Chordophones are found in nearly every culture, ranging from the ancient of Greece to modern electric guitars. They are often classified into two broader structural groups: UW Ethnomusicology Archives: Chordophones
: Occasionally, strings are sounded by the wind (e.g., Aeolian harp). chordophone
Strings cross a box and attach to a crossbar held by two arms. Ancient Greek Lyre , Kithara Chordophones are found in nearly every culture, ranging
: Rubbing a bow across the strings (e.g., violin, cello). cello). Most chordophones include a
Most chordophones include a , such as a hollow wooden body or a stretched membrane, which amplifies the vibration and gives the instrument its distinct volume and tone. 🎼 The Five Basic Types