[Harp-L] Largest Harmonica collection in the US

[Tony Eyers <tony@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

In the 1990's Alan G Bates set about creating the largest harmonica 
collection in the US. His collection of rare antique instruments is 
second only to the Hohner one in Trossingham. In 2000 he donated it to 
the National Music Museum at the University of South Dakota. This 
collection will interest many of us, I've posted an article about it.

"Throughout history collectors have gathered major art works, sculptures 
and other treasures for future generations. Good collectors are like 
detectives, following elusive trails to new acquisitions. Almost any 
object has collectors seeking it out. Fortunately Alan G Bates chose 
vintage harmonicas, and over a 10 year period created a 2500 instrument 
collection, second only to the Hohner collection in Trossingham...."

The remainder of the article (along with pictures) is at

http://www.harmonicatunes.com/Alan-G-Bates-Harmonica-Collection

Tony Eyers
Australia
www.HarmonicaAcademy.com
...everyone plays