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This circular pitch pipe in the form of a pocket watch produces twelve major and minor chords and was used for organ tuning. Later pitch pipes with rectangular forms evolved into the harmonica. This transition took place in Vienna or in Trossingen, Germany, between 1827 and 1830.
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Title: Round Pitch Pipe
Date: early 20th century
Geography: Germany
Culture: German
Medium: Metal
Classification: Accessory
Credit Line: Purchase, Kay T. Krechmer Gift, in memory of her husband, Harold Krechmer; Gifts of Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Freedman and Dr. Irven Paul, by exchange; and funds from various donors, 1989
Object Number: 1989.330.89
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