Perduna German?

A name sometimes used by old German organ-builders for a 16' stop similar to the Bourdon. The etymology of the name is unknown; it may be a corruption of Bourdon.

Examples

None known. Contributions welcome.

Bibliography

Adlung[1]: §124 Bordun. Audsley[1]: Perduna. Sumner[1]: Perduna.
 
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