Stringed Instruments
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a musical instrument resembling a small harp that employs a button-controlled mechanism for selecting chords
View Full Definitiona stringed musical instrument from Russian origin with a triangular body and three strings
View Full Definitiona stringed musical instrument with a circular body and a long neck
View Full Definitiona stringed musical instrument of Greek origin with a long neck and round body
View Full Definitiona type of electric guitar that produces the lowest pitch in the family of guitars
He played a funky groove on his bass guitar that got everyone dancing.
View Full Definitiona traditional Chinese plucked zither with a long history, characterized by its distinctive sound and unique playing technique
View Full Definitiona triangular musical instrument with a row of strings that are stretched vertically, played with the fingers
She practiced the harp diligently every day to prepare for the upcoming recital.
View Full Definitiona variant of the standard guitar played horizontally across the lap, known for its slack-key tuning and fingerpicking technique
The Hawaiian guitar adds a distinctive melodic texture to traditional Hawaiian music, evoking the serene beauty of the islands.
View Full Definitionan early stringed instrument with a rounded body and a long neck that is played like a guitar
View Full Definitiona stringed musical instrument with a curved back and four pairs of metal strings, played with a plectrum
View Full Definitiona string instrument with a pear-shaped body, 11 strings and a short neck that is fretless
View Full Definitiona stringed musical instrument featuring a flat wooden soundboard with strings stretched across it, traditionally played by plucking or striking the strings
The ancient psaltery, with its delicate strings and haunting melody, evoked a sense of serenity and tranquility.
View Full Definitiona large musical instrument of the violin family that is held upright and is played by pulling a bow across its strings
She played a soulful melody on the cello during the orchestra concert.
View Full Definitiona small harp that is used in Irish or Scottish folk music
View Full Definitiona large musical instrument with a trapezoidal box or board in which strings are stretched, played by fingers or two small hammers
View Full Definitiona traditional Persian hammered dulcimer, known for its distinctive sound produced by striking strings with small hammers, often used in Middle Eastern and Persian music
View Full Definitiona fretless stringed musical instrument from India, known for its deep, resonant sound and intricate melodies, commonly used in Hindustani classical music
View Full Definitiona stringed instrument of the Indian origin with a round body, long neck and two sets of metal strings that are plucked to make sound
View Full Definitiona stringed instrument that was popular during the Renaissance with a pear-shaped body and a neck that was thicker under the treble strings
View Full Definitiona traditional Indian stringed instrument used for providing a continuous drone in Indian classical music, known for its rich and meditative sound
View Full Definitiona small, four-stringed musical instrument resembling a guitar, originating from Hawaii
At the luau, the musicians serenaded us with the gentle melodies of the ukulele, transporting us to the shores of Waikiki.
View Full Definitiona traditional Indian plucked string instrument with a long neck and resonating body, known for its rich and melodic sound, commonly used in Indian classical music
View Full Definitiona string instrument that is slightly larger than a violin, tuned a fifth lower and producing deeper sounds
Sarah began playing viola in her middle school orchestra and fell in love with the warmth of its tone.
View Full Definitiona musical instrument that we play by holding it under our chin and moving a bow across its strings
Can you show me the proper way to hold the violin bow?
View Full Definitiona stringed instrument used in folk music consisting of a flat thin body and many strings stretched across that is played by fingers or a plectrum
View Full Definitiona musical instrument played by turning a handle and pressing keys that make a wheel turn against the strings and create a tune
View Full Definitiona West African string instrument with a round body and 21 strings that is played like a harp and is similar to the lute
View Full Definitiona small U-shaped string instrument similar to the harp originated in ancient Greece
View Full Definitionany of the group of African musical instruments with a row of narrow metal pieces that is hold in the hands and played with the thumbs
View Full Definitionan early string instrument similar to a violin, typically featuring six strings and played with a bow
Violins were a later development, taking over in the 17th century from the older family of viols which had been more popular.
View Full Definitiona large musical instrument of the violin family, with four strings that are tuned in perfect fifths
View Full Definitionthe largest member of the violin family in the modern symphony orchestra that produces the lowest pitch
View Full Definitiona musical instrument, usually with six strings, that we play by pulling the strings with our fingers or with a plectrum
He is practicing fingerpicking techniques on the guitar.
View Full Definitiona guitar capable of converting the vibration of its strings into electrical impulses using a pickup
View Full Definitiona stringed musical instrument with a trapezoidal board or box that is played by hitting the metal strings with a pair of light hammers
View Full Definitiona unique, vintage musical instrument with a small keyboard and metal strings that are struck with hammers, producing a tinkling and bell-like sound
View Full Definitiona historical, bowed musical instrument from Wales, characterized by its boxy shape, multiple strings, and unique playing technique
View Full Definitiona unique multi-neck guitar with intricate string arrangements, designed by luthier Linda Manzer
View Full Definitiona saw that is used as a musical instrument, played by a bow and bent to produce different notes
View Full Definitiona traditional plucked musical instrument from Afghanistan, known for its pear-shaped body, resonant sound, and intricate melodies
View Full Definitiona type of guitar played horizontally, typically with a metal slide or bar to fret the strings, producing a characteristic sliding sound
The steel guitar added a distinct twang to the country song.
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