Instrument: 4-key fife in Bb, made of cocus wood with silver rings and keys
Maker: Anon, England
Pitch: A=452
SL:
Notes: The fife is inscribed on the head joint silver ring "Presented to D. Mr. James McLaren
By Ensign Campbell 92nd Highlanders
September 3rd 1855
I spent a little time trying to track down James McClaren. He was a member of the Highlanders Regiment of Foot, which is a well known regiment.
The fife plays very well and is an elegant instrument.
Restorer:Matt Slauson - new endcap and associated silver rings as well as new Bb key
Demonstration Video:
