National Kazoo Day

There are a huge number of musical instruments in the world, the existence of many people do not even know. One of them is dedicated to National Kazoo Day. With it, you can return to childhood for a few moments, arrange a real concert for your neighbors, or try to really master the art.

History

For the first time, a musical instrument was presented at a fair held in the state of Georgia in 1852. It was made by watchmaker Thaddeus von Clegg. The kazoo is a small pipe that even a child can play. It failed to attract enough attention, but sixty years later the decision was made to start commercial production. Silver was mainly used for manufacturing.

The kazoo is a wind instrument, but there are no keys on it. Music is obtained by “buzzing.” In its simplicity, it resembles the very first instruments. The shape resembles a cylinder made of wood or metal. When transmitting sound, it is somewhat transformed, and the musician’s voice is modified.

Interesting Facts

1. Beaufort is home to the largest and only museum in the world dedicated to the kazoo, its history, and variations.
2. Sometimes celebrities used this instrument in their performances but did not give much importance to the kazoo.
3. The sounds that the instrument makes are reminiscent of a small child playing. They can return anyone to their youth, cheer up those around them, and enliven any boring evening.

How to Celebrate

The design of the kazoo is very simple, so you can make your own version at home. Children will especially enjoy this experience. For crafting, you will need a cardboard tube, thick paper, stationery rubber bands, and scissors. On the Internet, you can find a video with step-by-step instructions.

Anyone, even without a musical ear, can easily learn to play this instrument. You can try to play your favorite melodies. Some social media users manage to play entire songs. Arrange a karaoke night with your friends, try to come up with as many tunes as possible, and play them so that the others can guess them.

When is National Kazoo Day in 2025?

National Kazoo Day is observed on January 28 each year.

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