Solo instrumental music features a single musician playing an instrument without vocal accompaniment. This genre allows the performer to express emotions and showcase their technical skills through melodies, harmonies, and rhythms. Common instruments used include the piano, guitar, violin, and flute. This type of music can be found in various styles, such as classical, jazz, and contemporary. Solo instrumental pieces often highlight the unique characteristics of the instrument, allowing listeners to appreciate the nuances of sound and technique. Composers like Johann Sebastian Bach and Ludwig van Beethoven have created iconic works in this genre.