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McHenry Plaindealer (McHenry, IL), 22 Nov 1977, p. 38

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McHENRY SAVINGS I lit* tllltlHIl* SECTION 1 SUPPLEMENT TO MdfENRY PLAINDEALER - PAGE 3 - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, Giving Family Electronic Organ Is Like Giving A Whole Orchestra Looking for a Christmas gift for the whole family? Why not give them an or­ chestra -- or a rock band, or a jazz combo? Better yet, why not give them all, and more, in the form of an electronic organ! Today's organ can make just about any kind of mu­ sic imaginable, and is so easy to play that a gift in­ strument delivered on the day before Christmas can mean beginners sitting down to play a carol before evening, complete with full chording and instrumental as well as rhythmic accom-. paniment. This ability to provide music instantly, combined with its capabilities as a challenging instrument for even the most accomplish­ ed musician, is the major reason for the organ's po­ sition as the favorite instru­ ment of nearly 6 million amateur musicians in the' United States, according to the National Association of Electronic Organ Manu­ facturers. The electronic organ is a tme child of the space age, incorporating many of the same engineering tech­ niques that are used in space exploration. Sound complicated? Not at all. Merely by pressing a but­ ton, the full flute chorus can be changed to the sound of a string, brass or reed sec­ tion, or even a complete range of individual instru­ ments, including banjo, pi­ ano, oboe or trumpet. And with the twist of a knob, these basic "pre-set" sounds can be made to do things that would be impossible on the original instruments. In addition, most models - have special stops that can duplicate such special ef­ fects sounds as whistles, popping corn, chimes, even a singing voice. Such versatility makes the organ a perfect gift for the whole family. It can not only play any kind of music with the "appropriate" in­ struments, but can also pro­ vide an automatic rhythmic accompaniment for every tempo from polka to march. Full-size home organs are Available in two basic mod­ els, the spinet and the con­ sole, which differ primarily in size and number of keys. Spinets with one keyboard start at around $600. Mod­ els with two 44-note key­ boards and a 13-note pedal- board range, in price from $1,000 to $4,000. The larger consoles sell for $8,000 or $9,000 and have 61-note keyboards and a full 25- note pedalboard. As a rule, consoles also have more special controls for various sounds, but many spinets come close in range. No matter what your dec­ orating scheme, there are organ models that can serve as handsome focal points for any room. Cabinets are available in a wide variety of woods, and in styles from ultra-modern to French Provincial. One model, when closed, looks like an early American roll-top desk. Since headset jacks are now standard equipment on most organs; the instru­ ment is good for apartments and for rooms with televi­ sion or stereo sets. By using the headset, you can play for yourself alone. Many units also come with cas­ sette tape decks, which are ideal for pre-taped music lessons, or for taping the results of your own practic­ ing, and even playing auets with yourself. And, organs can be plugged into/any standard outlet. J, HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ONE AND ALL! Unnsual Decoration with Stocking "Angel" Need Christmas orna­ ments -- fast? Then make beguiling stocking charact­ ers, like the angel in the accompanying photograph. It takes no special artistry -- just a sturdy white sock (athletic socks are ideal) and a bowl of Elmer's glue. Soak the sock in the glue, wring it out slightly, then shape over bottles and oth- 1977 V - er forms. In this case, the basic "mold" was an in­ stant-coffee jar, topped with a styrofoam ball. Over this went a plastic bag, its shoulders stuffed with pa­ per to form the arms -- and over that went the glue- soaked sock. When completely dry, it was carefully lifted off the mold and given the finish­ ing touches -- a painted face, paper wings, a shiny ring for a halo. But with a few changes of detail, it could be a snowman, even a red-sprayed Santa! Mien our When you join McHenry Savings 1978 Christmas Club you'll receive a gift right away. It's a lovely 12" serving tray featuring a popular Currier and Ives winter scene. We'll also pay you 5%% on your savings, (even if you don't complete your club savings program!). All of which means you'llibave the cash you need for next year's Christmas shopping. Now who does more for you? Step In and join our 1978 Christum Club todiyl A NO LOAM ASSOCIATION w rsn E 1209 North Qnm Street, McHenry 815/385-3000 40520J^ain Street. Richmond 815/678-2061 104Q2 North Vine Street (Huntley Center on Route 47), Huntley 312/669-3333 . • y • • • ! .V/f'• SAVtftS HOURS: 9:0».m. to 4:90 p.m. Monday. Tuaadoy ortrf Thorsdoy *00 a.m. to 0:00 pm^Fr.doy »:Q0«.mto3 00p_m *!"'?**• °"w* Window opan Wadnaaday *00 a.m. to 2:00 p. m CloMd Wadfeatdoy in Richmond. McHCNftV MONfV MACHtNC OffN 24 MRS. A OAT. iVWYOAY « r t • t r r t - K t r » . < « - # - f f » •

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