"Set of 4 temple blocks."

This set of temple blocks sound approximately E, G, A, D and appear to be a matched set. They were made specifically for use on a dance band / jazz drum kit.

Temple block

Instrument Data

Instrument Information

Title

Set of 4 temple blocks.

Accession Number

2397

Collection

MIMEd; Blades Collection

Date Information

Date Made

Probably mid 20th century

Gallery Information

Gallery

Laigh Room

Case

Jazz band display

Maker Information

No information recorded.

Made In

No information recorded.

Description

Other Information

General usage of type: dance band kit / jazz kit use.

Technical Description

4 wooden blocks painted red and gold; used mounted on trap table with clamps. Ends of blocks are shaped like fish tails.

Provenance

Purchased with assistance from the Government's Local Museums Purchase Fund, 1984.

Classification