Early percussion instruments made of animal bones, known as musical bones, produced rhythmic sounds when struck together, influencing early music.
Ancient humans used hollowed-out animal horns as musical instruments and signaling devices, recognizing their sound-producing potential.
In ancient cultures, the conch shell served as a musical instrument, producing trumpet-like sounds during ceremonies.
Natural resonance shells were converted into wind instruments, increasing the musical diversity of prehistoric societies through melodic tones or calls.