👉 Pronatos, also known as pronos or pronotars, are a type of musical instrument that is commonly used in orchestral and symphonic music. Pronatos were originally created for use in the military, especially in cavalry bands. They are often associated with the military because they were specifically designed to be effective in combat situations. The term "pronatores" refers to these instruments, which play a variety of musical genres such as polka, jive, and swing music.