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| qjckypgayehg at (no spam) yahoo.com... |
 Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2008 2:34 am |
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Picture this: You are in beautiful Switzerland surrounded by the
mountains and you hear a distinct sound coming from afar. You are
probably hearing the sound of an alphorn - the most famous musical
instrument in this country.
Alphorns have been around as far back as 500 years ago, initially used
as a means of communication among the Swiss. In modern times, the
alphorn has been converted as a musical instrument, being used in both
orchestra and solo performances.
Anatomy
An alphorn consists of a wooden horn, a conical bore, a cup-shaped
lead pipe or mouthpiece, and curved bells. Typically, an alphorn is
carved from solid wood and has no lateral opening. It can measure up
to 10 meters in length, making it a local attraction for visitors.
Kinds
? Grada buchel alphorn - this is made from the trunk of a fir tree. It
is usually straight and hollow with a wide, curved bell at the end and
produces a soft and smooth sound. These types are wrapped in birch
bark for durability and protection....
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