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Ukulele
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The ukulele, also called a uke, is a member of the lute family of instruments of Portuguese origin and popularized in Hawaii. It generally employs four nylon strings.
The tone and volume of the instrument vary with size and construction. Ukuleles... Wikipedia
Related instruments: Electric ukulele, Jarana jarocha, Tahitian ukulele, and more
Developed: 19th century in Hawaii (introduced by the Portuguese)
Hornbostel–Sachs classification: 321.322; (Composite chordophone)