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Oh! Look At Her Crinoline, by G Horncastle & F McGlennon
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Oh! Look At Her Crinoline, by G Horncastle & F McGlennon
Promotional music sheet for Oh! Look At Her Crinoline music hall song of 1893 by George Horncastle and Felix McGlennon, sung with the greatest success by Fannie Leslie whose face is represented on the illustration, showing a daring but shapely ankle as she holds the hem of her skirt up to walk. Her outfit is obviously shocking to the male observers! Date: 1893
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Oh! Look At Her Crinoline
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: A Victorian Spectacle of Music Hall Entertainment This promotional music sheet for the popular music hall song "Oh! Look At Her Crinoline," composed by George Horncastle and Felix McGlennon in 1893, showcases the allure and excitement of Victorian music hall culture. The image on the sheet features Fannie Leslie, the renowned singer who brought the song to life with her daring performance. Fannie Leslie's portrayal in the illustration is both provocative and enticing. She confidently holds up the hem of her crinoline skirt, revealing a shapely ankle that is sure to shock and intrigue the male observers. The crinoline, a voluminous hoop skirt that was a popular fashion trend during the Victorian era, adds to the spectacle of the scene. The music sheet serves as a testament to the power of music and performance in Victorian leisure and entertainment. Music halls were a staple of Victorian society, providing a space for people to come together and enjoy a night of musical and theatrical performances. The song "Oh! Look At Her Crinoline" was undoubtedly a crowd-pleaser, with its catchy melody and provocative lyrics. The illustration on the music sheet also highlights the marketing and advertising strategies of the time. Music hall performances were often promoted through the use of eye-catching artwork and catchy jingles, and this music sheet is no exception. The image of Fannie Leslie, with her daring display of ankle and the shocking reaction of the male observers, would have certainly grabbed the attention of potential audience members. Overall, this music sheet offers a glimpse into the vibrant and exciting world of Victorian music hall entertainment, where music, performance, and spectacle came together to provide a night of enjoyment and leisure for people from all walks of life.
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