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A piano covers the full spectrum of all orchestra instruments, from below the lowest note of the double bassoon to above the top note of the piccolo.

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A grand piano can be played faster than an upright (spinet) piano.

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Jeanne Louise Calment’s CD was released on her 121st birthday in 1996. Titled “Time’s Mistress” it features Ms Calment reminiscing to a score of rap music and other tunes.

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The Beatles song “Martha My Dear” was written by Paul McCartney about his sheepdog Martha.

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