The theremin is an electronic instrument that is played by moving one or both hands in the vicinity of two metal antennas. The pitch of the sound is controlled by the distance of the hands from the antennas, and the volume is controlled by the distance of the hands from the body of the instrument. The theremin is known for its eerie, otherworldly sound.
2. Ondes Martenot
The ondes Martenot is an electronic instrument that is similar to the theremin, but it uses a keyboard to control the pitch of the sound. The ondes Martenot has a warm, mellow sound that has been used in many film and television scores.
3. Waterphone
The waterphone is a percussion instrument that is made of a metal bowl filled with water. When the bowl is struck with a mallet, the vibrations of the water create a haunting, ethereal sound. The waterphone is often used in ambient music and soundtracks.
4. Glass armonica
The glass armonica is a musical instrument that consists of a series of glass bowls that are tuned to different pitches. The bowls are rotated by a foot-pedal, and the musician touches the rims of the bowls with their fingers to produce a sound. The glass armonica has a beautiful, ethereal sound that has been used in many classical compositions.
5. Didgeridoo
The didgeridoo is a wind instrument that is made from a hollowed-out log. The didgeridoo is played by blowing into one end of the log, and the player can use their tongue and fingers to create a variety of different sounds. The didgeridoo is an important instrument in Aboriginal Australian culture, and is often used in traditional ceremonies.