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Vol. 86 July 18, 2026 No. 19

Charles Avery Wells

founder/publisher of a trade journal
  • Music Trade Journal
  • Musical Critic and Trade Review

Biography

Charles Avery Wells established the 'Music Trade Journal' in 1876, changing its name to the 'Musical Critic and Trade Review' in 1879. An interest in the paper was purchased by Edward Lyman Bill in January 1888, who soon became sole owner.

Highlights

  • Established the 'Music Trade Journal' in 1876
  • Renamed it the 'Musical Critic and Trade Review' in 1879

Source

Alfred Dolge, Pianos and Their Makers, Vol. I (1911), p. 417.

Public domain.

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