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by kygator3
(6 posts)
18 years ago

Getzen Tenor?

I recently ran across a 'bargain' horn passing by a small yard sale. $20 later, I was the (proud?) owner of what appears to ge a non-dented and in working order piece. Not much info, but I need some help on what it is, so here's what I have:only serial numbers found 'A 6400' (also on back side of g# key). Bell script: Elkhorn A DIV of Getzen Elkhorn, WIS. Name is within a starburst, also 'Made in Italy' (which leads me to the distinct conclusion that it wasn't made in Idaho). Any help on what it is and where to find more info will be greatly appreciated. Andy

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  2. by kygator3
    (6 posts)
    18 years ago

    Re: Getzen Tenor?

    P.S.-Looking straight on at the horn, the low b and b-flat keys are on the right, mother-of-pearl on thumb rest but not octave key, no high f# key. Again and as always, any help would be greatlt appreciated.

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    1. by definition
      (963 posts)
      18 years ago

      Re: Getzen Tenor?

      Its a stencil horn, which is a horn made by one company for another one. Holton is a likely source of origin, being based in Elkhorn, Wis. My guess is that Getzen(brass instrument manufacturer) wanted to branch out some and try selling some woodwinds under their name possibly is one choice Sorry, no real hard evidence to help you

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      1. by kygator3
        (6 posts)
        18 years ago

        Re: Getzen Tenor?

        Thanks for the response! After my post and some more homework, I had figured it was, just couldn't come up with the 'who' of it. If anybody else has anything on this horn, it is greatly appreciated!

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