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The Mandocello – History
The origins of the mandocello (or mandoloncello) are a bit hazy, but it seems clear that this instrument was likely developed for use in musical ensembles along with other members of...
The Mandocello – History
The origins of the mandocello (or mandoloncello) are a bit hazy, but it seems clear that this instrument was likely developed for use in musical ensembles along with other members of...
Bodhrán History
The bodhrán is a single-headed Irish frame drum. It is usually about 18" in diameter, with a circular wooden frame and goatskin head. The inside of the frame is open,...
Bodhrán History
The bodhrán is a single-headed Irish frame drum. It is usually about 18" in diameter, with a circular wooden frame and goatskin head. The inside of the frame is open,...
Rhythm Bones
Bones are one of the earliest rhythm instruments in human history. The tradition of playing rhythm bones probably arrived in the United States with Irish and other European immigrants. While...
Rhythm Bones
Bones are one of the earliest rhythm instruments in human history. The tradition of playing rhythm bones probably arrived in the United States with Irish and other European immigrants. While...
Bouzoukis – From Greece to Ireland
The bouzouki is a long-necked member of the lute family, with Greek and Turkish roots. The instrument's name comes from the Turkish bozuk. In recent years, the bouzouki has become...
Bouzoukis – From Greece to Ireland
The bouzouki is a long-necked member of the lute family, with Greek and Turkish roots. The instrument's name comes from the Turkish bozuk. In recent years, the bouzouki has become...
The Mandolin – Origins and Modern Developments
The mandolin is a chordophone, producing sound from the vibration of 8 strings, which are tuned in pairs. The mandolin is one of the smaller members of the lute family,...
The Mandolin – Origins and Modern Developments
The mandolin is a chordophone, producing sound from the vibration of 8 strings, which are tuned in pairs. The mandolin is one of the smaller members of the lute family,...
Playing the Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer
The Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer is one of the most accessible stringed instruments to pick up and play. This zither with diatonic fretting is traditionally played on the lap. Much of...
Playing the Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer
The Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer is one of the most accessible stringed instruments to pick up and play. This zither with diatonic fretting is traditionally played on the lap. Much of...