Types of musical instruments
Everyone loves music, it gives wonderful moments, calms, pleases, gives a sense of life. Different musical instruments have different properties and differ in their structure, material of manufacture, sound, playing technique. Many attempts have been made to classify them. We decided to compile a small guide where we placed types of musical instruments with pictures and names so that every beginner can easily understand the whole variety of the musical world. Classification of musical instruments:
- Strings
- Brass
- Reed
- Drums
- Percussion
- Keyboards
- Electromusical
Hammer piano: description of the instrument, history, sound, use
The hammer-action piano is an ancient musical instrument of the keyboard group. The principle of its device is not much different from the mechanism of a modern grand piano or piano: while playing, the strings inside it are struck by wooden hammers covered with leather or felt. The hammer action piano has a quiet, muffled sound, reminiscent of a harpsichord. The sound produced is more intimate than a modern concert piano. In the middle of the 18th century, Hammerklavier culture dominated Vienna. This city was famous not only for its greatest composers, but also for its excellent instrument makers. Classical works from the 17th to 19th centuries are performed on…
Saratov accordion: instrument design, history of origin, use
Among the variety of Russian musical instruments, the accordion is truly loved and recognizable by everyone. What kind of harmonica has not been invented. Masters from different provinces relied on the traditions and customs of antiquity, but tried to bring something of their own to the instrument, putting a piece of their soul into it. The Saratov accordion is perhaps the most famous version of the musical instrument. Its distinguishing feature is small bells located on the left semi-body above and below. The history of the origin of the Saratov harmonica dates back to the middle of the 1870th century. It is known for certain about the first workshop that…
Harpsichord: description of the instrument, composition, history, sound, varieties
In the XNUMXth century, playing the harpsichord was considered a sign of refined manners, refined taste, and aristocratic gallantry. When distinguished guests gathered in the living rooms of the rich bourgeois, music was sure to sound. Today, a keyboard stringed musical instrument is only a representative of the culture of the distant past. But the scores written for him by famous harpsichord composers are used by contemporary musicians as part of chamber concerts. Harpsichord device The body of the instrument looks like a grand piano. For its manufacture, precious woods were used. The surface was decorated with ornaments, pictures, paintings, corresponding to fashion trends. The body was mounted on legs.…
Keyboard: description of the instrument, history of origin, use
The keyboard is a lightweight keyboard instrument. It is a synthesizer or midi keyboard similar in shape to a guitar. The name is formed from the combination of the words “keyboard” and “guitar”. In English, it sounds like “keytar”. In Russian, the name “comb” is also common. The musician is free to move around the stage as the instrument is held over the shoulder by the strap. The right hand presses the keys, and the left activates the desired effects, such as tremolo, located on the neck. The Orphica, a portable piano of the late XNUMXth century, is considered the oldest progenitor of the clavitar. The inventor of the musical…
Baritone: description of the instrument, what it looks like, composition, history
In the XNUMXth-XNUMXth centuries, bowed string instruments were very popular in Europe. This was the heyday of the viola. In the XNUMXth century, the attention of the musical community was attracted by the baritone, a member of the string family, reminiscent of the cello. The second name of this instrument is viola di Bordone. The contribution to its popularization was made by the Hungarian prince Esterhazy. The music library has been replenished with unique creations written for this instrument by Haydn. Description of the tool Outwardly, the baritone looks like a cello. It has a similar shape, neck, strings, is set during the Play with an emphasis on the floor…
Harp: description of the instrument, composition, sound, history of creation
The harp is considered a symbol of harmony, grace, tranquility, poetry. One of the most beautiful and mysterious instruments, resembling a large butterfly wing, has provided poetic and musical inspiration for centuries with its soft romantic sound. What is a harp A musical instrument that looks like a large triangular frame on which strings are fixed belongs to the plucked string group. This type of instrument is a must-have in any symphonic performance, and the harp is used to create both solo and orchestral music in various genres. An orchestra usually has one or two harps, but deviations from musical standards also occur. So, in the opera of the Russian…
Abhartsa: what is it, instrument design, sound, how to play
The Abhartsa is an ancient stringed musical instrument played with a curved bow. Presumably, she appeared at the same time on the territory of Georgia and Abkhazia and was a “relative” of the famous chonguri and panduri. Reasons for popularity The unpretentious design, small dimensions, pleasant sound made the Abhartsu very popular at that time. It was often used by musicians for accompaniment. Under its sad sounds, the singers sang solo songs, recited poems glorifying the heroes. Design The body had the shape of an elongated narrow boat. Its length reached 48 cm. It was carved from a single piece of wood. From above it was flat and smooth. The…
Electric organ: instrument composition, principle of operation, history, types, use
In 1897, the American engineer Thaddeus Cahill worked on a scientific work, studying the principle of producing music with the help of an electric current. The result of his work was an invention called “Telarmonium”. A huge device with organ keyboards became the progenitor of a fundamentally new musical keyboard instrument. They called it an electric organ. The device and the principle of operation The main feature of a musical instrument is the ability to imitate the sound of a wind organ. At the heart of the device is a special oscillation generator. The sound signal is generated by a phonic wheel located close to the pickup. The pitch depends…
Theremin: what is it, how does the instrument work, who invented it, types, sound, history
Theremin is called a mystical musical instrument. Indeed, the performer stands in front of a small composition, smoothly waves his hands like a magician, and an unusual, drawn-out, supernatural melody reaches the audience. For its unique sound, the theremin was called the “moon instrument”, it is often used for musical accompaniment of films on space and science fiction themes. What is theremin The theremin cannot be called a percussion, string or wind instrument. To extract sounds, the performer does not need to touch the device. Theremin is a power tool by means of which the movements of human fingers are converted around a special antenna into vibrations of sound waves.…
Synthesizer: instrument composition, history, varieties, how to choose
A synthesizer is an electronic musical instrument. Refers to the type of keyboard, but there are versions with alternative input methods. Устройство A classic keyboard synthesizer is a case with electronics inside and a keyboard outside. Housing material – plastic, metal. Wood is rarely used. The size of the instrument depends on the number of keys and electronic elements. Synthesizers are usually controlled using the keyboard. It can be built-in and connected, for example, via midi. The keys are sensitive to the force and speed of pressing. The key may have an active hammer mechanism. Also, the tool can be equipped with touch panels that respond to touch and slide…
