Nose Flute is an instrument that is mostly played in the Pacific Rim and Polynesian countries. This flute has played an essential part in the history of several Austronesian people as well as to their tribes. In fact, the nose flute is considered something special by the indigenous people of Taiwan. In … Read more
The Tabor is a musical instrument with a long, rich history, with its roots tracing back to the earliest centuries. Also called the tabret or tambour in other languages, it is typically a small portable drum that is struck with a single stick. It is often used along with the pipe and … Read more
The Maraca is a percussion instrument that was made out of tree fruit. This rattle instrument is classified on the idiophone group that consists of instruments that produce sound through vibration without using membranes, strings, nor air. Unlike the cymbals and castanets,which produce sounds when struck, the maracas belong to the shaken … Read more
Among the instruments used in Russian folk music, the balalaika stands out as not just the most recognized but as well as the symbol of Russian culture. Although it is a real surprise that we know little about this instrument, much is done for its development. In fact, the balalaika continues to … Read more
Bajo sexto, also known as ‘sixth bass,’ is a stringed instrument that originated from Mexico. It is a part of the guitar family with twelve strings in six double courses. Bajo sexto is closely related to the instrument called bajo quinto, or the ‘fifth bass,’ with ten strings in five double courses. … Read more
Fast and innovative than the typical musical keyboard, the jammer is characterized by an isomorphic keyboard layout and a motion-sensing or thumb-operated controls. With its easy to play and easy to learn design, it provides players with a different jamming experience, immense expressiveness, a dynamic musicality. History of the Jammer Keyboard The … Read more
The bandoneon, also known as bandonion, is a concertina instrument that originated in Germany. This instrument that was named by a German instrument dealer, Heinrich Band, was initially used in religious and pop music at that time. Although it started in Germany, the bandoneon had also found its way in different countries … Read more
After Theodore H. Maiman invented the laser in 1960, it has opened up a whole spectrum of varied applications in many industries, proving earlier people’s belief of light mystifying powers. Since then, it has brought amazing uses in science, medicine, electronics, information technology, entertainment, and music. In fact, the laser also powered … Read more