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Instrument Encyclopedia
 
This site provides general and historical information for musical instruments from around the world. For some instruments, it provides references and the ability to listen to sample sounds of the instrument. It provides a glossary and links to related sites. The information is categorized by the major instrument types, the Sachs-Hornbostel classification scheme, and by geographic region. This project is an initiative of CHICO, the Cultural Heritage Information and the Community Outreach project at the University of Michigan School of Information.
http://www.si.umich.edu/chico/instrument/
Topics: Musical Genres, Musical Instruments
Last updated Jun 15, 2005
Lark in the Morning: A World of Music
This commercial music store has a large database that is very useful for verifying information about musical instruments. Search or browse.
http://larkinthemorning.com/
Topics: Musical Genres, Musical Instruments
Last updated Jun 15, 2005
Oddmusic.com: A Source for Unique and Experimental Music, Instruments, Players, and Listeners
This site provides resources and information for "anyone interested in unique, unusual, ethnic, or experimental music and instruments." Provides descriptions, photos, and sound clips for the theremin, didgeridoo, balalaika, clakamore, and dozens of other instruments. Other resources include a discussion group, a glossary of musical instruments and styles, and creative and experimental music links.
http://www.oddmusic.com/
Topics: Musical Instruments, Musicians, Photograph Collections
Last updated Apr 30, 2003
Virtual Instrument Museum
Collection of images and audio and video clips of musical instruments from around the world. Searchable, or browse by instrument, instrument type, geographic region, material (such as gourd or bamboo), genre, or ensemble (such as gamelan or steel band). Also includes a map showing the geographic distribution of the instruments, and a brief overview of the collection. From the World Music Instrument Collection, Wesleyan University Music Department.
http://learningobjects.wesleyan.edu/vim/
Topics: Musical Instruments
Last updated Oct 2, 2006
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