Darewski Collection

Music cover, You'd Be Surprised, Irving Berlin
Music cover, You'd Be Surprised, one step, by Herman Darewski, based on Irving Berlin's famous song You'd be Surprised. Date: 1919

Music cover, Upstairs to Fairyland, vocal fox trot by Stanley I Galpin Date: 1921

Music cover, Au Revoir, my little Hyacinth, words by A E Sidney Davis, music by Hermann E Darewski Junior, sung by Miss Ellaline Terriss. Date: circa 1900s

Max Darewski (1894-1929), English composer, conductor and pianist, early 20th century. Artist: Rotary Photo
Max Darewski (1894-1929), English composer, conductor and pianist, early 20th century

Dover Street To Dixie revue by M Harvey, H Simpson & L Wylie
Dover Street To Dixie revue by Morris Harvey, Harold Simpson and Lauri Wylie (25 May 1880 1951), with music by Herman Darewski, at the London Palladium

Fads and Fancies revue by Joseph Hayman, with music by Herman Darewski, presented by Harry Day. First produced at the New Cross Empire on 18th October 1915

All Scotch, a Harry Grattan Production, a revue by Harry Grattan, with music by Herman Darewski and Edward Jones, first produced Hippodrome, Newcastle, March 1915 and Apollo Theatre, London

Scenes from the show Listening-In at the Apollo Theatre, Lon
Four scenes from the show Listening-In at the Apollo Theatre, London, 1922. Featuring dainty Lita Dolores in the Girl and Boy skit, the oriental dancing of Thelma Edwards

Music cover, Shell Out Waltz by Herman Darewski, danced by Cebalios Desmond. 1912

Advertising sheet music, Plasmon biscuits
Advertising sheet music, Plasmon cocoa and chocolate oat biscuits. A popular song, Humpty and Dumpty, by Charles Wilmott and Hermann E Darewski. 1907

Music cover, Push and Go! Waltz by Herman Darewski, showing a woman riding on a champagne cork. 1915

Music cover, The Lilac Domino, For Your Love I am Waiting, J L Sacks, Empire Production by Charles Cuvillier. 1918

Hanky Panky by Hartley Carrick and Wortley David
Promotional programme for Hanky Panky revue by Hartley Carrick and Wortley David; music Max Darewski. First produced at the Empire Theatre. 24th March 1917

WW2 music cover -- The Army, The Navy and the Air Force
Music cover, Dedicated to/ the Army, the Navy and the Air Force, words and music by Herman Darewski and Edward Lockton. Published by Keith Prowse and Company Limited, London

Max Darewski - child prodigy, composer, conductor, pianist
Max Darewski (1894-1929) - child prodigy, composer, conductor and pianist Date: circa 1910s

Max Darewski, musical prodigy
Maximillian Arnold (Max) Darewski (1894-1929), a musical prodigy who composed, conducted and played the piano. Seen here as a teenager, in coat and hat, carrying a music case

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"Darewski: A Musical Maestro of the Early 20th Century" Step into the enchanting world of Darewski, a name that resonates with timeless melodies and captivating compositions. With his music covers like "You'd Be Surprised" and "Upstairs to Fairyland, " Darewski effortlessly transported listeners to whimsical realms filled with joyous notes. In collaboration with renowned artists such as Irving Berlin and Max Darewski himself, these musical masterpieces became an integral part of the Dover Street To Dixie revue and Fads and Fancies revue. Their harmonies echoed through theaters, leaving audiences spellbound by their brilliance. Darewski's talent extended beyond composing; he was also a skilled conductor and pianist. His expertise graced numerous stages, including the Apollo Theatre in London during scenes from the show Listening-In. His performances were nothing short of mesmerizing, capturing hearts with every stroke of the keys. Among his notable works is "Au Revoir, my little Hyacinth, " a hauntingly beautiful piece that tugs at heartstrings. Its melancholic melody lingers long after it fades away, showcasing Darewski's ability to evoke deep emotions through his compositions. Not limited to theatrical productions alone, Darewski's genius found its way into advertising sheet music for Plasmon biscuits—a testament to his versatility as an artist. He even composed waltzes like "Shell Out Waltz" and "Push and Go. Waltz, " which delighted dancers across ballrooms worldwide. Darewski's legacy lives on today as we immerse ourselves in his timeless creations—each note carrying us back to an era where elegance reigned supreme. Let us celebrate this English composer who left an indelible mark on early 20th-century music—one that continues to captivate our souls even now.