedocs.com /120/241/341.html   (428 words)

  
 Grupul Fauna - About Us   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Although the Bechstein bat was sited in Branesti, the Branesti site is not a viable site for conservation efforts for the Bechstein bat since only one bat was sited at that location.
Tiganca, which is the only other site at which Bechstein's bat has been sited, proves to be the only realistic site for conservation efforts, since Tiganca is the only site where hibernating Bechstein bats have been found.
In addition to Bechstein's bat, the reserve holds the largest colony of pond bats in Moldova.
www.fauna.ngo.md /about_us/about_us3.html   (778 words)

  
 Music 33: Development of the Piano, 1709-1900   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Along with Steinway and Blüthner, Bechstein Pianos were considered the finest of their day.
Carl Bechstein built his first vertical piano and founded the C. Bechstein Pianofortefabrik in 1853.
From the outset, Bechstein became a standard against which other pianos were measured.
dartmouth.edu /~music33/Mus33projects/nodes/PianoHistory/bechstein.html   (113 words)

  
 P&G's Vintage Instrument Listing Service - Vintage Original old antique 1892 Bechstein piano
The RPT considers this 1892 Bechstein to be comparable in touch, tone, form, and function to the other Bechsteins entrusted to his care.
Bechsteins are generally regarded as prized instruments for their simple case design, European craftsmanship, ornate legs, lyre, and music rack as accouterments to the simple case design.
Bechstein instruments of this vintage are fairly rare in North America compared to what one may find in Europe, the continent of manufacture.
www.pgtigercat.com /VILSList1.htm   (1334 words)

  
 Bechstein's bat: Warks Batgroup
In the UK Bechstein's bat (Myotis bechsteinii) is very rare, occurring mainly in Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire and is absent from Ireland.
They can then be caught and radio-tagged so that their tree roosts can be located.
Bechstein's call on a Time Expansion bat detector
www.jwaller.co.uk /batgroup/bechsteins.asp   (313 words)

  
 Bechstein Grand Piano - Model B   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Even the top octave and a half has a high quality tone that is trying it's best to come through - Bechsteins often struggle with tone in that top octave but this piano seems fine in that area.
The action seems to be in excellent condition and there is evidence that it has had some recent restoration work done to it as all the action parts look to be excellent condition (see photos).
Some pianos of this era have very tired actions but this Bechstein is fine in that regard.
www.smartpianos.com /piano/p057-bechstein-b.htm   (1329 words)

  
 Bechstein 1887 grand pianos   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Web sites dealing with bechstein 1887 grand pianos related material are all over the net.
If you feel pessimistic because of the stupefying amount of time it requires to discover what you're searching for, cheer up because you are one step closer to your goal.
The most accurate bechstein 1887 grand pianos news may take a bit of time to spot.
www.piano-website.com /bechstein-1887-grand-pianos.html   (441 words)

  
 Piano: Bechstein   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
However Bechstein continue to manufacture Feurich Grands and one model of upright.
The Bechstein model 12 is made in two styles, with and without legs.
In 1995 Bechstein produced the Opus Series as well.
www.pianos.co.uk /info/pianos/b/bechstein.php   (250 words)

  
 AIM25: Royal College of Music: Bechstein, piano-makers, and Bechstein/Wigmore Hall
Administrative/Biographical history: Bechstein are a German firm of piano makers founded in Berlin in 1853 by Friedrich Wilhelm Carl Bechstein (1826-1900), who founded the firm in 1853 in Berlin.
In 1901 the firm opened a concert room in London, known as the Bechstein Hall, next to its showrooms on Wigmore Street; the first concert on 31 May 1901 featured the virtuoso pianist Ferruccio Busoni.
Bechstein, like other German firms in Britain during World War One, experienced anti-German hostility and a decline in business.
www.aim25.ac.uk /cats/25/5659.htm   (420 words)

  
 Bechstein grand pianos   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The normal fellow would think that taking the time to acquire knowledge on this topic of interest is a waste of resources.
As bechstein grand pianos related topics continue to gain in popularity, there will be a higher number of places to learn more about this interesting subject.
Web sites dealing with bechstein grand pianos related data are all over the web.
www.piano-website.com /bechstein-grand-pianos.html   (335 words)

  
 Tp Pianos Grand Piano Sales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Bechstein 'A' grand circa 1912, gate leg, Sheraton inlay mahogany
Bechstein 'B' grand, 1960, fl polyester finish, square tapered leg
Bechstein 6' 8" 'Model B' circa 1920 in fl polyester
www.t-ppianos.co.uk /grandPianos/Grand_Sales_List.htm   (357 words)

  
 Robert Morley London - Piano, Harpsichord, Clavichord & Spinet specialists.
Bechstein of Berlin - this internationally famous German owned maker started production in 1853 and we have been agents for over 100 years.
Secondhand - We specialise in fine restored antique and modern pianos including Bechstein, Grotrian-Steinweg, Steinway and Bluthner and provide full factory facilities to overhaul and rebuild keyboard instruments and pianos to the highest standard whilst adopting a conservative approach to retain authenticity and integrity.
Instruments are built using traditional techniques and materials including Bavarian pine soundboards, English sycamore or beech bridges and wrestplanks combined with the highest quality of craftsmanship to produce the quality and tone which ensures the continuing success of John Morley instruments.
www.morleypianos.com   (624 words)

  
 Bechstein 1908
The fully restored bridges, the polished hitch pins, the blue felt and the authentic plate color.
Bechstein pianos are among the best in the world but they are very difficult to restore.
The construction of the pinblock is a job often refused by other technicians.
www.pianorebuilder.com /page12.html   (123 words)

  
 We are the Piano Experts: From Bosendorfer to Bechstein
We are the Piano Experts: From Bosendorfer to Bechstein
The brand name Bechstein represents a new series of pianos engineered and conceived by C. Bechstein master piano Makers and Engineers.
Bechstein and Bechstein The Bechstein Family of Pianos include the following fine instruments:
www.pianoexperts.com /html/Piano/pianos.html   (403 words)

  
 Bechstein Homepage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Bechstein engineers are specialised in pianos making, they are the link between the laws of acoustics and physics on the one hand and the master pianomaker's handcrafting, assisted by modern day computerised tools, on the other hand.
Consequently Bechstein Production is excellently organised and coordinated.
For advice or more information concerning Bechstein Pianos please contact Ladbrooke Pianos.
www.ladbrookepianos.com /bechstein/bechsteinhome.htm   (98 words)

  
 Used Steinway Grand Pianos Wanted Bluthner Bechstein Bosendorfer.
Soon his premises had to be enlarged and in articles printed in newspapers and journals of these days Julius Bluthner talks with pride about new machines that were added to his production facilities or the fact that production was changed to steam-driven machinery.
He built his first vertical piano and founded the C. Bechstein company in 1853.
Carl Bechstein's contacts to great composers were very fruitful.
www.pianoplus.co.uk /pianos-wanted   (330 words)

  
 Why Mason & Hamlin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
A poor action will impede the player’s ability to express him or herself and to interpret the composer’s intention.
Bosendorfer, Bluthner, Bechstein, Fazioli, Mason and Hamlin, and Steinway (Hamburg) use Renner actions and Kluge keys.
Mason and Hamlin grand pianos feature individual aliquots for each treble unison that can be tuned to the pitch of the unison.
www.classicpianos.com /Why%20Mason%20&%20Hamlin.htm   (1167 words)

  
 Bechstein's bat - Myotis bechsteinii - ARKive
When threatened, hollow humming or chirping calls are produced; in flight this species does not make audible calls.
Bechstein's bat produces 2 types of echolocation calls when flying; short FM signals between 80-38 kHz and flat, longer FM signals at 60-32 kHz.
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www.arkive.org /species/ARK/mammals/Myotis_bechsteinii   (187 words)

  
 Pianos For Sale and Wanted
Wonderful strong tone with silky treble sound characteristic of Bechsteins.
Bechstein Model 8 upright piano in ebony case, completely restrung and rebuiltin 1992 using genuine Bechstein parts.This piano has exceptional tone and touch and has been regularly maintained and serviced throughout its history.
Medium brown wood with some scratches but will polish out.
www.musicalinstrumentsales.co.uk /pianosales.html   (278 words)

  
 Bechstein Soundboard replacement
+49 30-315 15 216 Fax +49 30-315 15 229 Leo ISDN +49 30-315 15 226 Email: info@bechstein.de Greetings all, Perhaps someone at Bechstein has some information?
> > All Bechstein pianos I have seen have this tropicalization feature=20 > (button under the soundboard and screw upside), but those from before=20= > 1880, who don't have this feature.
can't recall) was that this was Bechstein's modification for pianos >
www.ptg.org /pipermail/pianotech/2003-May/135269.html   (368 words)

  
 Simon's Hall of Electric Pianos
Has controls for bass, treble and tremolo - Musser was a vibraphone virtuoso.
Designed by Prussian Nobel Laureate Professor Nernst, in conjunction with Bechstein and Siemens.
I don't know how many were made or who they were aimed at, but at least one survives in the Deutsches Museum in Munich, Germany.
www.alphabeck.co.uk /hoep/epianos2.html   (1732 words)

  
 The Piano Forums at Piano World: New Bechstein Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
For the C. Bechstein amateurs, there is a new Bechstein Yahoogroup:
Please join the club if you are interested and consider introducing yourself to the members.
Crazy 8ths, the fun way to teach music to children of all ages!
www.pianoworld.com /ubb/ubb/ultimatebb.php?/topic/1/10064.html   (226 words)

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