Musical scores for silent firms unearthed in Birmingham

About 500 scores – including a theme tune used in Charlie Chaplin films – found in council's music libraryHundreds of musical scores used to accompany silent films in cinemas more than 80 years ago have been discovered in the collection of Birmingham city council's music library, including a theme tune used in early Charlie Chaplin films.About 500 scores have been uncovered, many including the full parts for small orchestras of between seven and 11 players, not just a pianist. Judging by the...

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