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Musical instruments are heraldic symbols that, in general, signify festivity and rejoicing. The clarion is an ancient brass instrument that is held in one hand and blown over like a flute. The bearer of this sign may have been a musician or ceremonial trumpeter and like the trumpet it could signify the call to battle, or the mustering call for a crusade. They are suitable heraldic bearings for someone who would bravely follow such a sound into battle. On the other hand, the harp is an equally ancient heraldic symbol signifying contemplation, thoughtfulness, and gentle pursuits. The hunting horn, or bugle was adopted as a symbol of the chase, it was the sign of a hunter and it generally indicated a man fond of high pursuits. The chase was considered the most noble of employments next to war. There are other instruments used as charges as well, such as pipes, tabors and others. Though their specific symbolic meanings are not certain they are likely emblems of festivity and rejoicing.

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