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Provides step-by-step instructions for making a variety of musical instruments from around the world, including Mexican rhythm sticks, Ethiopian bells, and a paper prayer drum from India.

Includes step-by-step directions for making more than 100 authentic musical instruments.

Describes the importance of the guitar in Mexico, especially in Paracho, a town which is becoming the center of the Mexican guitar industry.

Explains how an acoustic guitar is made, from the choosing of the wood, through the gluing, side bending, scalloping, purfling, and creation of special designs, until the strings are added.

Includes instructions for making a variety of simple musical instruments from ordinary household items.

Text accompanied by photographic illustrations introduce a variety of musical instruments to be made and played at home.