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Focustyle Elite FBT-600 Oberkrainer Baritone
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- Key: Bb
- Bell: 283mm (11.15")
- Bore: 14.4mm ( .567")
- Fine Polished Stainless steel pistons
- Nickel-Silver slides
- 4 valves, 3 water keys
- Clear lacquered finish
An Oberkrainer baritone is a specific type of baritone horn, a low-pitched brass instrument from the saxhorn family, designed with a distinctive "bell-front" configuration. The term "Oberkrainer" refers to its association with the Oberkrainer music style, a form of Alpine folk music popularized in the mid-20th century by the Slovenian musician Slavko Avsenik and his ensemble. This style, often featuring a small ensemble with instruments like the accordion, clarinet, trumpet, and baritone horn, is deeply rooted in the musical traditions of Central Europe, particularly in regions like Slovenia, Austria, and southern Germany.
The Oberkrainer baritone horn differs from traditional baritone horns in its physical design: it has a straight build with the bell (the flared end of the instrument) facing forward, rather than upward or curved as seen in the more common oval (Bohemian) or compact (German) forms. This "bell-front" design projects the sound directly toward the audience, making it particularly suited for the lively, rhythmic, and melodic demands of Oberkrainer music, which often accompanies dances like polkas and waltzes. The forward-facing bell enhances its ability to "cut through" the ensemble, providing a clear, brilliant tone that complements the music's upbeat character.
Like other baritone horns, it is typically pitched in B♭ (B-flat) and has a conical bore, though its bore is narrower than that of a euphonium, giving it a brighter, more focused sound compared to the euphonium's warmer, rounder timbre.
