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Music Box Mozart Eine kleine Nachtmusik
Price:
€8.09
Music Box — Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik
This mechanical music box plays Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik (A Little Night Music), the accessible yet dynamic composition he created in 1787. The melody emerges through the traditional mechanism of a hand-cranked cylinder and precision metal tines, delivering the characteristic bright, clear tones that define authentic mechanical music boxes.
The Composition and Its History
Mozart composed this work early in his career, yet it remained largely unknown until concert halls began performing it around 1900. Since then it has become one of his most recognizable pieces, valued for its straightforward charm and memorable melodic line. The music box captures this appeal by rendering the composition in its purest mechanical form, stripped of orchestral elaboration.
How It Works
Turn the crank to set the mechanism in motion. The cylinder, studded with precisely placed pins, engages the metal tines to produce each note of the melody in sequence. The sound emerges as a series of distinct, ringing tones—the acoustic signature of the music box tradition.
Amplifying the Sound
The music box is built with a wooden base that acts as a resonating body. When placed on a larger resonating surface—a chair, shelf, or box—the vibrations transmit into that object, causing the sound to become fuller and louder. This principle, fundamental to acoustic instruments, allows you to control the volume and presence of the melody without any electrical amplification.
Construction and Materials
The casing combines cardboard, metal, and wood. The metal components house the mechanical works; the wood base contributes both structural support and acoustic resonance. This layered construction is typical of compact, portable music boxes designed for both display and regular use.
What's Included
- The music box with hand crank
- Wooden base
The music box remains a fixture in European domestic and collector culture, valued as much for its mechanical ingenuity as for the nostalgic pleasure of its sound.
Price:
€8.09
Music Box Mozart Eine kleine Nachtmusik — This mechanical music box plays Mozart's famous Serenade No. 13 thanks to a German roller mechanism and precision metal tines. Compact (8.5 × 4.5 × 3 cm), it combines traditional engineering with a resonant wooden base to amplify the characteristic sound of authentic music boxes. Simply turn the handle to hear the clear and brilliant tones of this timeless melody. An ideal collectible for classical music enthusiasts and those who appreciate mechanical craftsmanship.
| Origin | Germany |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0,07 kg |
| Dimensions | 8,5 × 4,5 × 3,0 cm |
| Materials | Cardboard - Metal - Wood |
| Category | Classical music |
♪ Audio Samples ♪
Mozart - Eine kleine Nachtmusik
Caution: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please supervise older children. Beware of swallowing small parts, strangulation, material allergies, sharp edges and points! Use only for sound generation. No liability for improper use.
Care: Extreme temperature fluctuations, humidity and direct sunlight can affect the lifespan. Please store in balanced humidity to prevent material changes, mold and corrosion. Remove dirt with a damp cloth. Dry after cleaning and each use.
Disposal: Please contact your local waste disposal authority for information on environmentally sound disposal!
Music Box — Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik
This mechanical music box plays Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik (A Little Night Music), the accessible yet dynamic composition he created in 1787. The melody emerges through the traditional mechanism of a hand-cranked cylinder and precision metal tines, delivering the characteristic bright, clear tones that define authentic mechanical music boxes.
The Composition and Its History
Mozart composed this work early in his career, yet it remained largely unknown until concert halls began performing it around 1900. Since then it has become one of his most recognizable pieces, valued for its straightforward charm and memorable melodic line. The music box captures this appeal by rendering the composition in its purest mechanical form, stripped of orchestral elaboration.
How It Works
Turn the crank to set the mechanism in motion. The cylinder, studded with precisely placed pins, engages the metal tines to produce each note of the melody in sequence. The sound emerges as a series of distinct, ringing tones—the acoustic signature of the music box tradition.
Amplifying the Sound
The music box is built with a wooden base that acts as a resonating body. When placed on a larger resonating surface—a chair, shelf, or box—the vibrations transmit into that object, causing the sound to become fuller and louder. This principle, fundamental to acoustic instruments, allows you to control the volume and presence of the melody without any electrical amplification.
Construction and Materials
The casing combines cardboard, metal, and wood. The metal components house the mechanical works; the wood base contributes both structural support and acoustic resonance. This layered construction is typical of compact, portable music boxes designed for both display and regular use.
What's Included
- The music box with hand crank
- Wooden base
The music box remains a fixture in European domestic and collector culture, valued as much for its mechanical ingenuity as for the nostalgic pleasure of its sound.
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