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 BOWED PSALTERIES
The exact origin of the bowed psaltery is unknown. Drawings indicate a presence in Europe in the early Middle Ages. It was originally played by plucking the strings. The use of a bow was likely introduced in the 20th Century when the instrument was recreated from Medieval drawings.
The triangular shape of the bowed psaltery allows each string to be bowed individually. The strings are arranged much like a piano, with the white keys on the right side and the black keys on the left.
Our tops are generally cut from Western red cedar (except the Soprano which is solid black walnut), and our backs and sides are usually made from black walnut. The wood for the tops and backs is "bookmatched" for woodgrain artistry and tonal quality. We make all of our inlay rosettes, using such techniques as scroll "lace" and chip carving.
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