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Martin, M.B. 16-Bell Schalmei – tenor

East Germany
Eastern Europe

Chrome plated, reed
c. 1930's

Length: 41 inches

Each bell of this 16-bell Schalmei has a brass reed. This scarce tenor horn has three valves on top and one thumb valve. Popularized as a band instrument in the 1920s by the German communist party. There are still bands playing these in Germany. See other Schalmei in this collection for additional information.

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