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The lute I use has 10 courses and 19 strings, which is…

“The lute I use has 10 courses and 19 strings, which is quite a lot of strings and a quite different fingerboard width from a classical guitar. I use a combination of flesh and nail when plucking the strings.” quote by Julian Bream
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“The lute I use has 10 courses and 19 strings, which is quite a lot of strings and a quite different fingerboard width from a classical guitar. I use a combination of flesh and nail when plucking the strings.”

Julian Bream

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

His lute has many strings and a wide fingerboard, requiring both flesh and nail technique.

In simple terms: His lute is large and played with flesh and nail.

Key Takeaway

Adapt technique to instrument’s unique design.

Themes

music instrumentation technique

Mood

informative technical

Type

educational descriptive

When to use this quote

  • historical music performance
  • string instrument teaching
  • personal practice adjustments

Key Concepts

lute construction performance practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What challenges does a wide fingerboard present?
  • How does nail use affect tone?
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