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Oldest known musical instrument discovered
The discovery of what could be the oldest musical instrument ever found has been announced by Oxford University and Germany’s University of Tübingen. Made from mammoth ivory and bird bones, the collection of early flute-like
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Musikmesse 2012: New Restart tutor book series launched for adults looking to return to playing an instrument
Wise Publications have launched a new series of instrument tutors aimed at people returning to play musical instruments as an adult: Restart. Comprising of four titles covering cello, clarinet, flute and piano, the Restart series
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Musikmesse 2012: Peter Pollard’s Odyssey unveil new orchestral instruments
Amongst the other big name product launches expected at this year’s Musikmesse, Odyssey Premiere are unveiling a raft of new brass and woodwind models. The series, distributed by John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd,
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Have archaeologists found the oldest-ever stringed instrument?
The oldest stringed instrument in Europe may have been uncovered on the Isle of Skye. Archaeologists uncovered the burnt fragment of what could be an ancient instrument at Skye’s High Pasture Cave last year
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The parent’s guide to purchasing your child’s first instrument: the ukulele
The ukulele now rivals the recorder as the school classroom’s musical instrument of choice. With its small size, perfect for little hands, kids can strum along to their favourite songs, tunes and melodies, taking
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