Friday, July 1, 2022

Musical Museum, Brentford

Founded in 1963, this museum specializes in preserving antique self-playing musical instruments.  The assorted instruments are fully operational as was demonstrated by our knowledgeable guide during a wonderful 90 minute tour of the collection.


Regina Disc Musical Box, 1899

Barrel Organ, 1813

Orchestrion, 1899.  It is huge but
intended for home use!


Orchestrelle Reed Organ, 1905

Phonoliszt Violina, 1910




Portable Gramophone, 1925

Jukebox ...

... and some of its music selections.
We chose Eartha Kitt's Under the
Bridges of Paris for a listen.


Theremin, 1930.  Played by hand
without being touched.




   

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