Bouzouki Stringed Instruments
Bouzouki Stringed Instruments
A member of the 'long neck lute' family now closely associated with Greece. During the first half of the 20th century the bouzouki was used principally for virtuoso improvisation and for accompanying the Rebetika (urban folk songs associated with the criminal underworld).The bouzouki has become the Greek urban instrument par excellence and is played throughout the Greek-speaking world. Greek composers trained in Western music, such as Mikis Theodorakis and Manos Hadjidakis, have used the bouzouki in their works, drawing on the old repertory of the instrument for melodic and rhythmic inspiration.
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See Also:
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Doctor Dark's Rebetiko Notes - Description of the instrument and advice on buying one for the beginner.
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Ancient Tones - Article tracing the development of the bouzouki - its origins, its role in Greece and "adoption" by Irish musicians. Offers a listing of luthiers, discography and bibliography
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Radical Movement for Rebetiko Dechiotification and Bouzouki Detetrachordization - A group of purists seek to preserve the traditional construction and playing style of the bouzouki - with 6 strings, and without amplification.
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Greek Bouzouki Forum - A discussion forum about techniques of playing, music for the bouzouki, players, and news.
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Bouzouki Lessons - Offers a range of materials for learner players on CD and video, covering playing techniques and musical theory of Greek scales. Ordering and contact details.
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Bouzouki FAQ - From Hobgoblin music, giving advice on tuning, care and maintenance, and information on makers.
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Bouzouki - Wikipedia article covers the history and development of the instrument in Greek and Irish traditions of the 20th century.
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