🎵 String Instruments

Vielle · Ancient Bowed String Instrument — Iconic Medieval European Fiddle

The vielle is a medieval European bowed string instrument widely used before the Renaissance. It is considered the predecessor to the modern violin. Characterized by its five strings, it is capable of producing a range of tones.

Rabel · Medieval Bowed String Instrument

The rabel is a medieval European bowed string instrument with a long neck and narrow body, usually fitted with two or three strings. It was widely used in both folk and court music. The instrument is played with a bow.