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George Morris, the celebrated bell ringer, on 8 bells, 1863
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George Morris, the celebrated bell ringer, on 8 bells, 1863
George Morris, the celebrated bell ringer, playing on eight bells at once, in the steeple of St James Clerkenwell, London. The arrangement of the bell ropes are as follows: the first on his right thumb, the second on his left thumb, 3rd left elbow, 4th left hand, 5th left foot, 6th right hand, 7th right elbow, 8th right foot. He later went on to become steeple keeper of St Martin-in-the-Fields. Date: 1863
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1863 Bell Bells Clerkenwell Hobby Keeper Morris Ringer Ringing Rings Rope Ropes Skillful Steeple Unusual 1860s Coordinated Dexterous
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This photograph captures the extraordinary moment when George Morris, a celebrated bell ringer from the 1860s, skillfully rings eight bells at once in the steeple of St. James Clerkenwell, London. Dressed in Victorian attire, Morris demonstrates an unprecedented level of dexterity and coordination as he manipulates the bell ropes with his thumbs, elbows, hands, and feet. The bell ropes are arranged on his right thumb for the first bell, his left thumb for the second, his left elbow for the third, his left hand for the fourth, his left foot for the fifth, his right hand for the sixth, his right elbow for the seventh, and his right foot for the eighth bell. This remarkable display of musical prowess and physical agility was a testament to Morris's unparalleled talent and dedication to his unusual hobby. Later in his career, Morris went on to become the steeple keeper of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, further cementing his place in the annals of church music history. This photograph, taken in 1863, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and showcases the unusual artistry of a man who mastered the intricacies of bell ringing.
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