Description
Art Publication Society, St. Louis, Published date: 1943. Sheet music, paper covers, 1 piano duet score ([i, 2] pp); 31 cm. Progressive Series Compositions, Catalog No. 287. Illustrated paper covers with depiction of a penguin parade. Includes biographical sketch of Rubee Wilson DeLamarter, glossary, and extensive fingering, phrasing, pedaling, and instructive annotations for teacher and pupil by the composer.
Condition & notes
In good condition. Covers have some creasing and show light overall age toning, mild edge wear, and faint surface soiling. Interior pages lightly age toned with a few light pencil markings. Issued as Op. 1, No. 1 in the Progressive Series of Piano Lessons. Rubee De Lamarter was an American composer, pianist, and music educator active in the early 20th century, known for pedagogical piano and vocal works that emphasized musical understanding, rhythmic control, and ensemble coordination. The Art Publication Society of St. Louis was a firm noted for its Progressive Series of Piano Lessons, which promoted structured music education through original compositions paired with detailed instructional guidance rather than rote imitation.