Harpsichords and Clavichords

Harpsichords and Clavichords

Harpsichords and ClavichordsThe harpsichord and the clavichord represent the two most important types of stringed keyboard instruments...
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Author: Hoover, Cynthia A. (Cynthia Adams)
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Harpsichords and Clavichords

Harpsichords and Clavichords

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Harpsichords and Clavichords

$17.25 $8.62
Author: Hoover, Cynthia A. (Cynthia Adams)
Format: eBook
Language: English

Harpsichords and Clavichords

The harpsichord and the clavichord represent the two most important types of stringed keyboard instruments used from the 15th through the 18th centuries. By the 19th century, the piano had become the most important domestic keyboard instrument. In this booklet are described a few of the restored Smithsonian harpsichords and clavichords that are occasionally on exhibit in the Hall of Musical Instruments or in use in the series of concerts sponsored by the Division of Musical Instruments. Models showing how the sound is produced on these instruments are also on exhibit. A complete list of the keyboard collection is found in A Checklist of Keyboard Instruments at the Smithsonian Institution (Washington, 1967), which is available from the Division of Musical Instruments, Smithsonian Institution, Washington ,D.C. 20560. When the harpsichord key is pressed, a wooden jack is raised so that a quill or leather plectrum inserted into the jack tongue plucks the string. When the key is released, the jack falls back into place, the pivoted tongue allowing the plectrum to pass the string without plucking it. A felt damper (inserted in a slit at the top of the jack) touches the string to stop the sound. ......Buy Now (To Read More)

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Ebook Number: 39690
Author: Hoover, Cynthia A. (Cynthia Adams)
Release Date: May 13, 2012
Format: eBook
Language: English

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