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Banjo: American Instrument with African Roots
When you hear the familiar twang of a banjo, you may think that there couldn't be a more distinctly American sound. Early design of the banjo blended West African and...
Banjo: American Instrument with African Roots
When you hear the familiar twang of a banjo, you may think that there couldn't be a more distinctly American sound. Early design of the banjo blended West African and...
If Drums Could Talk
Talking Drums are a fascinating and versatile family of percussive instruments with a long history as both a rhythmic and communicative device. While they may take their name mainly for...
If Drums Could Talk
Talking Drums are a fascinating and versatile family of percussive instruments with a long history as both a rhythmic and communicative device. While they may take their name mainly for...
Shakuhachi – From Buddhist Suizen to Modern Jap...
On its surface, the shakuhachi appears quite simple, and is traditionally made of bamboo. In its most basic form, it is a tube with finger holes: four holes on the...
Shakuhachi – From Buddhist Suizen to Modern Jap...
On its surface, the shakuhachi appears quite simple, and is traditionally made of bamboo. In its most basic form, it is a tube with finger holes: four holes on the...
Caring for your Wooden Flute
Flutes and whistles made of wood merit a bit more care and maintenance than other wind instruments. Wood can be sensitive to changes in humidity and temperature, and may warp...
Caring for your Wooden Flute
Flutes and whistles made of wood merit a bit more care and maintenance than other wind instruments. Wood can be sensitive to changes in humidity and temperature, and may warp...
The History and Mystery of the Pennywhistle
The pennywhistle has a long history, with somewhat mysterious origins. While its design is rather simple – with six holes for the fingers to cover and a fipple-style mouthpiece –...
The History and Mystery of the Pennywhistle
The pennywhistle has a long history, with somewhat mysterious origins. While its design is rather simple – with six holes for the fingers to cover and a fipple-style mouthpiece –...
Harps from Around the World
What do Egypt, Ireland, Kenya, Myanmar, Paraguay, Israel, Venezuela, and Wales have in common? Each one of these boasts a unique form of harp as their national instrument... In fact,...
Harps from Around the World
What do Egypt, Ireland, Kenya, Myanmar, Paraguay, Israel, Venezuela, and Wales have in common? Each one of these boasts a unique form of harp as their national instrument... In fact,...