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Rattle with Animals, India - Public domain museum image. A stone plaque with a horse and a bird on it

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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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asian art clay idiophones rattles sculpture terracotta asia elephants horses lions shunga samuel eilenberg collection gift of samuel eilenberg rattle animals history of the ancient world 1st century ad 3d object metropolitan museum of art indian art
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0000 - 0150
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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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https://www.metmuseum.org/
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Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication ("CCO 1.0 Dedication")

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asian art clay idiophones rattles sculpture terracotta asia elephants horses lions shunga samuel eilenberg collection gift of samuel eilenberg rattle animals history of the ancient world 1st century ad 3d object metropolitan museum of art indian art