The Museum of Imaginary Musical Instruments

The Museum of Imaginary Musical Instruments

by Thomas Patteson, Deirdre Loughridge

2026

Explore a captivating collection of musical instruments that exist only in imagination, spanning myths, literature, and future visions. This book delves into the cultural history and creative thought behind these unrealized inventions, revealing how they reflect our evolving ideas about sound, design, and the very nature of music. It's a delightful journey for anyone curious about the boundless possibilities of sonic expression, even when the instruments themselves cannot be played.

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