Long story short, the classic “ding-dong” doorbell chime is the first two notes of the bells played Westminster Palace, which in turn are based on Handel’s opera The Messiah. Read more about it, it’s neat.
Long story short, the classic “ding-dong” doorbell chime is the first two notes of the bells played Westminster Palace, which in turn are based on Handel’s opera The Messiah. Read more about it, it’s neat.
That was far too interesting of a read. Give me more things to consume!
If it’s a linguistics rabbit hole you’re looking for, I recommend Dr. Geoff Lindsey.