Castanets

Castanets are percussion instruments that are typically made of two small concave shells or discs, usually made of wood or plastic. They are attached to a string or cord and are played by holding them between the fingers and striking them together. Castanets are commonly used in Spanish and flamenco music, as well as in various other styles of music around the world. They produce a distinctive clicking or rattling sound and are often used to add rhythmic accents or embellishments to a musical piece.