My first harpsichord, made from a kit, a replica of an instrument by the Flemish maker Hans Moermans
A spinet in the Italian tradition, with a pretty sycamore case
An instrument designed and made by me for playing the music of D. Scarlatti
Another view of the same instrument showing wrestpins and jacks
Here in Philippines harpsichords are not found, but I did bring one half made when I came to this country, and finshed it so that it plays.
Happy birthday, Malcom. Your harpsichords are beautiful. It's hard to believe they aren't found in the Philippines. I'm sure yours will make a nice addition.
ReplyDeleteAll these were made in England, Jenn. I did bring one here half-made and finished it so that I can play it; but for me it's a cultural desert here, the one thing I am tempted to complain about.
ReplyDeleteThis is fascinating. Your harpsichords look beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI think nice-sounding harpsichords can help enhance one's experience of Baroque music.
Thanks, oceanskies. Yes, in fact the harpsichord is really the only instrument for certain keyboard music, e.g. D. Scarlatti.
ReplyDeleteHope your orchestral work is going well - I wish I could listen.
Beautiful.
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