Musical Instruments

Bandolin

The bandolin is a 14-stringed, 15-stringed or 16-stringed musical instrument in Ecuador. It is used as a rhythm and melody instrument in the Andean region of Ecuador during festivals where dancing and music are involved. It has a flat back and (typically) 15 strings in triple courses.

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• ▸Cumbia (Colombia)
• ▸Boujdour
• ▸Drolls (Russian early music ensemble)

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