Russian Music / Русская музыка
Explore Russian culture through its traditional and classical music.
Traditional Instruments
Balalaika
The balalaika is one of the most well-known and widely recognizable Russian instruments.
Domra
The Domra is a Russian, Ukrainian, and Belorussian stringed instrument of the lute family with 3 or 4 strings.
Garmon / Bayan
The garmon or garmoshka is a button accordion. The more modern Russian accordion is called the bayan.
Lozhki
Spoons aren't just for eating in Russia! They have been a percussion instrument since at least the 18th century.
Svistulka
The svistulka is small animal-shaped whistle usually made of clay.
Russian Music Activities
Fun activities for different age groups!
Elementary
Russian Musical Instruments Word Search Puzzle (printable version here)
Russian Musical Instruments Crossword Puzzle (printable version here)
Russian Musical Instruments Brain Teaser Game