Music Box Grieg In the Hall of the Mountain King
Price:
€8.09
Boîte à musique — Grieg : Dans la grotte du roi de la montagne
This hand-cranked music box plays Edvard Grieg's "In the Hall of the Mountain King," the orchestral interlude from his 1867 stage music for Henrik Ibsen's dramatic poem Peer Gynt. A cylinder studded with metal pins rotates against a tuned steel comb, converting the mechanical action of the crank into the composition's distinctive melodic arc — opening with a quiet, mysterious phrase that accelerates and intensifies toward a threatening, driving climax.
How it works
The mechanism is entirely hand-operated. Turning the crank rotates a wooden cylinder embedded with metal pegs. As the pegs pass over the steel comb, they pluck individual teeth tuned to specific pitches, producing the melody. No batteries or electricity are required; the system depends only on steady manual rotation.
The melody builds momentum as you turn the crank, mirroring the dramatic arc of Grieg's original composition — a complete musical narrative unfolding through purely mechanical means. Placing the music box on a larger resonating surface such as a wooden table or shelf allows vibrations to project more freely through a larger body, amplifying the sound.
The composition and its source
Ibsen wrote Peer Gynt as a five-act dramatic poem in 1867. Grieg composed the stage music for theatrical productions of the work, and this piece has remained one of the most recognizable compositions in the classical repertoire. The "Hall of the Mountain King" depicts the protagonist's encounter with supernatural beings in the mountains — a moment of mounting tension and otherworldly threat that Grieg captured through rhythmic acceleration and harmonic intensity.
Materials and construction
The music box is built from wood, metal, and cardboard. The wooden cylinder and resonating base transmit vibrations from the steel comb, while the cardboard packaging includes biographical and compositional information in two languages. The compact dimensions make it suitable for display or collection.
What's included
- The mechanical music box with crank
- Informational packaging with composer biography and portrait
Playing and care
Turn the crank at a steady, moderate pace. The mechanism is durable but avoid forcing the crank or turning it too rapidly, as this can damage the pinned cylinder. Store the music box in a dry environment to prevent wood warping or metal corrosion. No lubrication or maintenance beyond simple dusting is necessary for normal use.
The music box remains a direct link between mechanical engineering and classical composition, transforming a celebrated orchestral moment into a form that has existed for nearly two centuries.
Price:
€8.09
Music Box - Grieg: In the Hall of the Mountain King — A hand-cranked mechanical music box that plays Edvard Grieg's iconic "In the Hall of the Mountain King" from his 1867 Peer Gynt suite. The pinned cylinder mechanism on resonant wood captures the piece's dramatic arc—from mysterious opening to thunderous climax—with each turn of the crank. Decorated with a portrait and bilingual biography of the composer, this German-made instrument requires no batteries, only steady hands and patience. A compact gateway to classical music and mechanical craftsmanship, equally at home in a collector's cabinet or a child's discovery of how sound lives in metal and wood.
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Grieg - In the Hall of the Mountain King
| Weight | 0,07 kg |
|---|---|
| Origin | Germany |
| Dimensions | 8,5 × 4,5 × 3,0 cm |
| Materials | Cardboard - Metal - Wood |
| Category | Classical music |
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!
Boîte à musique — Grieg : Dans la grotte du roi de la montagne
This hand-cranked music box plays Edvard Grieg's "In the Hall of the Mountain King," the orchestral interlude from his 1867 stage music for Henrik Ibsen's dramatic poem Peer Gynt. A cylinder studded with metal pins rotates against a tuned steel comb, converting the mechanical action of the crank into the composition's distinctive melodic arc — opening with a quiet, mysterious phrase that accelerates and intensifies toward a threatening, driving climax.
How it works
The mechanism is entirely hand-operated. Turning the crank rotates a wooden cylinder embedded with metal pegs. As the pegs pass over the steel comb, they pluck individual teeth tuned to specific pitches, producing the melody. No batteries or electricity are required; the system depends only on steady manual rotation.
The melody builds momentum as you turn the crank, mirroring the dramatic arc of Grieg's original composition — a complete musical narrative unfolding through purely mechanical means. Placing the music box on a larger resonating surface such as a wooden table or shelf allows vibrations to project more freely through a larger body, amplifying the sound.
The composition and its source
Ibsen wrote Peer Gynt as a five-act dramatic poem in 1867. Grieg composed the stage music for theatrical productions of the work, and this piece has remained one of the most recognizable compositions in the classical repertoire. The "Hall of the Mountain King" depicts the protagonist's encounter with supernatural beings in the mountains — a moment of mounting tension and otherworldly threat that Grieg captured through rhythmic acceleration and harmonic intensity.
Materials and construction
The music box is built from wood, metal, and cardboard. The wooden cylinder and resonating base transmit vibrations from the steel comb, while the cardboard packaging includes biographical and compositional information in two languages. The compact dimensions make it suitable for display or collection.
What's included
- The mechanical music box with crank
- Informational packaging with composer biography and portrait
Playing and care
Turn the crank at a steady, moderate pace. The mechanism is durable but avoid forcing the crank or turning it too rapidly, as this can damage the pinned cylinder. Store the music box in a dry environment to prevent wood warping or metal corrosion. No lubrication or maintenance beyond simple dusting is necessary for normal use.
The music box remains a direct link between mechanical engineering and classical composition, transforming a celebrated orchestral moment into a form that has existed for nearly two centuries.
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