OUR HYMNS OF INSPIRATION FOR THE MANUS ELECTRIC CHORD ORGAN (BK 17) [Paperback] Adele Scott

Description

Paperback cover has some wear along edges and corners. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This vintage hymnal, “Our Hymns of Inspiration for the Manus Electric Chord Organ,” offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of mid-20th century American culture, religion, and technology. Published in the 1960s or 70s, this book was designed specifically for use with the Manus electric chord organ, a popular home instrument that brought the sound of the church organ into living rooms across the nation. The rise of affordable electronic instruments like the chord organ reflected the postwar prosperity and suburban lifestyle of the era, as well as the enduring importance of sacred music in American households.

Compiled by Adele Scott, whose name suggests a connection to the Manus company, this hymnal contains a curated selection of beloved Christian hymns and gospel songs arranged for the chord organ’s unique capabilities. Beyond its musical content, the book serves as a time capsule of the period’s values, aesthetics, and technological advancements. For collectors of vintage music publications, religious ephemera, or mid-century Americana, this well-preserved copy represents a compelling artifact that bridges the realms of sacred and secular, traditional and modern.