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The piano is a string and percussion instrument. An identity crisis with 88 keys.

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A piano makes sound when felt-covered hammers strike strings—so it’s both stringed (chordophone) and percussive in how it’s activated. That hybrid design is why it can sound lyrical and also sharply rhythmic.

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