Have you ever played a musical instrument? It is an object that was created to make musical sounds.
I played the trumpet in high school
That's awesome! In theory, any object that makes sound can be considered a musical instrument. However, what distinguishes an actual musical instrument is though purpose.
Really? Can you give me some examples please?
Well, early musical instruments were likely used for rituals. For instance a trumpet would signal a successful hunt.
Oh ok so only when used to make music its a musical instrument? I never realized that
Well, over time various cultures composition and melodies in order to use musical instruments for entertainment
That is very informative and I just realized my dinner bell is not a musical instrument since its used for a purpose other than music!
Exactly! It's crazy but some scholars consider the oldest musical instrument to be a flute that dates back as far as 67,000 years
Wow I wonder how long pianos have been around?