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It’s not every day you encounter a piece of history that still sings. But for those fortunate enough to witness it, a remarkable 1899 barrel piano, once a familiar fixture of Boston’s bustling streets ...

BEVERLY, Massachusetts — A 126-year-old piece of American history is about to make its first appearance on the streets of Boston in 51 years. The barrel grinder piano was bought by Marino Persechini ...