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Other Names: Symphonia |
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Type: String |
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Origin: 12th century Europe |
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In Redwall: Used by an occasional hare |
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Appearance: The hurdy-gurdy consists of a
soundbox containing several strings and an oiled wheel. The wheel is
cranked by a handle, which causes the gut strings to vibrate. Button
keys, the first keyboard ever used on a stringed instrument, are pressed to
change the pitch. |
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Use: This instrument was used often in dance
music, though rarely accompanied by other instruments. Its sound was a
continuous drone due to the vibration of the strings. |
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Listen to
the Hurdy-Gurdy |
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