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On the Musical Atmosphere of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" and Details for the Handling of Special Effects.

  "UNCLE TOM'S CABIN" is an epic of the old South, and embraces one of the most stirring and picturesque periods in American history—it has graced the boards of American theatres for seventy-five years.

  THROUGH the medium of this beautiful drama, probably the greatest human story ever written, countless stars have been made. There is scarcely an old actor or actress living, who has not at some time played some part in "Uncle Tom's Cabin"; the names of "Eliza," "Uncle Tom," "Little Eva," "Topsy," "Simon Legree" and "Marks the Lawyer," are American household words.

  THIS motion picture, then, is dedicated to the American people, so that there may be preserved for all time, a classic of American life that takes rank with the works of Victor Hugo and Charles Dickens in their interpretations of other periods in older lands. It is therefore most important that you adhere strictly to the old American tunes of the South, in order to establish that quaint atmosphere well known to us all.

  WHILE the Greater Thematic Music Score sheet, as herein contained, represents my conception of the picture's atmosphere, I do not necessarily mean to convey the impression that substitutions for numbers I have suggested cannot be effectively made. On the contrary, if your library does not contain all of the suggested numbers in the Greater Thematic Music Cue Score sheet, or, if you feel that with your combination of instruments, you can improve a particular situation by making a change, you will at least be able to get the original idea of the prevailing atmosphere or more, through having the line of music to guide you, as presented on the following pages. It is essential, however, that the music be Southern in character with the exception of the "high spots" and character themes.

  REGARDLESS of whether the musical numbers, as suggested, be played, or whether you make the substitutions, it is of the utmost importance that the effects suggested on the cue sheet be religiously carried out.

PART 1

  Cues 1, 2. A short broad Prelude of about twelve measures—introducing "Swanee River" in paraphrase style. Segue to No. 2, as enumerated on the music sheet, starting at the Oboe Solo, the Andante movement.

  Cue 3. A popular song of the Southern Army—"The Bonnie Blue Flag"; play in a dignified style for the insert of General Robert E. Lee.

  Cue 4, 5. A bright neutral Southern tune of activity and happiness for a cheerful day on the old plantation.

  Cue 6. An original old Southern "darkey" air to follow the singing of the little picaninnies when they see Eliza.

  Cue 7. A light Allegretto in 6/8 tempo.

  Cue 8. Repeat the picaninnies song at Cue No. 6.

  Cue 9. A melodious Andante of the sentimental style.

  Cue 10. A bright Southern Intermezzo of the Sand Dance style.

  Cue 11. A melodious Amoroso to show the kindly nature of Shelby.

  Cue 12. A Maestoso selection of the "Wedding March" style.

  Cue 13. An Old Southern song of the "Old Kentucky Home" style.

  Cue 14. A slow dance Waltz of the swinging character for the dancing of Shelby's guests.

  Cue 15. LOVE THEME: A sweet Ballad in the simple style of pathos and love. Play "PP" con sordini, strings only.

  Cue 16. A bright "nigger" dance of the Sand Dance style for the distant dancing of the negroes.

  Cue 17. A slow dance Waltz similar or the same as played at Cue No. 15.

  Cue 18. LOVE THEME: A sweet love Ballad as previously enumerated.

  Cue 19. UNCLE TOM THEME: An old fashioned Southern style selection to follow Uncle Tom on his pilgrimage through the production; one a bit sentimental in character.

  Cue 20. A bright Allegro or Allegretto to follow the happy antics of the children and guests.

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  Cue 21. A dramatic Prelude to follow and bring on the hard planter, Edward Harris.

  Cue 22. LOVE THEME: A sweet love Ballad as previously enumerated.

  Cue 23. A number embodying the elements of drama and suspense to show the cruel heart of the master, Edward Harris.

  Cue 24. An Appassionato of despair and pathos to follow the despair of the separation of the lovers, Eliza and George. Play the first eight measures and segue.

  Cue 25. A light Allegretto of the sustained type.

  Cue 26. An ominous Maestoso of a sinister character.

  Cue 27. A simple Allegretto of a neutral style to establish the scene of love between Eliza and her little boy.

  Cue 28. LOVE THEME: A sweet love ballad as previously enumerated.

  Cue 29. A happy bright Allegretto of the distinct Southern character to follow the antics of the little boy.

  Cue 30. A sweet Lento movement in the minor key to show the despair and heartache of this sequence.

  Cue 31. A Lento or Tristesse to show the despair of Eliza upon learning of George's decision to endeavor to escape.

  Cue 32. A cruel, hard Maestoso of the foreboding or sinister character to accentuate the heartlessness of the slave owner.

  Cue 33. A bright happy Southern tune to show the contentment and happy home life of Uncle Tom.

  Cue 34. A sinister Prelude of foreboding disaster or evil purpose to follow the actions of Eliza in her anxiety to escape.

  Cue 35. A Negro spiritual to show the despair and heartache of Uncle Tom when he learns of his fate. Play "PP" con sordini, strings only, very plaintive in a crooning manner.

  Cue 36. An Appassionato to denote dramatic fervor and the despair of Shelby in being forced to part with Uncle Tom.

  Cue 37. HARRIS THEME: A cruel, marked Maestoso to show the inhuman character of Harris, and his hatred for the slaves.

  Cue 38. An emotional Agitato or Furioso to follow the flight of Eliza across the snow and her escape.

  Cue 39. An ominous Lento to show the distress of Eliza and her anxiety to get away from her pursuers.

  Cue 40. LAWYER THEME: An eccentric selection to follow the peculiar actions of Marks the Lawyer, in his unscrupulous methods to obtain money.

  Cue 41. HARRIS THEME: A marked Maestoso to show the heartless character of the slave owner.

  Cue 42. LAWYER THEME: An eccentric selection as previously enumerated.

  Cue 43. An ominous Misterioso of the creepy style to follow the actions of Marks as he quietly creeps toward the door, behind which Eliza and her child are concealed.

  Cue 44. A Furioso or Agitato to follow the frantic efforts of Eliza in her efforts to escape across the ice covered river while pursued by the bloodhounds. Produce effect of torrent by Timpany Roll ad lib; crescendo to "FFF" as she is clutched from the jaws of death by Phineas.

  Cue 45. A sweet simple Andante to establish the atmosphere of contentment prevailing in Phineas' home.

  Cue 46. LAWYER THEME: An eccentric selection as previously enumerated.

  Cue 47. An old Negro selection of the spiritual order to show the reconciliation of the negroes to their apparent fate.

  Cue 48. A suppressed Allegro Moderato.

  Cue 49. An old style Negro spiritual crooning song for the singing slaves on the river boat.

  Cue 50. A light Allegretto of the neutral type for the St. Clare family sequence.

  Cue 51. EVA THEME: A sweet romantic Andante of the simple style to accompany this beautiful character throughout the production.

  Cue 52. UNCLE TOM THEME: Play as previously enumerated.

  Cue 53. A repetition of a selection similar to the one played at Cue No. 48.

  Cue 54. A Grave Sostenuto selection of a sinister character to show the sinister character of the slave owner, and the despair of George at being discovered.

  Cue 55. A weird sinister selection of fear and anxiety to follow George in his endeavor to escape.

  Cue 56. A old Southern melody of the quaint type to show the hopeless position of the slaves.

  Cue 57. UNCLE TOM THEME: Play as previously enumerated, but with muted strings only, very plaintive.

  Cue 58. A harsh sinister brutal selection to show the cruel heart of the slave driver. Produce effect of cracking whip ad lib.

  Cue 59. UNCLE TOM THEME: Play as previously enumerated.

  Cue 60. A Southern love song of the neutral style to follow the rest period of Eliza and the restless movements of the child.

  Cue 61. LAWYER THEME: An eccentric selection as previously enumerated.

  Cue 62. A Lullaby or Berceuse for the repetition of scene between Eliza and child.

  Cue 63. A light "chic" Novelette played with a great deal of hesitation to follow the actions of child as he is lured by stick of candy from his sleeping mother.

  Cue 64. A frantic Agitato of the sinister type to show the anxiety of the men to get away with the child.

  Cue 65. A Lullaby or Berceuse to show the sleeping Eliza and her anxiety over her child. Play "PP" con sordini, strings only.

  Cue 66. A tragic Animato to follow Eliza's frantic realization that her child is missing.

  Cue 67. A dramatic Andante or Lamentoso to follow Eliza in her frantic efforts to recover her stolen child.

  Cue 68. A pathetic Andante or Lamentoso to show the despair and grief of Eliza.

  Cue 69. A patriotic melody of the Civil War period; start slowly and gradually build up—produce cannon shots as Fort Sumpter is fired upon.

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PART 2

  Cue 70. EVA THEME: A sweet plaintive Andante of the appealing type.

  Cue 71. A patriotic melody of the Civil War period to accompany the insert of the proclamation.

  Cue 72. EVA THEME: Play the same theme, or one similar as previously enumerated.

  Cue 73. A light frolocking Intermezzo or old fashioned One-Step to show the mischievous character of Topsy.

  Cue 74. An old fashioned Southern One-Step to follow the antics of the little colored girl, Topsy.

  Cue 75. TOPSY THEME: A graceful Allegretto of the Intermezzo type to follow the antics of Topsy.

  Cue 76. At this point a bit of humor may be injected into this scene by having the Clarinet play the call written for the Aunt in a burlesque comic manner.

  Cue 77. A fast Scherzo or Allegro Vivo for the quick actions of Topsy.

  Cue 78. TOPSY THEME: Play as previously enumerated.

  Cue 79. EVA THEME: Play very sweetly, con sordini, strings only.

  Cue 80. A Southern spiritual to show the simplicity of the colored child.

  Cue 81. TOPSY THEME: A bright happy Allegretto or Intermezzo.

  Cue 82. A light Southern Idyl or Characteristic.

  Cue 83. An Andante Tranquillo of the celestial type to cover the death bed scene of little Eva. Play "PP" con sordini, strings only.

  Cue 84. A Lamento to show the heart-ache of the father as he quietly looks upon the features of his departed child. Play "PP" con sordini, strings only.

  Cue 85. A cruel, harsh Grave Sostenuto to show the heartless spirit of the cruel slave owners.

  Cue 86. A Tragic Andante embodying the elements of harshness and cruelty. This may be used for a LEGREE THEME if you so desire.

  Cue 87. An expressive Andante movement to show the heart-ache of the situation.

  Cue 88. A Tragic Andante or dramatic Sinister Con Moto to follow the Legree sequence. You may, at your discretion, repeat No. 86.

  Cue 89. A plaintive wail to show the depression of Cassie.

  Cue 90. A dramatic Allegro or minor Agitato.

  Cue 91. A cruel atmospheric selection to bring out the brutality of Legree.

  Cue 92. A dramatic Allegro of the pulsating sort to show the activity and drama of this sequence.

  Cue 93. A patriotic March song of the Civil War days as the Union Troops go marching by.

  Cue 94. An Agitato to depict the excitement of the Negroes at the appearance of the Union Troops, and their anxiety to escape their bondage.

  Cue 95. A patriot March song of the Civil War period as the Union Troops are again seen marching by.

  Cue 96. A sinister ominous selection to show the gruesome atmosphere prevailing throughout this sequence.

  Cue 97. UNCLE TOM THEME: Play "PP" con sordini, strings only—very plaintive.

  Cue 98. A melancholy Andante to show Cassie's distress at the discovery that Eliza is her own child.

  Cue 99. A characteristic Dramatic Allegro to follow Cassie as she wildly enters the room and wields the lash over Eliza, driving her from the room.

  Cue 100. An Appassionato to follow the great mental agitation of Cassie as she informs Eliza who she is.

  Cue 101. An plaintive Andante Expressivo or old Southern "mammy" song as Cassie embraces Eliza.

  Cue 102. A characteristic Dramatic Allegro similar to the one played at Cue No. 99.

  Cue 103. An agitated Misterioso to follow Legree as he seeks information from Tom.

  Cue 104. A patriotic March song similar to those previously played for the marching Union Troops.

  Cue 105. A brutal Maestoso to follow the actions of Legree.

  Cue 106. A sinister Misterioso or Ghost Music to show the superstition of the Negroes and the uncertainty of Legree. Catch slamming of window blinds—muted brass throughout.

  Cue 107. A cruel pulsating Allegro to show the brutality of Legree.

  Cue 108. A cruel sinister Marcato to follow the strokes of the lash as Tom is flogged.

  Cue 109. A patriotic March song similar to those previously played for the marching Union Troops.

  Cue 110. UNCLE TOM THEME: Play "PP" con sordini, strings only—very plaintive.

  Cue 111. A Largo movement of the crooning style—the one mentioned is most effective; play "PP."

  Cue 112. An old Southern song of the "Old Black Joe" style.

  Cue 113. An Allegro Agitato to show the fear, terror and frantic movements of Legree. Imitate the revolving wheel with soft Timpany or Cymbal Roll.

  Cue 114. A Dramatic Agitato or Furioso to show the fury of the crazy Legree and the terror of the two women. Produce effects of crashing door, weird wind effects, &c., ad lib.

  Cue 115. A Tragic Andante to follow the declaration of Legree as he sees women.

  Cue 116. A patriotic March song similar to those previously played for the marching Union Troops.

  Cue 117. An Agitato to accompany the struggle between Legree and the two women in the garret. S. D. taps for short flash of troops while struggle progresses.

  Cue 118. An Agitato or light Furioso.

  Cue 119. A dramatic Maestoso of the weird hallucination type; catch fall of Legree from balcony window.

  Cue 120. A Moderato Maestoso of dignity as Cassie and Eliza descend from balcony.

  Cue 121. A Southern crooning Lullaby to accompany the actions of Eliza and her child.

  Cue 122. LOVE THEME: A sweet love Ballad as previously enumerated.

  Cue 123. A patriotic March song similar to those previously played for the marching troops.

THE END.