Bombardon in Eb, Nominal pitch: E♭.
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InstrumentTuba |
Instrument FamilyWind |
MakerHigham |
Place MadeEngland ; United Kingdom ; Europe |
Date Made1871 ; 1871 or soon before |
DescriptionTechnical description: Copper tubing and valve casings with german silver mouthpiece receiver sheath, ferrules, bow guards, stays, stay plates, valve caps, and water-key. Normal layout with 1st - 3rd valves for right hand, 4th valve for left hand.The first leg of the main tuning-slide has fixed inner, moving outer slide. Valve type: 4 Périnet valves. |
Other InformationSpecific usage history: Lent to Bradford Museums and Art Galleries for Brass Roots travelling exhibition 1989-90. |
NotesArnold Myers, 7.3.12. |
Measurements760; bell 327. |
ProvenanceGift of Susan Tomes, 2012. |
CollectionFrank Tomes Collection ; MIMEd |
Accession Number6054 |