How did our ancestors turn natural materials into the world's first musical instruments?
In short: Humans have crafted musical instruments from nature for tens of thousands of years. This episode explores the sounds of prehistoric music and examines the fundamental human drive to create melody and rhythm.
From conch shells to carved wooden flutes, early humans utilized the materials available in their environment to produce sound. This podcast episode investigates what prehistoric music might have sounded like and consults an expert to understand why the impulse to make music is such an essential part of the human experience.
The discussion is part of the Overheard at National Geographic series, hosted by Peter Gwin and Amy Briggs, which features conversations with explorers, scientists, and photographers about the diverse wonders of the world.
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