Hammond

/ˈhæmənd/ noun

Definition

a surname of English origin; also refers to Hammond organs, electric organs popular in music

Etymology

from Old Norse Hámund, meaning 'high protection'

Kelly Says

Hammond organs revolutionized music in the 20th century - they were originally designed to replace pipe organs in churches but ended up defining the sound of jazz and rock!

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