the history of piano
The piano is an acoustic, stringed musical instrument invented in Italy by Bartolomeo Cristofori around the year 1700 (the exact year is uncertain), in which the strings are struck by hammers. ... When the key is released, a damper stops the strings' vibration, ending the sound
The earliest cellos were developed during the 16th century and frequently were made with five strings. ... Only during the 17th and 18th centuries did the cello replace the bass viola da gamba as a solo instrument. During the 17th century the combination of cello and harpsichord for basso continuo parts became standard.
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