Maltese Lira (instrument)

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The Maltese lira is a string, bowed instrument which has maintained its basic physical properties across history. The main characteristics are three strings; tuning pegs fitted perpendicularly to the head; absence of a fingerboard or frets; mobile bridge and soundpost.


Ettore Castagna Maltese lira 8 June 2013 Għanafest Argotti.jpg