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Pair of clappers, Egypt, Middle Kingdom, 2040 – 1640 BC

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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.

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egyptian art bone clappers idiophones ivory al lisht mersa matruh musical instruments hands rogers fund and edward s harkness gift middle kingdom pair egyptian civilisation ancient egypt high resolution ultra high resolution 3d object metropolitan museum of art art of africa
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0000 - 0500
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Idiophone

Musical instrument that produces sound primarily by vibrating itself without the use of strings or membranes.
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Metropolitan Museum of Art
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egyptian art bone clappers idiophones ivory al lisht mersa matruh musical instruments hands rogers fund and edward s harkness gift middle kingdom pair egyptian civilisation ancient egypt high resolution ultra high resolution 3d object metropolitan museum of art art of africa