Kwitra
| String instrument | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Kouitra, Quitra, Quwytara. |
| Classification | String instrument |
| Hornbostel–Sachs classification |
(Composite chordophone) |
| Related instruments | |
| Oud, Mandolin, Mandolute | |
The Kwitra (also kouitra and quitra) is a stringed instrument from Northern Africa. It is a regional instrument in the Lute family of instruments, related to Chitarra Italiana. [1] [2]
It has 8 strings in 4 courses. It is tuned G3 G3, E4 E4, A3 A3, D4 D4. The traditional strings are made of animal intestines.
References
- ↑ "ATLAS of Plucked Instruments - Africa". Retrieved 10 March 2012.
- ↑ "La famille du Oud". Retrieved 10 March 2012.