Examines a variety of stringed instruments used around the world, looking at their parts and how they work, and discusses the use of strings in different styles of music. Includes photographs and a glossary.
Content Note
Introduction -- How stringed instruments work -- The parts of a stringed instrument -- The violin and the viola -- The cello and the double bass -- Fretted instruments -- Harps and lyres -- Zithers -- Dulcimers -- Other kinds of stringed instruments -- Strings in jazz, rock, and pop -- String recording and performance technology -- Innovative strings -- Glossary -- Further reading -- Index.