The cottage industry of music instrument making - aesthetic and expressions in creative music works

Creativity in music instrument making involves the notion of ‘imagination’ from original thoughts, expression of
the art and culture, aesthetic sensitivity and contextual awareness. These are vital elements of associations
contributing to the structure of music instrument making which can be perceived not just through its commercial
preferences but also through its aesthetic qualities or philosophical significance. Along the commercial lines,
findings have concluded that the absence of ‘local-made’ music instrument products in Malaysian music
outlets, which consequently highly dependable on imported products, are an insights to be addressed by
both related institutions and relevant authorities. This paper too explore some inspiring creative activities in
the cottage industry of music instrument making that serves to propagate and to promote the music industry
as a distinctive opportunity and avenue in generating the nation’s creative economy