Dulcimer

	Other Names: Hackbrett, dowcemere, dulcimor, dulcimur, doucemelle, doulcemelle, dolcimela, dolcema, hackbrad, hackbrade, hakkebrett, hakkebord
	Type: String
	Origin: 12 century Byzantium; reintroduced in 15th century western Europe
	In Redwall: N/A
	Appearance: The dulcimer consists of a trapezoid-shaped soundbox strung with anywhere from six to twelve strings on one or two courses.  The soundbox was often decorated.
	Use: Hammers were used to play the dulcimer, the player placing the instrument on his or her lap and striking the strings with the hammers.  Pitch varied with which side of the course(s) the strings were struck and which strings were struck.
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	For More Information: The Dulcimer