The Tanbur: History and Origin of a Musical Lineage
Introducing the Tanbur: An Instrument with Deep Roots The Tanbur describes a family of long-necked string instruments with origins stretching back over four millennia in Mesopotamia, Southern, and Central Asia. These instruments typically feature a pear-shaped body and an extended neck, played by plucking the strings. The term “Tanbur” isn’t a single, rigid name; […]
