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Harpsichords have been around since the late middle ages, and it is not known who invented them first. The Ruckers family, however, in Antwerp, made great strides in the development of the harpsichord in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries.
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∙ 14y agoIt is generally believed they were first built in the Middle Ages and took on some refinement around the year 1550 AD.
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∙ 16y agoThe harpsichord can date back to the 1300's.
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∙ 12y agothe exact date is not known but its probaly invented the the 1300's
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∙ 8y agothe inventor of the harpsichord was Sir James Rowland.
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Who invented the first harpsichord?
The earliest record refers to a certain Herman Poll in 1397 who claimed to have invented a similar instrument called a Clavicembalum'. This is the earliest known representation of a Harpsichord All that I do know, is that it was invented in the 14th century, but nobody knows who the inventor is.
How are dynamics and timbre controlled on a harpsichord?
You can't use dynamics or timbre on a harpsichord, but you can on a piano
The harpsichord produces sound when?
A harpsichord produces a sound by plucking a string when a key is pressed down.
What was the harpsichord made out of?
the harpsichord comes from many countries in Europe like Italy for example.
What instrument replaced the harpsichord as the most dominant instrument of the?
The piano replaced the harpsichord as the most dominant instrument.
Who invented the first piono?
Bartolomeo Cristofori is the inventor of the piano. The piano was invented between 1700 to 1720 and evolved from the harpsichord.
When was the piano ivented?
The piano first known as the pianoforte evolved from the harpsichord around 1700 to 1720, by the Italian inventor Bartolomeo Cristofor.
Who invented the first harpsichord?
The earliest record refers to a certain Herman Poll in 1397 who claimed to have invented a similar instrument called a Clavicembalum'. This is the earliest known representation of a Harpsichord All that I do know, is that it was invented in the 14th century, but nobody knows who the inventor is.
Who invented the piano and why?
The piano first known as the pianoforte evolved from the harpsichord around 1700 to 1720, by Italian inventor Bartolomeo Cristofor. Harpsichord manufacturers had been determined to produce an instrument with a better dynamic response than the harpsichord. Bartolomeo Cristofali, the keeper of instruments in the court of Prince Ferdinand de Medici of Florence, was the first to solve the problem.
Why do you think someone invented the piano?
The piano first known as the pianoforte evolved from the harpsichord around 1700 to 1720, by Italian inventor Bartolomeo Cristofor. Harpsichord manufacturers had been determined to produce an instrument with a better dynamic response than the harpsichord. Bartolomeo Cristofali, the keeper of instruments in the court of Prince Ferdinand de Medici of Florence, was the first to solve the problem..
How do you use harpsichord in a sentence?
sentence of harpsichord
Was Handel's Capriccio written for harpsichord or piano?
Harpsichord
What has the author Frank Hubbard written?
Frank Hubbard has written: 'Harpsichord regulating and repairing' -- subject(s): Construction, Harpsichord 'Harpsichord Kits'
Who played the harpsichord?
Johann Sebastian Bach played the harpsichord!!
What country is the harpsichord from?
The harpsichord is originally from Italy and dates back to the 16th century.
How are dynamics and timbre controlled on a harpsichord?
You can't use dynamics or timbre on a harpsichord, but you can on a piano
What is a Cembalo?
harpsichord
