Top 10 Most Unique Instruments to Learn

Top 10 Most Unique Instruments to Learn Top 10 Unique Instruments to Learn Sign up successful Fun Facts About Finger Cymbals Finger cymbals are also known as “zills.” This set of four small, metallic cymbals is often used in belly dancing performances. Banjo Fun Facts About Banjos Not all banjos are alike the instruments can have anywhere from four to six strings. It’s now associated with country music, but the banjo was initially designed by the first African Americans. Harmonica Fun Facts About Harmonicas The harmonica is also known as a French harp or mouth organ. There are several different types of harmonicas, including diatonic, chromatic, tremolo, octave, orchestral, and bass. Because playing the harmonica helps promote deep breathing, it’s often used in physical therapy programs for pulmonary rehabilitation. SEE ALSO: The 5 Easiest Instruments Perfect for Adult Learners Accordion Fun Facts About Accordions An accordionist performs by expanding the instrument’s bellows while pressing down keys with both their right and left hands to play the melody and accompaniment. The accordion is commonly used in Brazilian pop music. Harp Fun Facts About Harps The use of harps can be traced all the way back to 3,500 BC, but they gained popularity during the middle ages and renaissance period in Europe. Harps vary in size some are small enough to be played on your lap! Oboe Fun Facts About Oboes Oboe is pronounced “oh-boh” and it stems from the French word “hautbois.” This woodwind instrument is most commonly played in concert bands and orchestras. Ukulele Fun Facts About Ukuleles One of the most popular unique instruments to learn, the ukulele originated in Hawaii before making its way to the mainland. Multiple celebrities have picked up the easy-to-learn instrument, including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Ryan Gosling. SEE ALSO: 15 Awesome Musical Instruments You Can Make At Home Bassoon Fun Facts About Bassoons Like the oboe, this woodwind instrument is common in orchestras and concert bands. The bassoon is known for its wide range and its sound is comparable to a male baritone voice. Mandolin Fun Facts About Mandolins The most commonly played mandolin has eight strings and was first designed in Italy. Considered an easier instrument to learn, the mandolin can be heard in country, folk, and bluegrass music. Learn any one of these instruments and you’re sure to stand out from the crowd. With the right teacher, becoming a pro at banjo or mandolin is easy. Need help finding a music teacher who is experienced in an unusual instrument? You can easily search for a qualified music teacher here. If you know of any more unique instruments to learn, leave a comment below and let us know! We’d love to hear from you. Need Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher