Lute

An instrument of folk origin, the lute is usually plucked but sometimes bowed. It is widespread throughout Europe, Asia and Africa in hundreds of styles. Best-known in recitals of ancient music is the round-backed ten-string lute. Bach is the latest composer to have written substantially for it, but sone obscure and inconsequential pieces appeared about 1800 and after.

Midi: Bach Suite for Lute in A minor, BMV. 995

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