Carillon - Music and instrument

... "carillon" derives from Old French and has its origin in Gallo-Roman *QUADRINIONE, itself derived from Low Latin "quaternio," meaning "group of four." Thus, a carillon consists of at least four harmonized bells. In a carillon, the bells remain stationary, and it is the hammers or clappers that strike them to produce sound.

There are several renowned carillon manufacturers that produce high-quality instruments. Here are some well-known carillon manufacturers:

1. Petit & Fritsen: Petit & Fritsen is a Dutch company specialized in carillon manufacturing since 1660. They are known for their traditional and innovative carillons and are considered one of the leading global manufacturers.

2. Royal Eijsbouts: Royal Eijsbouts is a Dutch carillon manufacturer based in Asten. They produce high-quality carillons for installations worldwide. Their expertise also includes the restoration of historical carillons.

3. Paccard: The Paccard foundry, located in France, specializes in bell manufacturing since 1796. They are recognized for their exceptional craftsmanship in creating large-scale carillons and bells.

4. Meeks, Watson & Company: Meeks, Watson & Company is an American carillon manufacturer based in Ohio. They have a long history in carillon manufacturing and are known for their craftsmanship.

5. Taylor's Eayre & Smith Ltd.: Taylor's Eayre & Smith is a British bell foundry specialized in producing bells and carillons since 1839. Their carillons are used in churches and famous buildings worldwide.

6. Whitechapel Bell Foundry: Although the Whitechapel Bell Foundry closed its doors in 2017, it was one of the oldest and most renowned bell foundries in the world. Their historical carillons continue to resonate in many locations around the globe.