yue qin
[Chinese]
A Chinese mandolin named from its moon-shaped soundbox and similar to the long-necked ruan. The soundbox is sometimes octagonal or hexagonal in shape with 2 strings normally tuned a 4th or 5th apart. Two additional strings can be added and are typically tuned in unison with the other 2 strings creating 2 courses of 2 strings each. The yue qin is commonly used to accompany performances such as operas and narratives. It is also known as a moon mandolin.Share
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Last Updated: 2013-03-12 02:01:19