Musical Instruments That Start With F
From the stringed sounds of the Faglong/Fuglung in the Philippines to the percussion beats of the Ferrinho in Cape Verde, there’s something for everyone to discover.
And who wouldn’t love the lively melodies of the Fiddle from Western Europe or the sweet tones of the Fife from Portugal and Switzerland? But don’t stop there – check out the brass sounds of the Firebird (trumpet) from Canada or the recorder-like melodies of the Flabiol from Spain.
There’s so much to explore and enjoy with these amazing instruments from all around the globe!
Faglong/Fuglung
Faglong/Fuglung is a chordophone from the Philippines. It is played by plucking or strumming the strings.
Fegereng
Fegereng is from the Philippines and is classified as a stringed instrument. It is played by using a bow or by plucking the strings.
Ferrinho
Ferrinho is an idiophone from Cape Verde. It is classified as a percussion instrument. It is played by shaking or hitting it to produce sound.
Fiddle
The fiddle is a chordophone from Western Europe. It is played by using a bow to make the strings vibrate and produce sound.
Fife
Fife is an aerophone from Portugal and Switzerland. It is a flute-like instrument. It is played by blowing into a hole and covering different holes with the fingers to change the pitch.
Firebird (trumpet)
Firebird (trumpet) is an aerophone from Canada and is classified as a brass instrument. It is played by buzzing the lips into a cup-shaped mouthpiece. Followed by pressing down on the valves to change the pitch.
Fiscorn
Fiscorn is an aerophone from Spain and is classified as a brass instrument. It is played in a similar way to the Firebird (trumpet).
Flabiol
Flabiol is an aerophone from Aragon, the Balearic Islands, and Spain. It is identified as a recorder-like instrument. It is played by blowing into a hole and covering different holes with the fingers to change the pitch.
Flageolet
Flageolet is an aerophone from France and is classified as a recorder-like instrument. It is played in a similar way to the Flabiol.
Flatt trumpet
Flatt trumpet is an aerophone from England and is classified as a brass instrument. It is played in a similar way to the Firebird (trumpet).
Flexatone
Flexatone is an idiophone and is classified as a pitched percussion instrument. It can be played by shaking or hitting it to produce sound.
Flugelhorn
The flugelhorn is an aerophone from Germany and is classified as a brass instrument. It is played in a similar way to the Firebird (trumpet).
Flumpet
Flumpet is an aerophone from the US and is classified as a brass instrument. It is played in a similar way to the Firebird (trumpet).
Flute
The flute is an aerophone from France and is classified as a woodwind instrument. It is played by blowing into a hole and covering different holes with the fingers to change the pitch.
Flutina
Flutina is an aerophone from Europe and is classified as a free reed instrument. It is played by pressing buttons or keys to allow air to flow through reeds, which vibrate to create sound.
Folgerphone
Folgerphone is an aerophone from the United States of America. It is classified as a reed instrument. It is played by blowing into a mouthpiece and pressing down on keys to change the pitch.
French horn
The French horn is an aerophone from Europe and is classified as a brass instrument. It is played in a similar way to the Firebird (trumpet).
Fujara
Fujara is an aerophone from Slovakia and is classified as a recorder-like instrument. It is played in a similar way to the Flabiol.
Conclusion
As we come to the end of our musical journey, we have only scratched the surface of the vast and varied world of instruments. Each instrument brings its own unique sounds and cultural history.
Whether played with a bow, plucked or strummed, blown into, shaken or hit, these instruments all have the power to transport us to different times and places through the magic of music.
So let’s continue to celebrate and appreciate the diversity of instruments and the rich tapestry of melodies they create.
From the bustling city of Mumbai, I am a professional Composer, Producer, and Educator with a wealth of expertise in the industry. With over 15 years of experience and a diverse portfolio including composing for movies, television, web series, songwriting, music production, and creating meditation music. I also love to teach music and musicality to students worldwide. When I’m not in the studio, you can find me doing music consultancy for independent projects and exploring the intersection of Space & Spirituality.
