Bouzouki

See also:

• Regional: Europe: Greece: Arts and Entertainment: Music: Folk  (8)
• Regional: Europe: Greece: Arts and Entertainment: Music: Rebetiko  (9)
• Society: Ethnicity: Greek: Greek American: Arts: Music  (4)

Ancient Tones - - Article tracing the development of the bouzouki - its origins, its role in Greece and "adoption" by Irish musicians. Offers a listing of luthiers, discography and bibliograph.

Bouzouki - - Wikipedia article covers the history and development of the instrument in Greek and Irish traditions of the 20th century.

Bouzouki FAQ - - From Hobgoblin music, giving advice on tuning, care and maintenance, and information on makers.

Bouzouki Lessons - - Offers a range of materials for learner players on CD and video, covering playing techniques and musical theory of Greek scales. Ordering and contact details.

Doctor Dark's Rebetiko Notes - - Description of the instrument and advice on buying one for the beginner.

Greek Bouzouki Forum - - A discussion forum about techniques of playing, music for the bouzouki, players, and news.

Radical Movement for Rebetiko Dechiotification and Bouzouki Detetrachordization - - A group of purists seek to preserve the traditional construction and playing style of the bouzouki - with 6 strings, and without amplification.