Chanzy (instrument)
A chanzy is a three-stringed lute instrument from the Tuvan Republic. It is most commonly used to accompany throat singing.
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| String instrument | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Chanzi, Tyanzi |
| Hornbostel–Sachs classification | 321.322 |
| Developed | Tuva.. |
| Related instruments | |
| Doshpuluur, Topshur, Shanzy, Shamisen | |
It has nylon strings and it can be tuned F2, C3, F3 or D2, A2, D3, or C2, G2, C3; from the top string to the bottom one. The top and the middle strings have a fifth between them. The middle and bottom strings have a fourth between them. Therefore, the top and bottom strings have an octave between them.
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