[Musical Rifle]

"The Musical Rifle" - Original 1964 Photograph

Bizarre original press photograph showing three members of the Royal Marine Band playing the "musical rifle." From the press caption on the verso, dated November 11, 1964: "The Musical Rifle is just a rifle with a trumpet mouthpiece in the muzzle - and the breech is opened... Bandmaster Albert Hall says the music is as 'Sweet as a Nut.' " In fine condition. 25.7 x 20.2 cm. (13021)

Unsigned Photograph
Classical Music