The brass section playing fortissimo can drown out practically the whole orchestra. One-third of the total power of a 75-piece orchestra comes from the bass drum. High frequency sounds of 2-4,000 Hz are the most damaging. The uppermost octave of the piccolo is 2,048-4,096 Hz. Aging causes gradual hearing loss, mostly in the high frequencies.
BREAKING DOWN 'Force Majeure'. Force majeure is related to the concept of an act of God, meaning an event for which no party can be held accountable, such as a hurricane or a tornado. Force majeure also encompasses human actions, however, such as armed conflict.
Related clauses. Right to Suspend Performance; Default by Sponsor; Termination Under Section 9.1; Applicability of Force Majeure Event; OEA Estoppel Certificates; Release of Purchasers; Scope of Excused Performance; Excuse from Performance; Default by HEP; Specific Performance in the Event of Breach