The Boston Ideal Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar Club was an American musical quintet composed of virtuoso artists of the
banjo, mandolin, and guitar. Founded in 1887, it was reputed to be the first ensemble of fretted instrument artists on the
East Coast
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formed for professional appearances and nationwide concert tours. The prevailing critical acclaim in major cities throughout the country was highly complimentary.
Founding members
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Albert Deane Grover (1865–1927) "trick banjo soloist", manager
# H. W. Harris on mandolin, guitar
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# Bert Eldon Shattuck (born 1856) banjo][
# George L. Lansing (born approx 1855), banjo, composer][
# L. H. Galeucia. guitar and banjo][
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In 1891, Harris left the group because he had tuberculosis. he was replaced by A. C. Robinson, who played mandolin and guitar.[
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Musical groups from Boston
Musical groups established in 1887
1887 establishments in Massachusetts