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The Melodica The Melodica is a very inexpensive, small and easily transportable instrument with very flexible uses. But that's not all. As an entry-level instrument, the melodica has a clear advantage over the recorder, for example: the keys are arranged like the piano. As a result, it offers a player the same clear structure and is therefore very easy to learn. Knowledge of music theory can also be conveyed much more clearly through this structure than with other wind instruments. Everyone can get started right away with the Melodica. In contrast to many other wind instruments, it does not require any major challenges such as intonation or complicated breathing techniques to play it. Another great strength of the melodica is its polyphony. The keys can also be used to play chords and harmonized melodies. The melodica thus has a multitude of design options and fits in wonderfully as a playful element in a band. If there is no band to play along with, the missing accompaniment can be replaced by play-along recordings. Thus, the melodica remains interesting for a player even if he has already switched to another musical instrument. Worth knowing about the instrument The melodica is closely related to the accordion and the harmonica, because it also generates the sounds with the help of reeds. In contrast to the accordion or the harmonica, there is only one possible flow direction for the air flow. By blowing into the instrument through the mouthpiece, the resulting air flow in the instrument makes the reeds vibrate. The melodica is reminiscent of the harmonica in its sound. A melodica is usually single-choir, which means that it only ever vibrates one reed per key. Professional players can, however, elicit a very diverse spectrum of sounds through certain vocal, attachment and breathing techniques. Another playing option results from the air hose, supplied with many instruments. It is inserted between the instrument and the mouthpiece. This enables the player to place the instrument on a table in front of him and even play it with two hands. Choosing the right instrument The market for melodicas is very clear, as there are only a few well-known manufacturers. You can get a usable instrument from around 40 euros. There are many instruments in circulation in the low-priced segment that clearly fall into the toy category. These are not really suitable for learning music and should not be bought in the first place. I also advise against cheap manufacturers and private labels from various music mail-order companies. The amount saved is at the expense of quality and playing enjoyment. This is really not worth the 20 Euros that you save on buying such an instrument. Professional instruments range in price from 100 to 700 euros. However, this high quality is not necessary to get started. The scope of delivery of a Melodica should always include a case, a mouthpiece and a blowing tube. In any case, I am at your disposal with my advice for your decision-making before buying an instrument.