Piano Invented The piano was invented by Bartolommeo Cristofori in the early 18th century. Construction A musical instrument consisting of a number of wire strings stretched over a metal frame, which are hit by felt-covered wooden hammers operated by a keyboard. the grand piano, or vertical, as in the upright piano. Action Strings stretched over a metal frame, which are hit by felt-covered wooden hammers. Synthesiser Invented A device that reproduces the sounds of conventional …
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…strummed. Accordion Invented The first accordions were made in 1822 by Friedrich Buschmann in Berlin. Construction Constructed of cellulose over a wood or metal frame, but sometimes other materials are used. Accordions come in the traditional wood stains as well as classic black and red. Action A musical instrument consisting of a rectangular bellows expanded and contracted between the hands. Buttons or keys operated by the player open valves, allowing air to enter or to escape.