Musical Collection (page 21)

Musicians of Bornu, Yola Province, Nigeria, West Africa
Musicians of Bornu, Yola Province, northern Nigeria, West Africa. One blows a trumpet while the other accompanies him on a drum. 1922

Indigenous musician, Brazil, playing pan pipes and wearing many beads. Date: 1922

Trumpeter of the Mangbetu, Belgian Congo, Central Africa
Trumpeter of the Mangbettu (Mangbetu) court, holding his carved horn modelled from an ivory tusk, Belgian Congo (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), Central Africa. Date: 1922

Man playing a guitar, Argentina, South America
Man (gaucho or cowboy) playing a guitar, Argentina, South America. Date: 1922

Saharan boy with trumpet, Algeria, North Africa
Saharan boy blowing a trumpet, Algeria, North Africa. Date: 1922

Musician with guitar, Algeria, North Africa. Date: 1922

Turkish troops during WW1
Turkish troops during the First World War. 1914-1918

Front cover design, For Victory Paint Book, WW2
Front cover design, For Victory Paint Book, with Allied flags, a V sign, and the first four notes of Beethovens Fifth Symphony, used as a propaganda symbol for Victory during the Second World War

Comic Christmas card, Apollo and Daphne, designed by Robert Dudley. Date: circa 1880s

Choirboys and musicians on a Christmas card -- Nowell we sing, gladness to bring. Date: circa 1880s

Welsh Ladies Choir in a group photograph. circa 1895

Music cover, The Mandolin Girl, sung by Miss Poole
Music cover, The Mandolin Girl, words by Edward J Gill, music bys Nelson, sung by Miss Poole. 19th century

Miriam playing a lute

Mary Queen of Scots and her chamberlain, Chatelard
Mary Queen of Scots (1542-1587) and her chamberlain, Pierre de Bocosel de Chatelard (or Chastelard, 1540-1562). 16th century

Greetings card - Violinist and Pianist performing
Greetings card - Violinist and Pianist in silhouette, performing. 20th century

Natives of the Mexican village of Colotlan, playing musical instruments and dancing. 1827

Indian musician playing the Tumboora

Silhouette, Ottoman Musician and Dancer
Silhouette, Ottoman musician and dancer. early 19th century

Silhouette, Chinese Musicians and Dancing Dogs. early 19th century

Cupid taught by the Three Graces

West African native playing Balafon
West African native playing a musical instrument known as a Balafon, a type of xylophone. 19th century

Cartoon, Hope told a Flattering Tale. 19th century

Humanised birds on a tree on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Musical cock and hen with piano on a greetings postcard
Musical cock and hen with piano, performing a duet on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Musical rabbits with piano on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Cat playing cymbals with cat and ball on a postcard
Cat playing cymbals with cat balancing a large red ball on its feet, on a postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Cats playing musical instruments on a Christmas postcard -- Merry Musicians, The Nursery Series. Date: circa 1890s

Kittens playing music on a French birthday postcard
Kittens playing music and carrying pink roses on a French birthday postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Musical cat playing a mandolin on a German postcard
Musical cat playing a mandolin while another cat dances, on a German postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Kittens singing on a French birthday postcard, with a kitten conductor and a basket of flowers. Date: circa 1890s

Kittens with a drum on a birthday postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Musical cat with guitar serenading on a postcard
Musical cat with guitar serenading his lady love on a postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Musical cat playing a mandolin on a French postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Cats playing the piano and singing on a postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Cats playing the piano and singing on a New Year postcard
Cats playing the piano and singing on a French New Year postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Three cats playing the piano on a greetings postcard
Three cats playing the piano and turning the pages on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Musical cat playing a violin on a Dutch postcard - Congratulations. Date: circa 1890s

Two musical cats on a German greetings postcard -- Songs without Words (a pun on a work by Mendelssohn). Date: circa 1890s

Four musical cats on a Christmas postcard, singing and playing instruments. Date: circa 1890s

Four cats singing on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Mythological scene on a greetings card, with cherubs, water nymphs and sea creatures. With an ornate white and gold border and embossed paper flaps. Date: circa 1890s

Holly, mistletoe and harp on a Christmas postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Five street musicians on a movable greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Military band of cats on a cutout greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Man playing the piano on a cutout Christmas card, with tab to make his hands move up and down. Date: circa 1890s

Handel composing the Hallelujah Chorus

Vintage paper bag, Watkins record stall, Tooting Market
Vintage paper bag for Watkins record stall at Tooting Market, Tooting High Street, SW London. 20th century

Some Clerical Types by John Kendal, Penny Readings. 1901

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From classic musicals like Seven Brides for Seven Brothers to enchanting tales like Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, music has always been a powerful force in storytelling. Whether it's an Arab girl dancing to rhythmic beats or the vibrant performances at The Medora Musical in North Dakota, music transcends borders and brings people together. The iconic image of Elvis Presley strumming his guitar reminds us of the timeless appeal of rock 'n' roll. Meanwhile, Me and My Girl teaches us how to dance the Lambeth Walk with infectious energy. And who can resist the allure of Steinway Pianos, as seen in their captivating advertisements? Edward Elgar's Salut D Amour showcases the beauty scores that stir emotions deep within our souls. In Funny Girl, Barbra Streisand captivates audiences not only with her incredible talent but also by performing on roller skates – a testament to creativity and entertainment. Even Soviet propaganda posters recognize the power of music in promoting peace and unity among nations. Show Boat's original Broadway production poster from 1927 serves as a reminder that musicals have long been cherished forms of artistic expression. Lastly, Jeeves and Wooster remind us that even comedic tales can be enhanced by delightful melodies. Music truly knows no boundaries; it is a universal language that unites us all.