Keyed bugle
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Revision as of 16:51, 14 September 2006
The keyed bugle (Category 1), a bugle with woodwind-like keys, was developed in 1810 by Joseph Haliday. Instruments pitched in C and Eb were made.
Ophicleides (Keyed Bugle Family)
In 1817 the French firm Halary introduced a family of three instruments based on the keyed bugle. Other instruments were added later. Besides the original instrument there were:
- Alto ophicleide, originally called a 'quinticlave', in F and Eb.
- (Bass) ophicleide in C and Bb.
- Contralto ophicleide in Ab.
- Contrabass ophicleide, or 'monster ophicleide', in F and Eb.
Pictures
- Edinburgh University Collection of Historic Musical Instruments:
- Keyed bugle; 6 keys (George Smith, Wolverhampton, 1818-30).
Miscellaneous Links
- Ophicleide entry in Contrabass Mania
