lute

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Franglen's creations included a long-necked lute, similar to a Turkish saz, with strings that represent the rigging of the Wind Traders' ship.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

Harpsichord and viola da gamba act as soloists as well as continuo; a modern lute song is a lullaby.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

Jein even had the Vulcan lute played by Leonard Nimoy’s “Mr. Spock.”

From Seattle Times • Sep. 7, 2023

Outside the church, Byrd wrote florid music for the virginal, and pioneered the consort song, a precursor to the lute song.

From New York Times • Jul. 4, 2023

Sensing the group’s anticipation, though not mine in particular, Josn slowly undid the brass clasps and drew out his lute with an air of studied nonchalance.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss