The Chalumeau is a single-reed woodwind instrument that was introduced during the late baroque and early classical periods. It has eight tone holes, seven of which are located in the front, and one is in the back where the thumb is placed. It also has a broad mouthpiece with one heteroglot reed … Read more
A Pandeiro is a type of hand frame percussion instrument that is popular in Brazil. It has a cylindrical shape, and it looks just like a tambourine. The only difference it has with the tambourine is that the Pandeiro’s head has adjustable tension. The Pandeiro is usually 8-12 inches in diameter; aside … Read more
The handpan is a percussion instrument that is played with the hands. The name handpan is debated by other musicians since they thought that the term hang is much appropriated to call this instrument. But, the original makers argue that the name of this instrument should be Hang, for their brand of … Read more
During the late 14th to 15th century, a new type of double-reed instrument was invented. This new instrument does not need to touch the player’s lips since the reed is enclosed in a protective cap with a slot at one end. This instrument was known as the Crumhorn. In the 14th to … Read more
A triangle is a percussion instrument that is made out of a steel rod bent into the shape of a triangle. Sometimes, other types of metal are used, such as copper. As a percussion instrument, it is struck by a metal beater to produce the triangle’s bright sound. Much like the xylophone … Read more
A didgeridoo is a wind instrument that is used by the Aboriginal people of northern Australia. This instrument that is usually made out of wood is also considered as one of the notable Aboriginal instruments. Its shape and size are generally conical or cylindrical with about three to ten feet long, but … Read more
The gemshorn is a wind instrument that is made out of the chamois, or goat’s horn. Its name basically means ‘chamois horn’ in German. Initially, the gemshorn was used during the medieval era. The evidence for its use is sparse and scattered, mainly from the late middle age, renaissance, and baroque period. … Read more
The talking drum is an hourglass-shaped percussion instrument that originated from West Africa. This talking drum, sometimes called Dundun or Gangan, plays an essential role in laying the rhythmic foundation for the lead drums to talk and interact in their environment. Also, this drum holds a significant place in Yoruba culture, folklore, … Read more