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  1. Balalaika - Wikipedia

    The balalaika (Russian: балала́йка, pronounced [bəɫɐˈɫajkə]) Balalaika ⓘ is a Russian stringed musical instrument with a characteristic triangular wooden, hollow body, fretted neck, and three strings. Two …

  2. Balalaika | History, Characteristics, & Facts | Britannica

    Balalaika, Russian stringed musical instrument of the lute family. It is made in six sizes, from piccolo to double bass, and has a flat back and a triangular table, or belly, that tapers to the fretted neck.

  3. The Balalaika Family: A Complete Guide to Russia’s Iconic String ...

    Jun 30, 2025 · A balalaika is a traditional Russian string instrument with a triangle-shaped body and three strings. Different sizes, from the small prima to the large contrabass, create a range of sounds …

  4. What Is the Balalaika? Design, Sound & How to Play

    May 10, 2025 · At its core, the Balalaika is a traditional Russian string instrument, belonging to the family of plucked lutes. It features a triangular body, a long neck, and typically has three strings, although …

  5. Balalaika: History, Variations and Use

    Dec 11, 2023 · Originally widespread in Russian villages, the balalaika was a two- or three-stringed instrument with a triangular or oval body and a long, slightly backward-curved, spade-shaped head, …

  6. Balalaika: The most Russian of all folk musical instruments

    Its definition read: "A three-stringed musical instrument in the form of a guitar, played by strumming the strings with fingers." There is a theory that the balalaika was introduced to Russia...

  7. Balalaika – Duke University Musical Instrument Collections

    Aug 17, 2005 · The Balalaika is a Russian stringed instrument developed in the 18th century. It derived from the dombra, or domra, a three-stringed lute played in Russia and Central Asia.

  8. What is Balalaika? – ibalalaika.com

    What is Balalaika? The balalaika is one of a family of Eurasian musical instruments with long necks, few strings, and a playing technique based on rapid strumming with the index finger.

  9. What Is a Balalaika Instrument? - Folkstrings.com

    Dec 28, 2020 · The Balalaika is a Russian stringed instrument that is known for its characteristic triangular hollow shape. This instrument, traditionally, has three strings and is a member of the lute …

  10. Balalaika: History, Characteristics, and Sound - Handmade Sound

    The balalaika is a very well-known Russian musical instrument that belongs to the category of plucked string instruments. Similar instruments include the domra, the ukulele, and the guitar. The body of …