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Top: Arts: Music: Instruments: Stringed: Guitar: Variants: Alto_Guitar

Generally an 11 stringed instrument, developed in the 1960's and 70's; similar to a classical guitar, tuned higher and with 5 extra bass strings. This arrangement allows classical guitarists to play music written for the lute without the need for transcription or transposition.

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