You can also alter the key mapping to utlise the entire keyboard which will be covered in the next section. By default shift will increase the notes by an octave, and ctrl will sharpen (or flatten) the notes. You can alter the notes by utilising the additional keys (ctrl, alt, shift) whilst pressing the number key. Music stance will mean that the number keys no longer activate your quickslots but will instead play a range of notes. Once your instruments is equipped (much as how you would equip a weapon). There is no difference in sound quality between crafted instruments or basic ones. If you are a class other than a minstrel you have to use the basics instruments supplied by the Bards.

*Note that only Minstrels are able to play the minstrel instruments.

You can purchase the appropriate instrument for your class, from them for 2s each. Instruments are available from Bards who are normally located at the Major hub of each area. Music is thus not the sole prerogative of Minstrels but can be enjoyed by all classes. However all classes are able to play an instrument right from the beginning of the game generally starting with the lute and some gain the ability to play additional instruments as per the table below.

The Minstrel, of course, gains the ability to play all instruments as well as how to teach others to play. Whether you're just banging away on the drums for fun or keen to compose your own music and participate in Orchestra or Band play, this guide is to help you get used to the music system from the very basics through to more advanced techniques.Įven if you're not a musician and can't even play an instrument it is still possible to play music in Lotro, via the ABC notation system, which will be covered in the next sections. The Lord of the Rings online boasts a robust music system that allows players to play music free-form using their keyboard or via the 'scripted' ABC notation system.

Lord of rings online music