BAHNNER single F

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£250.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 A lovely French piston horn with a fixed leadpipe

 

rather than a detachable crook.

 

 

 

This very characterful horn in F was bought by its owner at a

 

brocante (outdoor flea market) in Brittany about 10 years ago.

 

Its age is estimated at about 40-50 years, and its serial number,

 

stamped on the bell, is 64553.

 

The maker's name is stamped (or possibly engraved) on the bell:

 

BAHNNER, or more accurately (and curiously!), B'A'HNNER.

 

 

The silver plate is in excellent condition and the valve tops are unworn. The tuning slides are all close-fitting; this seems to indicate that the instrument has had little use.

 

It plays with a centered, 'traditional' French sound, making works such as 'Villanelle' by Dukas a delight to play.

 

The horn's case is made of wood, with a covering of black oilcloth.

A rather small mouthpiece with a small bore is included in the sale.

 

NB: The horn is currently with its owner in Shrewsbury, UK.

Contact details can be provided on request.

 

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BAHNNER single F