Cornet
OriginFrance
Year1820
FamilyBrass
About the Cornet
Similar to trumpet but with a conical bore. Produces a warmer, mellower tone. Bix Beiderbecke was the greatest jazz cornetist. Used in British brass bands. Three valves like the trumpet. The deep mouthpiece creates the distinctive sound.
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