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Old 07-21-2007, 04:09 PM   #9 (permalink)
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Re: An Interesting Book
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Originally Posted by wiseone2 View Post
This is an example of the sort of "wiseguy" humour that has gotten trumpet/cornet players in the doghouse for centuries
Check page 49 of the book.

Think of the title "God Save The Queen." That title is not an American favorite, hence the pedal octave for America. In Europe the Queen is a favorite, so that is why the tune is written in the highest octave. The Asian and African versions reflect the esteem in which the Queen is held............I think
Wilmer
Thats funny! Although some people would argue today that the Queen is held in higher esteem than the president of the USA!
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