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I am writing an article on piano tuning, and in my research I have not been able to find definitive source of the three strings per key of the pianoforte. When and why was it done? Surely there is more to it than merely greater volume? Can anyone refer me to an authoritative source? The great articl...

I have reviewed several histories in both encyclopedia and in texts on the subject, and have not seen an explanation of when three strings were first used, and why. Was it simply to increase the sound level or does the use of the "Choir" add color? Where should I look for an authoratative ...