Definition

A stringed musical instrument consisting of numerous strings stretched across a resonating body, played by plucking or striking the strings with fingers or small hammers. Zithers vary widely in construction across cultures and can be played sitting or lying on a table.

Example Usage

The folk musician gave a beautiful zither performance that transported the audience to Eastern Europe.

Origin

From German 'Zither,' ultimately derived from Greek 'kithara' (lyre or harp).

Fun Fact

The zither is central to the musical traditions of many cultures, particularly in Central Europe, East Asia, and the Middle East; it's an extremely ancient instrument with evidence of similar designs dating back thousands of years.

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