1927 Conn 80H New Symphony Tenor Trombone GL-065_A4-06

Sep 16

Written By Zoe Larson

1927_Conn_80H-New-Symphony_Tenor-Trombone

Title: Tenor Trombone

Maker: C. G. Conn

Model: 80H New Symphony (Medium Bore)

Date: 1927

Geography: Elkhart, Indiana, United States

Material: Brass

Serial Number: 246882

Accession Number: GL-065_A4-06

Provenance: Founding Greenleaf Donation from Conn Museum, 1969

Description

Key: B-flat

Pitch: Low

Finish: Gold-plated

Lacquer: No

Engraving: Engraved bell with “MADE BY / C. G. Conn Ltd. (in banner) / ELKHART - IND. / U.S.A.” inside a circle surrounded by scrolling floral decoration. The bell features an oval with an Indigenous man looking out over water, possibly looking towards a ship which could suggest a pilgrims landing motif. Elaborate and detailed floral decoration extending along the whole length of the instrument. Wavy line embellishments, triangles, and diamonds are engraved near the bell rim.

Mouthpiece: Yes

Accessories: No

Case: No

Notes:

F-attachment rotary valve
Main tuning mechanism is on hand slide.
Atypical thumb loop, possibly included as a customization for the original owner.
Outer slide is stamped with “80H”, “4G”, and serial number. Outer slide is also stamped with a small star symbol, indicating a custom request or special finish. Inner slide stamped with serial number and “4”. Back of water key stamped with serial number. Slide receiver stamped “80H”. Back of rotary valve stamped “6”.