On the Present Condition of Musical Pitch in Boston and Vicinity (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore how pitch numbers shape concert life in 19th-century Boston. This book examines how instruments, pianos, and organs were tuned to different standards, and how temperature and performance habits influenced pitch decisions. A historical look at the practical challenges musicians faced when tuning across brands, rooms, and venues.

From church organs to concert halls, the text reveals why pitches varied by maker, location, and era. It discusses the shift from French to German standards, the role of tuning forks, and how players and builders navigated persistent inconsistencies. The result is a vivid portrait of a city negotiating a complex musical base note.

• How tuning forks and reference pitches shaped instrument tuning.


• Differences between piano, organ, and wind instrument standards.


• Historical context for why Boston's orchestras and venues used several pitches.


• An overview of notable makers and their approaches to standard pitch.

Ideal for readers curious about the history of musical pitch and its practical effects on performance.

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