Susato Kelhorns
Kelhorns (Kelischek Horns)
are very similar to Crumhorns and Cornamusen (capped reed
instruments popular during the Renaissance) but have a significantly shorter
overall length due to a convoluted snake-like internal bore.
This makes the instruments much easier to play (and transport)
because the finger holes are closer together and do not
require an uncomfortable stretch. Even small
hands can reach the tone holes on a Bass instrument! For good volume, a "Bell" is carved into the end of each horn. They
are fitted with our long lasting and reliable Susato
Reeds. These new reeds are wonderfully responsive and require
less air pressure. They are ready when you are for that next
tune. The sound is wonderfully "Buzzy" and flexible! Like Crumhorns, Kelhorns are 8' instruments, sounding an octave lower than same-named recorders, which are of the 4' family of instruments.
(For example: The pitch of a Soprano Crumhorn or Kelhorn is the same as on a Tenor recorder. A Tenor Kelhorn pitch is like a Great-Bass Recorder, a Bass Kelhorn like a Contra-Bass Recorder, etc.)
For Crumhorn and Kelhorn Music, see our new series of Susato Press Editions for nine-note instruments called: NINE IS FINE. |
Sextet of Rosewood Kelhorns
Soprano, -G- Alto, -F- Alto,
Tenor, Bass and Great Bass |
Internal bore and finished Rosewood -F- Bass Kelhorn. |
Quintet of ABS Kelhorns
Soprano, -F- Alto,
Tenor, Bass
& Great Bass in ABS and Rosewood. |
Check out the Media Gallery for video clips of George playing the Crumhorn and Kelhorn! |
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