Features of flute instrument
There are different types of flutes, but they all come in the form of a narrow, hollow cylinder. In the past, flutes were made of wood, but today they are made of different materials. Despite the slight differences, most flutes are made up of almost identical parts: the location of the edges, the connection, the right and left keys, the thumb keys of the connecting rod. Based on the shape of the flute, it is divided into different types: • Chinese flute: It is one of the oldest instruments in the world and it is divided into three groups: Dizi, Xiao, Paixiao, and Kodi. • Indian flute: made of bamboo with six to seven holes that are played obliquely • ocarina Flute: Made in China and is one of the oldest instruments in the world with 4 to 12 holes. They can be in different sizes from one pipe to one pipe. Apart from the way they play and the material of the body, these flutes are each used in specific parts and have different styles. There are many famous flutists around the world, including James Glavi, Jane Baxter, Emmanuel Fouad, Jim Perry Rampal, and more.
Music in Canada
Drake, Leonard Cohen, Celine Dion, Shawn Mendes, Neil Young, Johnny Mitchell, Avril Lavigne... What do all these famous yet different musicians have in common? They all belong to the land of music, Canada. The history of music in this country is very old and has famous musicians and singers. In the following, we will explain more about the rich history of this country's music and its special styles.
History, different styles, and instruments of Canada
While Canada has been an independent country for only 150 years, its music history goes back even further. The music of this country is a modified version of European music and other immigrants to this country, by the way, the native and Eskimo music of this country should not be ignored either. With the arrival of the French in its territory and the introduction of instruments such as violin, flute, guitar, and so on, the music history in this country began officially. In addition to teaching these instruments to the natives, Frenches were also taught various styles of dance and singing, and as a result, Canadian music was formed, and in later years, it took root and became what it is today.
According to national statistics and a nationwide poll, the most popular style of music in Canada is alternative rock, followed by folk, pop, rock, rap, country, blues, adult contemporary music, world music, and more. In addition to the very visible tradition of taiko playing that has gained popularity across the country in recent decades, traditional instruments such as Shakuhachi, Koto, and Shamisen are recognized and taught in contemporary performances in urban centers across Canada.
String instruments making for public use is very popular throughout Canada, and the fiddle is a popular activity among Canadian folk musicians. Other instruments used in French and Anglo-Canadian folk music include guitar, button accordion, harmonica, whistle, Jewish harp, etc.
