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TODAY’S CLUE: J = G
ANSWER: IF SOME BEAUTIFUL WOMEN ARE TWISTING WET TOWELS, WHAT IS HAPPENING? BELLES ARE WRINGING.
Bells
Percussion Instruments • Ringing Through History
What Is a Bell?
A bell is a hollow percussion instrument that produces sound when its body is struck. Many familiar bells have a cup shaped form and contain a suspended piece called a clapper, which strikes the inside of the bell when it swings.
An Ancient Sound
Bells have been used for thousands of years in different parts of the world. Early examples were made from materials including pottery and metal, and bells eventually became important in religious ceremonies, public communication, music, and everyday life.
How a Bell Rings
When a bell is struck, its metal body vibrates and sends sound waves through the air. The bell’s size, shape, thickness, and material all influence its pitch and tone. Large bells generally produce deeper sounds than smaller ones.
Church & Tower Bells
Large bells have long been installed in churches, temples, civic buildings, and towers. Their powerful sound can travel considerable distances, allowing them to announce worship services, mark the time, celebrate special occasions, and signal important community events.
Bells as Musical Instruments
Bells are also used to make music. Handbells can be played individually or in groups, while a carillon consists of a set of tuned bells usually housed in a tower and played from a keyboard. Different sized bells allow musicians to produce a range of notes.
From School Bells to Doorbells
Bells have served countless practical purposes, from school bells and ship’s bells to bicycle bells, alarm bells, and doorbells. Whether marking time, warning of danger, making music, or announcing someone’s arrival, the familiar ring of a bell remains an instantly recognizable signal.
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