{"id":1364,"date":"2023-11-18T07:38:10","date_gmt":"2023-11-18T07:38:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.handmadesound.com\/strumenti-musicali-fatti-a-mano-nel-folklore-e-nella-tradizione-popolare-italiana\/"},"modified":"2025-01-02T11:38:04","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T11:38:04","slug":"handmade-musical-instruments-in-italian-folklore-popular-tradition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.handmadesound.com\/en\/handmade-musical-instruments-in-italian-folklore-popular-tradition\/","title":{"rendered":"Handmade Musical Instruments in Italian Folklore and Popular Tradition"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Folk music<\/strong>, also known as traditional music<\/strong>, is created by the people and has always stood in contrast to classical music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This genre shares common traits across nations and is characterized by being occasional, meaning tied to specific moments in history<\/strong> or the life of a community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, folk music has been passed down orally<\/strong>. This is why it lacks written notation. However, it\u2019s not only about notes and rhythm<\/strong>, but also about musical instruments<\/strong>, which were traditionally handcrafted by skilled local artisans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In many countries, the tradition of handmade musical instruments has played a crucial role in artistic and cultural expression. Over time, various materials such as wood, leather, metal, and even animal bones have been used. Techniques vary depending on the region and the materials, but all handcrafted instruments require great precision and expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article will explore the features of the most important instruments in Italian folk music tradition<\/strong>, which continue to be a part of cultural heritage today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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