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Ireland's Largest Musical Instrument! - Carillon Bells
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"In the steeple of St. Colman's Cathedral in Cobh, Co. Cork is the largest musical instrument in Ireland and one of the largest in Europe! The 'Carillon' consists of a number of bells attached to a playing console by steel lines. The sounds of the instrument can be heard all over the town. EWTN's Colm Flynn travels to Cobh to meet its carillonneur, Adrian Gebruers." from the video introduction
A Comprehensive Look at The History of The Carillon
'The history of the carillon will take us to the realm of ancient music, where a truly special instrument called the Carillon exists.
Its powerful sound of this instrument has graced town squares, cathedrals, and historic places for centuries, enchanting all who hear its beautiful tunes.
The history of the Carillon is a fascinating and diverse journey spanning century. It encompasses its beginnings in the Middle Ages and phases of growth and decline.
An extraordinary resurgence was propelled by dedicated individuals and organizations committed to preserving this distinctive musical instrument.
This blog post will take us on a journey through time, where we will uncover the incredible history of the carillon.
We will start from its humble beginnings and trace its evolution into the magnificent instrument it is today.
This journey illustrates how music and human creativity can endure and flourish over time. So, join us as we step back in time to explore the carillon’s history..." from the article:
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