Children can learn about violins and other string instruments at the Portland Youth Philharmonic's spring Cushion Concert. (Benjamin Brink/The Oregonian) This petting zoo is about getting to know ...

The violin, viola, cello and double bass are among the most recognisable orchestral and solo instruments. But there is a particular set known as the "Golden Age" instruments which are arguably the ...

Composers have been writing music for the group of instruments we call an orchestra for the last four centuries. Endlessly adaptable and always evolving, an orchestra can be made up of 20 players or ...

Acoustic and classical guitars look very similar, both made of wood, both with six strings, and both with the familiar guitar shape with a curved body and long neck. But there are key differences that ...

Possessing a warm, rich and lyrical tone colour, the cello has proven to be Australia's favourite instrument in the 2023 Classic 100. It is the instrument whose sound we often think of as closest to ...

From ancient bagpipes to modern synthesisers, we trace the origins of 25 musical instruments across continents. It explores ...