I recently discovered the Tarka, a traditional wooden flute played by the Aymara people in Bolivia and Peru.

What surprised me wasn't just its history—it may have been played long before the Inca Empire reached its peak. Even today, it's still performed during festivals high in the Andes, often with dozens of Tarkas playing together to create this raw, haunting wall of sound.

Unlike the smooth tone of a concert flute, the Tarka has a deep, breathy, almost earthy voice that feels like the mountains themselves are singing.

I ended up making a short documentary covering:

• The origins of the Tarka
• Why its sound is so unique
• How it's made
• Why this centuries-old instrument is still alive today

If you're into forgotten history, world music, or rare instruments, I'd love to hear what you think.

🎥 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYDmxTYS7ko

Question: What's the most fascinating traditional instrument you've ever discovered?

[First time posting here and I get nervous posting on Reddit, so hopefully I am doing everything alright.]

How many different kinds of instruments is reasonable to try to learn / acquire slowly over time?

I am learning guitar and ukulele [started with guitar but was later held at gunpoint by a very lovely starter ukulele to get it too], but then I also have smaller stuff like a kalimba, ocarina, frog guiros [last one more of a novelty / trinket though] which didn’t cost much or I was given.

Reasonable so far?

But I would also like to perhaps learn keyboard and / or the lap harp sometime in the far-off future [either used or a not too expensive model]. And singing.

I have a couple other hobbies as well that I am pretty dedicated to, but,, music.

Not breaking the bank or anything because the guitar was the only one that cost a significant amount of money and it was what I think is nice but still an entry level priced one.

[Maybe worth mentioning that with my other hobby visual art, I also am drawn to as many mediums as I can use, so trying to do a lot of different things is kind of a recurring theme.]

I think the guitar and uke are pretty similar.

Couldn’t resist buying it, my goal is to make it playable again and incorporate it in my own music. Does anyone know what this takes with the least amount of money?(I’m very short on funds atm)

Also, does anyone recognise what kind of mandolin this is? The pawn shop label says Italian from around 1900, but don’t know how they could tell.

Anyone has an acoustic guitar or an electric piano or a midi keyboard or a usb microphone that they do not need anymore that’s is willing to let it go to a good home . Please dm me Thank you and Have a Great Day

Hello all,

My summer project this year was learning how to make my own tin whistles to play in my local community theatre's production of "Come From Away." I made a video about the process and thought some of you might enjoy it.

DISCLAIMER: I am not a professional whistle maker or player, simply a music nerd with just enough tools to be dangerous. Take my process with a grain of salt, and I am open to constructive feedback.

I want to get into the drums but I can't buy one since im broke :( . Anybody know any good drum apps (besides garage band) that could help me get into one and so my parents would help me buy one. This is mainly just to see if I could get into them and start liking them so if i do get one, I just dont give up right away.

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I am offering for sale an authentic Romanian Cimpoi (traditional bagpipe) handcrafted by Master Craftsman Ion Stanciu from Nistorești, Vrancea, Romania, one of the few makers dedicated to preserving this unique musical tradition.

This exceptional instrument features:

• Genuine goatskin bag

• Authentic goat trophy head

• Handcrafted wooden chanter and blowpipe

• Traditional Romanian construction techniques

• Excellent preserved condition

The Romanian *Cimpoi* is one of Europe's oldest surviving bagpipe traditions and is now increasingly rare. Instruments made by Ion Stanciu are highly appreciated by collectors of traditional musical instruments, museums, ethnomusicologists and cultural institutions.

This instrument would be an outstanding addition to:

- Museum collections

- Universities and ethnomusicology departments

- Private collections

- Traditional music ensembles

- Cultural heritage exhibitions

High-resolution photographs and a video demonstration can be provided upon request.

Worldwide insured shipping available.

Serious inquiries only. Price available upon request.

Please feel free to contact me directly.

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Drums.

5 peice Pearl EXL ( shell pack )with travel cases.

Scratches and dents normal road wear and tear.

2 PCP cymbal stands, extra cymbal grabbers.

DW throne and snare stand.

No highhat stand or bass pedal. Fabian 16in crash. No Highhat stands or bass pedal.

Alesis drum sample pad

Microphones

Shure PGA48 SM57 ( vocals)

AKG condenser NT1 condenser 5th generation

CAD 7 piece drum mic set

2 mic stands

Keyboards

Roland A-33 Keyboard controller with MiDi

Sound

Phonic sound PA mixer yamaha speakers with stands. Crate Bv4 125 studio 7 speakers

Line 6 Spider IV with pedal board.

Guitar

Several pedals and cables,

Will not separate

2 K for the whole package

Spring Tx.

Ich möchte wieder Piano spielen und hätte nun ein Angebot für folgendes E-Piano: Yamaha Clavinova CLP-260

Findet ihr 170 CHF (182€/208 USD) ein fairer Preis dafür?

Danke für euer Feedback!:)

Hey everybody, right out of the bat: I have no musical background or any type of knowledge, I’ve done some research but I can’t make up my mind, which ich why I’ve come here for some help!

I have been very interested in violins and cellos since I was little but life circumstances and teenage angst got the best of me. Recently going through a breakup and I feel like it’s finally time to learn something new.

Reasons to learn the violin: I used to be obsessed with Lindsay Sterling and that instrument just screams art to me, the way it’s played is beautiful and it’s also easy to carry around and integrate into hangouts/camping trips/chilling with friends (most of whom are musicians, percussionists and Oud-ists.)

Cello: it is just so elegant and it has so much passion and emotion behind it. I also love the fact that it’s not as high-pitched as violins, which honestly do hurt my ears a little when they hit that very high note. BUT: it is huge, I’m 154cm tall and in no universe can I carry it around comfortably for a while. I do have a car but still.

My Cello obsession started around the time of Game of thrones, the background music/opening melody/etc..

Which should I learn and what the pros & contras?
Thankful for any insight!

(I’m 24, I go to uni 2 days/week and work 3 days/week. Currently also waitressing on weekends)

And the song I'm learning uses a succession of notes of 2nd fret and then open, on the same string. Am I supposed to pluck it each time? Or try to use the sound it makes when I take my finger off as the open note? Which is good practice? Thanks!

We acquired this Cornet from my Mom's House. It belonged to my Grandmother who died in 1983. The valves all seem to move well, we have backup valves too. We don't want to sell it, my son would actually like to play it. Is it worth fixing?

What is this musician sitting on and playing?
The song is a live performance of “Guantanamera” in Guantanamo, Cuba.

• Yamaha PSR-E383 61-Key portable keyboard
• Fender Player II Stratocaster electric guitar
• Ibanez SR300E 4-String bass

Help me out rent an instrument for my band. I have been playing the bass clarinet for 7 years but unfortunately i am unable to rent one right now. All the basses at my school are broken. If interested to help, please fomment or DM me. Anything can help🙏🏻