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    technique - Dynamic markings in harpsichord music

    Jul 27, 2021 · It is widely claimed that it is not possible to vary dynamics on the harpsichord through touch; however, recent studies on single tones show that small dynamic differentiation can be obtained depending on the type of keypress.

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    Harpsichord basics: Katharine May - Melanie Spanswick

    Jun 23, 2018 · Following on from my brief introduction to the instrument posted in 2016 (you can read this post, here), I thought I would outline some of the …

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      What is the pitch of a harpsichord?
      When describing a harpsichord it is customary to specify its choirs of strings, often called its disposition. To describe the pitch of the choirs of strings, pipe organ terminology is used. Strings at eight-foot pitch (8') sound at the normal expected pitch, strings at four-foot pitch (4') sound an octave higher.

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      How do you play a single Unison harpsichord?
      To play the basic voice of this type of instrument—the single unison—both registers should be pulled out. There might also be a buff stop on this type of harpsichord. This is a row of leather or cloth pads which can press against the end of the unison strings, muting them and giving an attractive gut string sort of effect.

      CBH Technical Library — Resources II — First time at the harpsichord

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      What is a harpsichord instrument?
      harpsichord, keyboard musical instrumentin which strings are set in vibrationby plucking. It was one of the most important keyboard instruments in European musicfrom the 16th through the first half of the 18th century. A brief treatment of harpsichords follows. For full treatment, seekeyboard instrument: The harpsichord.

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      How does a harpsichord make sound?
      Unlike the piano, the harpsichord produces sound by plucking strings using a mechanism called a jack and plectrum. Each key is connected to a jack, which lifts when the key is pressed, causing the plectrum to pluck the string. When the key is released, the jack falls back down.

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      How did the harpsichord start?
      1. The Harpsichord Has A Unique Origin It began with the psaltery, a wooden instrument with strings stretched across its length. However, musicians could only pluck one string at a time to produce sound on it. Then there came the keyboard. With it, musicians could create chords and more sophisticated melodies.

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      What is a harpsichord octave?
      For full treatment, seekeyboard instrument: The harpsichord. Generally, the harpsichord has two or more sets of strings, each of which produces different tonequalities. One set may sound an octavehigher than the others and is called a 4-foot register, whereas a set of strings at normal pitchis called an 8-foot register.

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      German single-manual harpsichord after Friedrich Ring, Strasbourg 1700. Source: Landesmuseum für Kunst und Gewerbe, Stuttgart, Germany. Built in natural, varnished wood.

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      Aug 30, 2024 · Harpsichord, keyboard musical instrument in which strings are set in vibration by plucking. It was one of the most important keyboard instruments in European music from the 16th through the first half of the 18th …

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      A guide to help you feel at home the first time you sit at an historic-style harpsichord.

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