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Which instrument's design originated outside of Europe?

Hurdy Gurdy

Zither (correct)

Irish Harp

Krar (correct)

The Sarangi's complex sound is primarily created by the interaction of which of its components?

Main strings and resonating bowl

Plectra and soundboard

Three main strings and sympathetic strings (correct)

Hand-turned wheel and wedges

Which instrument known for its portability is often used when performing Celtic folk music?

Hurdy Gurdy

Krar

Irish Harp (correct)

Zither

A musician wanting to play an instrument integrated into a martial art would likely choose which of the following?

Berimbau (D) Signup and view all the answers

What instrument is described as being akin to a 'mechanical violin'?

Hurdy Gurdy (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument has origins tracing back furthest in history?

Krar (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument is characterized by using small wedges to adjust its sound?

Hurdy Gurdy (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Zither

A stringed instrument that evolved from ancient Chinese instruments, popular in Europe.

Irish Harp

A small, portable harp that is commonly used in Celtic folk music, originating in Ireland.

Hurdy Gurdy

A medieval string instrument that produces sound using a hand-turned wheel, similar to a violin.

Krar

A six-stringed lyre from Ethiopia, often used to accompany songs, known for its bowl shape.

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Sarangi

A string instrument from South Asia with three main strings and over 30 sympathetic strings for rich sound.

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Berimbau

A Brazilian instrument based on African strings, used mainly in capoeira martial arts music.

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Study Notes

Stringed Instruments

Zither:
- Originated in China, 5th century BCE
- Evolved over 2,500 years
- Can have up to 45 strings
- Played in Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, and southern Germany
Irish Harp:
- Originated in Ireland, 9th century
- Small and portable
- Popular in Celtic folk music
Hurdy-Gurdy:
- Originated in Europe, 10th century
- Similar to a mechanical violin
- Produces sound using a hand-turned wheel over strings
- Small wooden wedges change string pitch
Krar:
- Originated in Ethiopia, c. 2000 BCE
- Decorated six-stringed lyre
- Often used to accompany songs
Sarangi:
- Originated in South Asia, 17th century
- Used for both folk and Hindustani classical music
- Has three main strings and more than 30 sympathetic strings that create a complex sound.
Berimbau:
- Originated in Brazil, 16th century
- Based on stringed instruments from Africa
- Main instrument for Brazil's capoeira martial arts music

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Explore the fascinating world of stringed instruments from various cultures and eras. This quiz covers unique instruments like the Zither, Irish Harp, Hurdy-Gurdy, Krar, Sarangi, and Berimbau, detailing their origins, characteristics, and cultural significance. Test your knowledge of these melodious creations!