Concha

= Concha = ​ The concha is also known as the “seashell horn” or “shell trumpet” and is apart of the wind instrument family. The maker of this instrument is Bart Hopkins describes the concha as “a gift from the sea that provides a natural conical bore”. The concha originated in Pacific Islands, as well as South America and Southern Asia. It hasn't been confirmed but scientists think that this instrument was the first ever shell instrument ever made. ​ A lot of gastropod shells can be turned into what is called “blowing shells” but the most common was called the sacred chank and shankha turbinella pyrum. The concha was most likely to be around during the Magdalenian period. Back then this instrument was used almost everywhere, and was one of the most popular instrument of its time. ​ After the instrument was originated in South America and Southern Asia it spread around the world, and when it reached India it was used to declare victory of good and evil, and to announce the beginning and closing of a war. So the concha was not just used for musical purposes, but that’s what it was most commonly used for music.

By: Cassie Marino