B♭ flute. Nominal pitch: A♭.
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InstrumentTransverse flute |
Instrument FamilyWind |
Date MadeLate 19th Century |
DescriptionTechnical description: Cocus; 2 sections; german silver key; 3 german silver ferrules; circular embouchure-hole. Keymount type: rod/pillar. Keyhead type: cup. Repair History: Embouchure-hole enlarged. Overall size: 377 mm Sounding length: embouchure to foot, 323 mm Bore: conical Slightly warped; lacks cap. Embouchure-hole enlarged Performance characteristics: Range D⁴ - A⁶ (sounding B♭⁴ - F⁷). Plays well throughout range. Usable pitch: Sounding A⁴ c 465 Hz. |
NotesE. Smith, 1986. |
Measurements377. |
ProvenanceGift of Mrs G.F. Harris. |
CollectionMIMEd |
Accession Number0547 |