The History of the Stringed Instrument to 1800
Stringed instruments of one type or another are employed in musical activities worldwide. Despite some differences, they share many similarities in their mode of construction and manner of performance. The stringed instrument has a structural and playing adaptability that lends itself well to the rendition of the music of diverse cultures.
The way a stringed instrument works is a tightened material (silk gut, metal or nylon) when plucked or bowed oscillates or vibrates at a certain frequency (cycles per second). The instrument vibrates alo…
