Instrument: 7-key Flute in C, ebony with ivory rings and silver keys, with tuning slide, c. 1810
Maker: W. Milhouse, London / 337 Oxford STT - William Milhouse was at this address from 1797-1822 and this flute probably dates to the earlier part of that time period.
Pitch: A=435-444
SL:
Notes: a very fine flute in a late classical style. It has a lined head joint and beautiful keywork. Foot is a bit flat but generally the instrument has rather good tuning.
Restorer: Jon Cornia
Demonstration recording:
Allegro from Trio VI by Wending
Three tunes by Dressler - Blue Bonnets, Fleuve du tage, Kelvin Grove
