Folk Instruments

Folk instruments are the wide array of instruments used to play the more traditional, cultural and roots music from culture, peoples and communities all around the world. Some of the most common types of instruments include the mandolin, banjo, ukulele and harmonica. You can find a wide selection of these as well as a whole further array of instruments here at guitarguitar, as well as others like the Harmonica and the Appalachian Dulcimer.

guitarguitar proudly sells all of these string instruments from makers such as Deering, Ozark, Barnes & Mullins, Alvarez and Mahalo. If you are interested in folk music, roots music or playing in acoustic ensembles, we will undoubtedly have a number of these portable instruments to interest you in each of our stores, not to mention the entire range available online.

Folk musicians who have played a folk instrument include Israel Kamakawiwo'ole who famously played ukulele, Neil Young plays a harmonica, Steve Earle can be seen with a mandolin, Ashley Campbell, daughter of the late great Glenn Campell plays a banjo and Mumford and Sons can regularly be seen playing these musical instruments.

Why Should I Choose a Folk Instrument?

• Perfect for country, folk and bluegrass music
• Easy to learn and comfortable to play
• Different styles for different players
• Wide array of instruments to fit a host of musical styles
• Often fun and easy to get started learning
• Lets you access the rich vein of cultural music styles from around the world