However , some congregations are known to have been using musical instruments in the 1850s and 1860s .
The use of musical instruments in worship had been discussed in journal articles as early as 1849 , and initial reactions were generally unfavorable .
Some congregations are known to have been using musical instruments in the 1850s and 1860s .
The use of musical instruments in worship had been discussed in journal articles as early as 1849 , and initial reactions were generally unfavorable .