What are ethnic instruments?

Ethnic instruments are musical instruments that are traditionally used by a specific ethnic group or culture. They are often handmade and have a unique design, sound, and playing technique. Some common examples of ethnic instruments include:

- African instruments: djembe, kora, balafon, talking drum

- Asian instruments: sitar, tabla, koto, erhu

- European instruments: fiddle, bagpipes, accordion, hurdy-gurdy

- Latin American instruments: maracas, clave, bongo, guitarron

- Middle Eastern instruments: oud, qanun, darbuka, ney

Ethnic instruments are an important part of cultural heritage and tradition. They are used for a variety of purposes, including music-making, storytelling, and religious ceremonies. They can also be used as educational tools to teach about different cultures.