In metallurgy, brass pertains to the alloy of copper and zinc. In music, it refers to aerophones, or instruments that require the blowing of air to play. However, because many metallic musical instruments are made of the metal brass, brass instruments are often misconstrued as all being made of its namesake metal. (more…)
Metals were originally pure elements. When early humans discovered that mixing metals through melting produced stronger, more durable, and corrosion-resistant materials, alloying became a practice. Two of the most commonly alloyed metals are copper and zinc, the combination of which produces brass. (more…)
Brass is a kind of metal that has been in use in quite a number of different industries. From well-known, everyday trades such as plumbing, construction, and manufacturing of such varied products as musical instruments, furniture, and display and lighting fixtures; to lesser-known industries such as aviation and naval equipment — all make use of this metal. One has to ask the question, “What makes brass stand out from other kinds of metal”? (more…)
