More examples of uncommon instruments that have made memorable Hot 100 cameos, from the talk box to the "wobble board." By Gary Trust Ask Billboard is updated every Friday. As always, submit your ...

A different kind of “petting zoo” is coming to Eureka later this week. A “Musical Petting Zoo” is planned for Wednesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Eureka Library, 1313 Third St. in celebration of ...

At Highland Hospital, Tom Ruhland is often one of many experts to enter patient rooms. Certified not in medicine, or at least not the kind of medicine that comes in a syringe or a pill. Tom is a ...

Tamil Nadu boasts a rich heritage of folk and tribal instruments, many with roots in Sangam literature. Uncommon Instruments Awareness Day sheds light on unique instruments like the Lambadi flute, ...

Uncommon instruments in jazz have become, well, more common. Instruments normally considered exotic are finding their way into music that's often distanced from their conventional comfort zones.

Two-time international musical saw champion, Caroline McCaskey, performed the American national anthem during a baseball game, introducing a host of sports fans to the uncommon instrument. The ...

Tamil Nadu has a long association with folk and tribal instruments, and is probably the state with the highest number in India, says S A V Elanchezian, professor at Thiagarajar College of Engineering.