The 3D-Printed Cornett: Reflections on a Decade of Experimentation and Performance

Savan, Jamie (2025) The 3D-Printed Cornett: Reflections on a Decade of Experimentation and Performance. Music & Science, 8. ISSN 2059-2043

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Abstract

Reflecting on some of the pioneering research that led to the first 3D-printed cornetts (2012–14), this paper describes various ways in which 3D-printed cornetts have since informed our understanding of historical performance practices, before discussing their subsequent use in the author's own professional practice. The latest iterations of the modular 3D-printed cornett at the center of this study demonstrate some opportunities afforded by the technology for innovation in contemporary instrument design, including a version with integrated piezo pickup for performance with live electronics. Finally, the author offers some thoughts on possible future directions for the research, with some consideration of environmental impacts and potential mitigations.

Item Type:	Article
Identification Number:	10.1177/20592043251345256
Dates:	Date Event 25 May 2025 Accepted 25 May 2025 Published Online
Uncontrolled Keywords:	3D printing, cornett, historical performance practice, musical instrument design, organology
Subjects:	CAH25 - design, and creative and performing arts > CAH25-02 - performing arts > CAH25-02-02 - music
Divisions:	Faculty of Arts, Design and Media > Royal Birmingham Conservatoire > Royal Birmingham Conservatoire - Music
Depositing User:	Gemma Tonks
Date Deposited:	10 Jun 2025 13:01
Last Modified:	10 Jun 2025 13:01
URI:	https://www.open-access.bcu.ac.uk/id/eprint/16416

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