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Introduction to the harpsichord 

07-07-2011 19:39

Materials for a class given at the Kansas City convention of 2005, covering the history of the harpsichord in the period when the piano became dominant, including the revival in the 19thand 20th centuries and kit instruments; the variety of shapes and layouts; structural components; keys and action; and basic maintenance.

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Keith McGavern
08-28-2011 12:17

Great pics and info, Fred. Thanks for taking the time.

Philip Allard
07-12-2011 20:45

Thanks so much for posting this. I started my technical work through building a Zuckerman Z kit many years ago. The instructions at the time suggested getting the sound board as humid as possible by leaving it in the bathroom with the shower on to steam it before gluing it to the case. This strikes me as nuts today, but the instrument came out with a lovely tone and a lot of projection.
Anyway, I love harpsichords and appreciate your efforts in making this available to all of us.

Comments

Keith McGavern
08-28-2011 12:17

Great pics and info, Fred. Thanks for taking the time.

Philip Allard
07-12-2011 20:45

Thanks so much for posting this. I started my technical work through building a Zuckerman Z kit many years ago. The instructions at the time suggested getting the sound board as humid as possible by leaving it in the bathroom with the shower on to steam it before gluing it to the case. This strikes me as nuts today, but the instrument came out with a lovely tone and a lot of projection.
Anyway, I love harpsichords and appreciate your efforts in making this available to all of us.