Nothing says Christmas quite like a Music box. It makes as fine of a decoration as it does a gift. This article will discuss how various types of Music Boxes light up the holiday season.

How Do Music Boxes Work?

One of the reasons music boxes are so perfect for the Christmas season is because they seem so magical. It’s a mystery how they work to emit their dulcet tones. Well, we’re going to break some of the mystique by revealing how these boxes do what they do.

The box contains metal prongs or teeth that are mounted in a line. They vibrate when they come into contact with a revolving disc causing them to emit sound. The deeper the teeth are cut, the deeper the notes will be.

Music Box History

Music boxes are likely to have been invented in Switzerland around 1770. The first music boxes were small enough to fit inside a pocket watch, but they were later produced in larger sizes.

Early on, they came with a brass cylinder that could be changed out to play different musical selections. But when changing and storing discs proved to be inconvenient, they were changed out with the metal disc that interacted with the teeth to produce various sounds.

Why Music Boxes and Christmas Go Together

Music boxes don’t necessarily have to have a Christmas theme, but there is always something Christmasy about them. Here are some reasons you’ll want to include them in your décor.

They Can Have a Christmas Theme: Music boxes may have a Christmas theme. They may show a scene of the nativity, they can have a Santa’s village theme, or they can depict a winter wonderland. They can also play holiday music.

They are Reminiscent of the Nutcracker: Many music boxes feature a ballerina spinning round and round to classical music. This evokes memories of everyone’s favorite holiday classic, The Nutcracker.

They Make Terrific Gifts: Music boxes have the perfect blend of vintage charm, beauty, and functionality making them the perfect Christmas gift. You can give them to friends, family and just about anyone you know to bring a smile to their face and warmth to their heart.

They Add to Christmas Décor: No matter what type of music box you have, it will be a wonderful addition to your holiday décor. Be sure to feature yours prominently when Christmas rolls around.

A music box is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. It’s a meaningful item that is aesthetically pleasing on both a visual and audio level. How will you be including one in your celebrations?

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