Horns - These elegant bronze horns were made in great numbers in the middle to late Bronze Age (c.1000 BC) in Ireland. There are two types of horns - ‘end-blow’ and ‘side-blow’ and they were meant to be played together. The end-blow plays like a didjerydoo and requires a ‘circular-breathing’ technique and the side-blow plays the melody. Together, the sound of the horns is described as being full and haunting. They were often found in pairs, preserved by the extensive blanket bogs in Ireland and would undoubtedly have played a major role in the artistic and spiritual practices of the people.

Crotals - the word crotal is Gaelic meaning 'rattle' or 'bell'. By swinging or shaking, it gives out a distinctive high tinkle. A number of crotals may have been worn around the waist from a belt by dancers in the middle to late Bronze Age.