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Articles on World Instruments

In these articles, you’ll find answers to your questions and discover fascinating insights into musical instruments from around the world. Whether they’re African, American, Asian, or European instruments, we’re committed to sharing our knowledge with you and helping shine a light on these unique instruments that are still unfamiliar to most people.

This space is also a place to connect and share. On one hand, we’d love to read your comments—feel free to leave them on any article. On the other, if you’d like to suggest a topic about an exotic musical instrument, contact us by email at secretariat@instruments-du-monde.com

Learn more about the kalimba, a small African instrument nicknamed the thumb piano.

Everything You Need to Know About the Kalimba: The Complete Guide!

đŸŽ” Do you have a question about the kalimba, this small African percussion instrument? Find all the answers in this complete guide!
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Our review of Hokema kalimbas

đŸŽ¶ Wondering if the Hokema brand is a good choice for your next kalimba? Read this review to help you choose the right instrument.
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5 Kalimba Sheet Music Picks for Beginners!

đŸŽŒ Want to learn how to play the kalimba quickly? If so, try this selection of sheet music specially designed for beginners.
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The ultimate zen and relaxing instrument, explore these articles to learn all about the Tibetan singing bowl, used by Buddhist monks for thousands of years.

Everything You Need to Know About Tibetan Singing Bowls (Singing Bowls)

đŸŽ” Want to learn more about the mysterious percussion instrument known as the Tibetan singing bowl? Read this comprehensive guide to singing bowls.

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How to Restore Your Grounding with a Tibetan Singing Bowl?

đŸŽ¶ Have questions about grounding? Discover this technique for reconnecting with the earth using a large Tibetan singing bowl.

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What are Tibetan singing bowls made of in 5, 7, 9, and 12 metals?

đŸŽ¶ Want to understand the difference between Tibetan bowls made with 5, 7, 9, and 12 metals? Learn how to tell them apart in this article.

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Take your ears on a journey by reading our guides on the handpan, sometimes called the Hang drum.

What Is the Best Handpan? A Full Comparison

đŸŽ” Looking to buy a handpan and searching for the best model on the market? Check out this comparison article.

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Grace Harteming: Portrait of a Brazilian Handpan Player

đŸŽ¶ Take a musical journey to Brazil with this profile of Grace Harteming, a Brazilian handpan player whose story unfolds in this article.

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Vybeshift: A Portrait of Roni Yohanan, the Voice of Meditative Handpan

đŸŽ” Dedicated to well-being and meditation, meet Vybeshift, aka Roni Yohanan, a remarkably talented handpan player.

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Resembling a flute but shaped like a goose’s head, learn everything there is to know about the ocarina.

How to Read Sheet Music or Tablature for the Ocarina?

đŸŽŒ Want to learn how to play hundreds of songs with your ocarina? Discover how to read sheet music and tablature for this instrument.

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Where to Find and Buy an Ocarina?

đŸŽ” Want to buy an ocarina but not sure where to start? Check out this article for all the options.

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How to Make an Ocarina with Your Hands?

đŸ€Č đŸŽ¶ Want to learn to whistle using your hands? Discover how to turn them into an ocarina or flute to play beautiful music.

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Originally from the United States, the tongue drum is a fascinating instrument with plenty of surprises in store.

My Personal Review of Panda Drum

đŸŽ” Thinking of buying a Panda Drum? Read my review to find out whether this tongue drum seller is trustworthy or a scam.

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Everything You Need to Know About the Tongue Drum: The Complete Guide!

đŸŽ¶ Do you have questions about the tongue drum, this unusual musical instrument? This article will answer all your questions!
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My honest opinion on Exodrum

đŸŽ” Heard of the Exodrum brand and wondering whether it’s trustworthy? Get the answer in this article, along with my review.

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Travel to Africa and discover the djembe, a traditional drum.

Which rope should you choose for your djembe?

đŸȘ˜ Thinking about changing the rope on your djembe? Not sure which type of rope to choose? Check out this article to help you.

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What Is the Role of the Djembe in African Culture?

đŸȘ˜ Read this article to discover all the roles that the djembe has played in African culture for several hundred years.
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How to Properly Record the Sound of a Djembe?

đŸȘ˜ Want to know how to record the sounds produced by a djembe? Click here to learn how.

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Discover exotic musical instruments that most people have never even heard of. A change of scenery is guaranteed!

What Is a Sansula? Learn All About This Instrument

đŸŽ¶ Want to learn more about the sansula, a lamellophone percussion instrument? Click right here!

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Which instrument is shaped like a flying saucer?

🛾 Not sure which musical instrument looks like a flying saucer or a turtle shell? Come and discover which ones have that UFO-like look.

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Learn more about how music and instruments are used as part of a therapeutic care approach.

My Review of the Instruments Zen Store

đŸŽ” Wondering if the Instruments Zen store website is reliable and trustworthy? Find out my honest opinion in this comprehensive article.

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My review of the Vibrations Positives store

đŸŽ¶ Considering buying an instrument on the Vibrations Positives website? Read my review to find out whether it’s a scam or a trustworthy store.

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What Are the Most Zen and Relaxing Musical Instruments?

đŸŽ” Would you like to relax or feel more zen by playing a musical instrument? Discover the most effective options for getting there.

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Discover all the secrets of the kora, a traditional stringed instrument from West Africa, especially Mali.

Sona Jobarteh and the kora of Gambia

đŸŽ” Read a biography of Sona Jobarteh, one of the few women who play the kora, a traditional African instrument historically reserved for men.

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At Instruments du Monde, we also appreciate more classical musical instruments. Let’s learn more about these fabulous creations together.

Selling a Used Piano in Paris: How to Accurately Estimate Its Value

đŸŽč Are you thinking of selling your piano but aren’t sure exactly what price to ask? Find the answer in this article.

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Learning Piano as an Adult: Is It Really Too Late?

đŸŽč Do you want to learn to play the piano but you’re wondering if it’s too late to start? Discover the answer in this article.

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Different Types of Pianos: A Complete Guide to Choosing the Right One

đŸŽč Learn to choose the best piano by reading this guide, which covers all the types you’ll find in shops.

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Accessories often bring out the best in an instrument—find all our related articles right here.

Why Live Music and Playing Instruments Can Threaten Your Hearing

🎧 Learn how to identify risks to your hearing and discover all the solutions for protecting your ears from excessive noise.

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5 Creative Ways to Build a Global Playlist

đŸŽ” Discover the richness of international cultures and sounds by creating your own playlist using all the tips in this article.

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The Vintage Revival: When Music Brings Generations Together

đŸŽ¶ Step into a retro world where vintage record players and radios bring generations together through music—and a timeless search for authenticity.

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Music wouldn’t be what it is without the professionals who work behind the scenes to make it happen. Learn more about careers in the music world.

Internet and Music Creation: How to Secure Your Online Downloads

đŸŽ” Are you a music content creator and want to know how to protect and secure your content? Read my tips in this article.

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Learn Music from the Ground Up: Music Theory, Early Music Education, and Guidance

đŸŽŒ Music theory, early music education, and practice: connect theory to your instrument, and make faster progress with Wiplay—in person, at home, or online.

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How to Insure Your Luthier Business?

đŸŽș Are you a luthier wondering how to properly insure your business? Read these tips to make sure you’re fully protected.

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Explore the world through the musical heritage highlighted in these articles.

Music: An Exploration of History, Sounds, and Emotions

đŸŽ” In this poetic and historical article about music, learn more about this art form that has always been closely linked to humanity.

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Journey into the Heart of France’s Musical Cities

đŸŽ¶ Musical journey through France: Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, and Strasbourg—opera, rap, jazz, electronic music, festivals, and legendary clubs.

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Art as a Universal Language: When Music and Visual Arts Meet

🎹 Explore the fusion of music and visual arts: from Baudelaire to Cage and Xenakis, from immersive installations to the digital era—a universal sensory language.

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