The Nickelodeon Collection
in the Exhibitors Hall
On display at the Convention: Kevin and Nathan's fascinating collection of restored mechanical instruments, featuring pianos, violins, drums and even a banjo — all housed in stunning cabinets. A rare treat for anyone passionate about player piano history and technology.
"What comes out of these instruments is pure joy" J.D.
See and hear the Nickelodeons demonstrated at the Convention. by the rebuilders and restorers Kevin Hanna and Nathan Smith.
"What comes out of these instruments is pure joy" J.D.
See and hear the Nickelodeons demonstrated at the Convention. by the rebuilders and restorers Kevin Hanna and Nathan Smith.
Kevin Hanna and Nathan Smith are both ARPT members of the NZPTTG. They work passionately on player pianos and historical instruments like the legendary Photoplayer, Nickelodeons and Orchestrions. Their stories of rescuing a half-rotten Orchestrion from a tip, or of finding a forgotten one in someone's shed in the USA are legendary.