In our quest to discover instruments around the world, I'd like to begin with the Erhu or "Southern Fiddle." This traditional Chinese instrument is of particular interest to me because I'll soon be moving to China.
The Erhu has a strange build. It has a long, thin wooden neck. The small "sound box" located at the bottom is covered by stretched python skin. The bow, made of multiple horse hairs runs between the two strings of the Erhu when played, Never losing contact with the strings. The stretched python skin vibrates creating the sound.
This unique instrument is said to be one of China's most popular instruments. You'll hear the Erhu used as a solo instrument, in an orchestra, or even in pop and rock music.
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-Lauren
The Erhu has a strange build. It has a long, thin wooden neck. The small "sound box" located at the bottom is covered by stretched python skin. The bow, made of multiple horse hairs runs between the two strings of the Erhu when played, Never losing contact with the strings. The stretched python skin vibrates creating the sound.
This unique instrument is said to be one of China's most popular instruments. You'll hear the Erhu used as a solo instrument, in an orchestra, or even in pop and rock music.
-Lauren
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