Jarana huasteca
String instrument developed in Mexico
Jarana huasteca | |
String | |
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Other names | Jarana de son huasteco, jaranita |
Classification | String instrument |
Hornbostel–Sachs classification | (Composite chordophone) |
Developed | Mexico |
Related instruments | |
Huapanguera |
The jarana huasteca, jarana de son huasteco or jaranita is a string instrument. It is most often called simply jarana. It is a guitar-like chordophone with 5 strings, tuned in thirds (low to high): G, B, D, F# and A. It has a range similar to the mandolin,[1] and a scale length of around 40 cm.
The instrument usually forms part of the trío huasteco ensemble, along with the quinta huapanguera and violin, taking on the role of the rhythmic accompaniment. It is usually used to play huasteca music.
Compared to the guitarra huapanguera, the instrument is smaller and higher-pitched.
References
- INAH (1988). Atlas Cultural de México. Música. México: Grupo Editorial Planeta. ISBN 968-406-121-8.
- ^ "The Stringed Instrument Database: Index". stringedinstrumentdatabase.aornis.com.
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Mexican musical instruments
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- Arpa jarocha
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