John Shore (trumpeter)
Template:Short description Template:For Template:Use dmy dates Template:Use British English John Shore (c. 1662 – 1752) was an English trumpeter and lutenist. He invented the tuning fork in 1711.<ref>Template:Cite journal</ref> Shore came from a family of musicians including the singer Catherine Shore. He was Sergeant Trumpeter to the court. He is credited with demonstrating that the trumpet, which up till then had been a military instrument, could be used in an orchestral role. Shore had parts specifically written for him by both George Frideric Handel and Henry Purcell.<ref>Template:Cite ODNB</ref>
Over time, tuning forks were adapted for use in medical and therapeutic settings, where their precise frequencies have been harnessed for healing and therapeutic purposes.<ref>Template:Cite web</ref>
Tuning forks are known for their nearly pure frequency response, emitting a clear, unwavering tone that is free from the complex overtones found in other instruments. This purity of sound makes them ideal for applications where specific frequencies need to be isolated and targeted.
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