{"title":"Brass Instruments","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop our selection of brass instruments, from trumpets and trombones to tubas and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"conn-15a-director-cornet","title":"Conn 15A Director Cornet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eC.G. Conn 15A Director\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic American-made student cornet from Conn’s highly regarded Elkhart, Indiana era. Introduced in 1961, the 15A was designed specifically for developing musicians and became one of Conn’s most widely used cornets in school band programs.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis serial number 917244 dates to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1961\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 15A features a traditional brass bell and Conn’s compact cornet design, producing the warm, rounded character associated with a B♭ cornet. Conn originally promoted the model for its centered response, free-blowing design, graduated-thickness bell and quiet \u003cstrong\u003e“Anti-Bounce” bottom-spring valve system\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument: B♭ Cornet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: C.G. Conn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: \u003cstrong\u003e15A Director\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: \u003cstrong\u003e917244\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured: \u003cstrong\u003eCirca 1961\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in \u003cstrong\u003eElkhart, Indiana, USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Elkhart-era Conn construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal-style lacquered brass finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree bottom-spring piston valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConn “Anti-Bounce” valve design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately .484\" bore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 4¾\" bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for student and developing musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes vintage hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally inspected and serviced by our repair shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed vintage instrument; normal cosmetic wear and signs of age may be present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cornet has been \u003cstrong\u003eprofessionally inspected, adjusted, and play-tested\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure it is ready to play. With its genuine Elkhart-era American construction and traditional cornet sound, the 15A Director is a great choice for a student, recreational player, or musician looking for an affordable vintage Conn. The 15A was produced from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1961 through 1971\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing this instrument among the earliest examples of the model. Mouthpiece and case are included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R \u0026 M Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46399913066553,"sku":null,"price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/0423\/3785\/files\/IMG_0302.jpg?v=1787919817"}],"url":"https:\/\/randmmusic.com\/collections\/brass-instruments.oembed","provider":"R \u0026 M Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}