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Yugoslavian Folk Instruments

    Woodwinds

    • The frula resembles a recorder or flute and was most commonly played by shepherds when tending to their flocks. Versions of the instrument are found all throughout Eastern Europe. Another woodwind instrument is the diple, played in Croatia, Montenegro and Serbia. The zurna and the duduk are originally from Armenia but have become frequently used in the folk music of the former Yugoslavia. Variations of these woodwinds are found throughout Middle Eastern music as well.

    Lutes

    • Instruments from the lute family are also found in the folk musical traditions of the former Yugoslavian countries. The tambura is a long-necked lute likewise found in Indian music. A variation of the tambura is known as the tamburica, which has many different types. The gusle is often accompanied by singing and is a derivation of the lyra, an instrument originally dating from the Byzantine Empire (330-1453). Another instrument is the bouzouki, more commonly associated with Greek music.

    Drums

    • The tapan is a double-headed drum that hangs from the shoulder by a strap. It's also found in the musical traditions of Turkey, Iran and Armenia. The tarambuke (also known as a "goblet drum") is a hand drum held between the knees: This drum is known by many different names through the Middle East and Africa. Another drum used in the music of the former Yugoslavia is the tabla, a hand drum originally from India.

    Other Instruments

    • The kemenche is a three-stringed bowed instrument, sometimes rested on the knee while being played. It is also played in the traditional music of Turkey. The sargija is a type of violin, often plucked, and can have up to seven strings. Another popular folk instrument is the gaida, also known in English as the "bagpipe." Variations of this instrument are found throughout the world.

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