* Violin: A stringed instrument with four strings and a bow. It is used in both classical and traditional Egyptian music.
* Accordian: A free-reed instrument with two keyboards. It is often used in traditional Egyptian music.
* Dumbek: A goblet-shaped drum that is played by striking it with the hands. It is often used in traditional Egyptian music.
* Riq: A tambourine that is played by shaking it or striking it with the hands. It is often used in traditional Egyptian music.
* Sistrum: A percussion instrument that consists of a metal frame with metal rings or discs. It is shaken to produce a jingling sound. It is often used in traditional Egyptian music.
* Mizmar: A double-reed instrument with a conical bore. It is often used in traditional Egyptian music.
* Ney: A reed flute with a cylindrical bore. It is often used in traditional Egyptian music.
* Tabla: A pair of hand drums that are played by striking them with the hands. They are often used in traditional Egyptian music.
* Zills: A pair of small cymbals that are played by striking them together. They are often used in traditional Egyptian music.