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A descriptive catalogue of the musical instruments recently exhibited at the Royal Military Exhibition, London, 1890 …, 1891
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1152.
2Tenoroon, in F. With four brass keys on saddles. The keys give G#, F, D, B, b. Stamped with the sign of a harp and the name "Blockley," but the shape of the keys and of the bell leads to the supposition, by comparison with Nos. 151 and 169, that it was made by Stanesby. Length 32 3/4 inches. 18th century.
3Lent by the Rev. F. W. Galpin, M.A., F.L.S.
5153.
6Bassoon. Of maplewood, with four brass keys. The keys give the same intervals as those of the foregoing specimen. Stamped "Caleb Gedney." Length 4 feet. 18th century.
7Lent by Messrs. Rudall, Carte and Co.
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10Bassoon. Of dark wood, probably maple. Stamped "Küsder, London." There are five brass keys, of the pattern of the period, giving the same notes as described previously; the additional key is for the production of D#. Length 4 feet. 18th century.
11Lent by G. Miller, Esq., L.R.A.M.
13155.
14Bassoon. This instrument was formerly the property of the 42nd Royal Highlanders (Black Watch), and its present owners believe it to have been used during the 1815 campaign. It is in extremely good condition, and is fitted with six brass keys on saddles, giving the following notes:—
16Stamped "Preston, London." Length 4 feet. 18th century.
17Lent by Messrs. J. and R. Glen.
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