The 1970s were a decade of creativity, and music played an important role in the educational experience. Whether in elementary music class or school band, certain instruments became staples of music education at the time.
Take a nostalgic look at 15 items that used to cost less than a dollar in the 1970s but are now outrageously expensive. Once available to almost everyone, these items now feel like luxury purchases due to inflation and shifting market trends. From everyday snacks to popular activities, we look at how prices have risen over time and consider how life has changed since then.