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The Story of "A"

June 25, 2018

If A = 440hz is the standard for modern orchestras, why do baroque ensembles use A = 415hz?
The Story of “A” - More about Baroque Pitch

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In Early Music Monday Tags Pitch, Performance Practice

Why does A = 440hz?

June 18, 2018

Early Music Monday tackles the issue of pitch level. First up, how did A = 440hz become the standard for modern orchestras?

Why do orchestras tune to an A-note pitch at 440 Hz?

In Early Music Monday Tags Pitch, Performance Practice

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