Leon Instruments designed by Jörg Iwer - Silver-Plated - - Cornetta - Germania

Leon Instruments German-Made Silver-Plated Cornet - Brand New Condition with Lightweight Soft Case

**Description:**

Up for auction is a brand new, never-used cornet, meticulously crafted by the renowned German manufacturer, Leon Instruments. These wind instruments are manufactured under the direction of Jörg Iwer in Germany.
Jörg Iwer is a trained trumpeter and studied conductor and composer. In addition to his daily work as a conductor and composer for theater, concerts, film and television, he has been building wind instruments since 2008. In his free time he plays in the Boßdorf wind orchestra. For more information: www.joergiwer.com

This cornet represents the perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern design, making it an exceptional choice for musicians of all levels—from beginners to seasoned professionals.
Good intonation and response in the tonal range, precise and smooth mechanics and a finish made of selected materials make these instruments sonic and optical highlights.
The quality and value determine whether you will enjoy picking up an instrument again and again.


**Key Features:**
Body Finish : Silver Plated
Medium weight
Bell diameter : 119.0 mm
Bell size: 11.65 mm
Key : Bb
Design: Compact and ergonomic design, ensuring comfortable playability and ease of handling
Case: Includes a lightweight soft case, ideal for protecting the instrument during transport while being easy to carry
Mouthpiece: Mouthpiece included

The lacquered version sounds a little darker and earthier, the silver-plated version a little brighter and more radiant.

In addition to the classical trumpet, the use of cornets has become established in teaching and performing in recent years, mainly for two reasons:
Firstly, the weight distribution of the instrument is more favorable for smaller people because the centre of gravity is closer to the body. Secondly, in contrast to the so-called pocket trumpet, the cornet is a fully-fledged musical instrument with good sound characteristics (between a trumpet and a flugelhorn) that can easily be used in an orchestra, such as brass bands or symphonic orchestras.
Leon cornets are designed in Germany with two main focuses:
1. Easy and, above all, consistent response in the range of tones normally used by beginners or amateur musicians (2 1/2 octaves g to c3), but not too easy to enable the development of embouchure and endurance; if the instrument were to respond even more easily, it would not challenge the student or musician enough.
2. The best possible price-performance ratio: a good, reliable machine, good workmanship and, above all, a one-piece bell, driven and hammered from a single piece of brass.

Also, important details of the instrument are the finger buttons whose upper part is bone and not plastic, which is very rare nowadays as almost all instruments use plastic to reduce costs. There is even a pun on the company's logo inscribed on the bell of the instrument. It specifically says "LEON N STRUMENTS".


**Why Choose This Cornet?**

This Leon Instruments cornet is not just an instrument; it's a piece of art that offers a rich, bright sound typical of high-quality German brass instruments. The silver-plated finish not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also contributes to its durability, resisting tarnish and corrosion. Whether you're a collector looking for a pristine addition or a player seeking a reliable and beautiful instrument, this cornet meets all the criteria. This is a rare opportunity to own a top-tier, German-made cornet in absolutely mint condition. Don’t miss out on adding this remarkable instrument to your collection or musical repertoire.


Cornet's stand is not for sale, it was used for the photos only