13 Different Types of Clarinets

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Invented in the late 1600s by Johann Denner, the clarinet is one of the most recognizable and beloved of all woodwinds. However, it might surprise you to find out that there are actually numerous types of clarinet, most of which look nearly identical. Unlike a lot of other instruments, clarinets are usually classified by the … Read more

14 Different Types of Saxophones

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You can tell a lot about a person by playing word association games, and the word “saxophone” may be particularly telling. Older generations will immediately name Lester Young, Charlie Parker, or John Coltrane. Those who grew up in the ‘70s and ‘80s will respond with “Careless Whisper”, “Never Tear US Apart”, or “Who Can it … Read more

20 Different Types of TV Shows

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There may be 500 channels with nothing on, but it’s not for a lack of options. Here are 20 genres of TV show you may or may not have heard about. See Also: 4 Types of Movie Theaters Types of TV Shows 1. Anime Originally inspired by the style of early Disney cartoons, anime (pronounced … Read more

15 Different Types of Bells

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Bells are one of the oldest musical instruments, dating back thousands of years. Unlike the harp, which has been associated with divinity in Christianity, the bell has often been associated with the devil due to its use in meditation and many pagan religions. Ironically, bells gain extensive usage in Christian churches despite this association. However, … Read more

13 Different Types of Harps

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One of the oldest surviving instruments, harps have become so revered that they’re a staple of religious imagery. In Christianity, cherubs and other stylized angels are often seen playing small harps, and harps are generally associated with heaven while bells are often linked to hell. But harps go well beyond religious use, and there are … Read more

24 Different Types of Drums

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There are two types of musician: People who think percussion is the easiest family of instruments to play, and those who play them. What makes them so difficult is that each instrument either produces a single or limited number of tones, or must be struck in very specific ways. One of the most diverse types … Read more

11 Different Types of Tubas

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One of the more unusual types of brass instrument, tubas are literally a form of trumpet that’s so long it has to be compressed into its trademark spiral or oval shape so it can be wielded. Most tubas are made of brass, although some now have fiberglass construction. Fun Fact: If you were to unravel … Read more

14 Different Types of Dunks

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Dunks are some of the most exciting plays in basketball. Many of us dream to be able to dunk a basketball on a standard 10-foot hoop.  There are many different ways of dunking a basketball and only elite athletes are able to do some. See Also: 19 Types of Barbells 14 Types of Basketball Dunks … Read more

11 Different Types of Dump Trucks

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A dump truck is a vehicle which is used at construction sites to transport construction materials to and from the site. Old types of trucks were unloaded manually and now new types of dump trucks are available which can easily perform the operations through hydraulic mechanisms. There are many different types of dump trucks in … Read more

5 Different Types of Estates

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An estate includes overall property of an individual in which the property is distributed according to the individual’s will. It involves in managing the personal estate and financial planning in a legal way. See Also: 9 Types of Investments Types of Estates 1. Freehold Estate A freehold estate in which there is no time duration … Read more