Describes some of the many different types of instruments made throughout history, and discusses their construction and sound. Includes photographs.

Briefly describes simple drums and how they are made and played.

Simple text briefly describes flutes, how certain kinds differ, and how they are played.

Ten instruments take their parts one by one in a musical performance.

"This is a book of easy-to-build, low-or-no-cost musical instruments that con be constructed by children under adult supervision, or,in some cases, by older kids without supervision. Examples of the instruments include washtub bass, driftwood marimba, thumb piano, bucket drums, and flowerpot bells: simple stuff, but stuff kids can have fun with."--T.p. verso.

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Make some noise by creating your own homemade musical instruments. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently....

Includes instructions for making a variety of simple musical instruments from ordinary household items.

This first comprehensive history of musical instruments, this book ranges from prehistoric times to the 20th century. It traverses five continents and every stage of evolution, from primitive rattles and bull-roarers to the electric organ. Author Curt Sachs, one of the world's most distinguished musicologists, combines rich scholarship with personal insight in a remarkable fusion of music, anthropology, and the fine arts. Beginning with the earliest...

Introduces the clarinet, identifies the parts of the instrument, and describes how it is played.