The xylophone belongs to the percussion family of instruments, recognizable by the striking action. In the orchestra, the percussion section with the xylophone was very lively.
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Cultural Presence
Xylophones are used worldwide, with different sizes and styles in various musical traditions. The African balafon is a type of xylophone with a distinct sound and cultural significance.
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Kids' First Instrument
Xylophones are popular in early music education due to their simplicity and visual appeal. Many kindergartens have a colorful xylophone for children to learn basic music concepts.