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Chordophones > Simple chordophones or zithers > Raft zithers > ldiochord raft zithers

Preferred term

313.1ldiochord raft zithers   Link to MIMO collections

Definition

  • One or more strings are stretched between fixed points. The instrument consists of a rigid string bearer, or of a rigid string bearer with a resonator which is not integral and can be detached without destroying the sound-producing apparatus. The string bearer is composed of canes tied together in the manner of a raft. The strings are cut from the bark of the string bearer, remaining attached at each end. India, Upper Guinea, Central Congo. (en)

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Notation

  • 313.1

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http://www.mimo-db.eu/HornbostelAndSachs/175

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