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c. 25000 BCworldThe bullroarer is invented. One of the first musical instruments, it consists of a thin piece of wood, bone, stone, or ivory attached to a long cord. When it is swung around the player's head the disc rotates to produce a tone. The whistle and flute – perforated bone and antler – also appear about this time.
59Roman EmpireThe Roman emperor Nero boasts of his skill on the lyre – probably quite genuine – a clear indication that by now the Romans have overcome their earlier rugged disapproval of Greek music and dancing.
1511ItalyThe violin is in existence by this time – it is first mentioned in an inventory from Ferrara in Italy.


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