Music: Science and Culture

Explore the science behind the music you hear, learn more about cultural aspects of music, and build your own instruments.

charango string instrument made from armadillo exoskeleton

Welcome!

This activity will help you explore these and other questions: 

  • What is sound? 
  • What makes sound? 
  • What is music? 
  • What is culture? 

Make an Instrument

Learn to make three different instruments at home using items that many people have in their recycling bins or kitchens.


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