A keyboard (25) has keys (10) mounted to pivot about a vertical axis as
well as about a horizontal axis. Movement of the keys (10) about tile
vertical axis is detected to adjust the sounds provided by the musical
instrument resulting from striking the keys (10). Wells may be provided
with a substance that is selectively solid and fluid. An electronic
string instrument emulator has an electromagnetic string and a bow with
ferromagnetic material. A method for performing musical instruments
includes adjusting the temperament of the instrument during performance
based on the music being played. A keyboard instrument may be caused to
sound using suitably arrayed electromagnets.