Original Edison 4‑Minute Cylinder…” Roll Along Missouri”

Original Edison 4‑Minute cylinder… “Roll Along Missouri“

This original Edison 4‑Minute cylinder features “Roll Along Missouri; Waltz,” performed by McNalpak’s Dance Orchestra, a lively dance ensemble known for crisp instrumentation and elegant early‑1900s waltz arrangements. The recording captures the warm, flowing style typical of Edison’s dance catalog, making it an appealing addition for collectors of period waltzes and early American dance music.

The cylinder remains in very good condition, showing normal age‑appropriate wear while still presenting well for both display and careful playback. The celluloid surface is stable, and the core is intact—an attractive example for collectors seeking authentic Edison 4‑Minute material.

Historical Notes

• Edison 4‑Minute Cylinder
• Title: “Roll Along Missouri; Waltz”
• Performer: McNalpak’s Dance Orchestra
• Early American dance/waltz recording
• Highly collectible for its genre and period

Collector Appeal

• Charming early‑1900s waltz performance
• Strong example from Edison’s 4‑Minute catalog
• Ideal for themed collections: dance tunes, waltzes, early American orchestral recordings
• Stock photo accurately represents the cylinder offered