The Fidla is an ancient bowed folk instrument of Iceland. The strings are high off the soundbox and stopped by the fingers from underneath as with the Estonian Talharpa and Finnish Jouhikko. There are no surviving tunings, however the tuning of G G D D enable the playing of melodies and chords. Single notes may be played on the outside strings, or all 4 string may be bowed at once. The solid hardwood body resonates best when played on a hard surface, as there is no back on the soundbox. The sound is especially pleasant when mixed with supple wind instruments like recorders, native flutes or shakuachi. $1,050.00
