penny whistles
Simple metal pipes
Penny whistles are simple wind instruments, typically made of metal or plastic, with six finger holes and a mouthpiece that produces sound when blown.
Also called tin whistles, they're associated with Irish and Celtic folk music.
The name reflects their original cheapness—once sold for a penny.
She learned to play penny whistles as a child.
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