A musical instrument is used to make musical sounds. Once humans moved from making sounds with their bodies — for example, by … See more

There are many different methods of classifying musical instruments. Various methods examine aspects such as the physical properties of the instrument (material, color, … See more

Regardless of how the sound is produced, many musical instruments have a keyboard as the user interface. Keyboard instruments are … See more

Researchers have discovered archaeological evidence of musical instruments in many parts of the world. One disputed … See more

Scholars agree that there are no completely reliable methods of determining the exact chronology of musical instruments across cultures. Comparing and organizing instruments based on their complexity is misleading, since advancements in … See more

The materials used in making musical instruments vary greatly by culture and application. Many of the materials have special significance owing to their source or rarity. Some … See more

A person who plays a musical instrument is known as an instrumentalist or instrumental musician. Many instrumentalists are known for playing specific musical … See more