The ‘Chinese bagpipes’ and sheng are wind instruments with a bottle gourd for a base and bamboo pipes with finger holes used to play notes. The sheng inspired the invention of two Western ...

The Dipo Tɔ (Dipo guard) is one such instruments, playing a vital role in the traditions of the Krobo people in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The percussion instrument, which can be played alone ...

The Chinese drum, once thought to be an instrument that could speak to the gods, has been around for thousands of years in various forms. Two kinds are seen on the modern concert stage. 23 Sep, 2024 ...

On a national level, there’s the American Gourd Society, a nonprofit organization founded in 1937 that provides resources for gourd growers, artists, and crafters all across the U.S. The AGS runs ...