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Copper Rattle and Stone Head - Public domain museum image. A statue of a man holding a vase on top of a pole

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Idiophones can be made from a variety of materials, including metal, wood, bone, and even vegetables. They can produce a wide range of sounds, from sharp and piercing to soft and mellow. Some idiophones are struck with a mallet or stick, while others are shaken or scraped. Idiophones are found in many different cultures and musical traditions around the world. For example, the gamelan orchestras of Indonesia feature a wide variety of idiophones, including gongs, xylophones, and metallophones. In Africa, the mbira is a popular idiophone made from metal keys mounted on a wooden board. Idiophones can be used in a variety of musical contexts, from solo performances to large ensembles. They are often used to add color and texture to a piece of music, or to provide rhythmic accompaniment. In some cases, idiophones may even be used as the primary melodic instrument in a composition. Overall, idiophones are a fascinating and versatile family of musical instruments that have been used by humans for thousands of years. Whether you're a professional musician or just a curious listener, exploring the world of idiophones can be a rewarding and enriching experience.

Rattles are musical instruments that produce sound when shaken or struck. They are typically made of various materials such as wood, metal, plastic, or even animal bones. Rattles have been used in many cultures throughout history for ceremonial purposes, as toys for children, and in music making. They are often associated with indigenous cultures and are used in traditional dances and rituals. Rattles can be simple or elaborately decorated, and the sound they produce can range from a soft rustle to a loud and percussive shake.

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peruvian copper idiophones metal musical instruments rattles stone metal musical instruments rattle copper rattle head history of the ancient world 10th century 9th century 8th century 7th century 6th century 5th century 4th century 3rd century 2nd century high resolution 3 d object metropolitan museum of art
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0200 - 0999
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Idiophone

Musical instrument that produces sound primarily by vibrating itself without the use of strings or membranes.

Rattle

Percussion instrument that makes a sound when shaken.
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Metropolitan Museum of Art
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peruvian copper idiophones metal musical instruments rattles stone metal musical instruments rattle copper rattle head history of the ancient world 10th century 9th century 8th century 7th century 6th century 5th century 4th century 3rd century 2nd century high resolution 3 d object metropolitan museum of art