Topshur
| String instrument | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Topshuur, Toshpulúr |
| Classification | plucked chordophone |
| Hornbostel–Sachs classification | 321.321 |
The topshur is a two-stringed lute played by the Western Mongolian tribes called the Altai Urianghais, the Altais, and the Tuvans. [1] The Topshur is closely tied to the folklore of Western Mongolian people and accompanied the performances of storytellers, singing, and dancing. [2] According to descriptions given by Marco Polo the Mongols also played the instruments before a battle. [3]
Construction and Design
All topshur are homemade and because of this, materials and shapes of the topshur vary depending on who is building the instrument and what region the instrument is being built in. For example, depending on which tribe the topshur is being built in, the string might be made of horsehair or sheep intestine.[3] The body of the topshur is bowl shaped and usually covered in tight animal skin.[3]
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