Exhibit
Switzerland
Switzerland's musical heritage reflects its diverse geography and cultures, from the alpine traditions of the mountains to the urban sounds of the cities. The country is also home to innovative instruments like the hang drum.
Exhibit copy
Switzerland's musical heritage reflects its diverse geography and cultures, from the alpine traditions of the mountains to the urban sounds of the cities. The country is also home to innovative instruments like the hang drum.
Historical context
Switzerland's musical heritage reflects its diverse geography and cultures, from the alpine traditions of the mountains to the urban sounds of the cities. The country is also home to innovative instruments like the hang drum. Leading documented genres in this exhibit include Folk, Classical, Contemporary, Alpine.
Specimen note
The hang drum was invented in 2000 and is basically a steelpan from space.
Genres
- Folk
- Classical
- Contemporary
- Alpine
Highlight instruments
- Hang DrumArtifact →
- Alphorn
- AccordionArtifact →
- Yodeling