harpsichord
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English[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
- harpsicord (dated)
- musical notation, always capitalized: Cemb., Hpcd., Hpd., Hpsd., Hrpsd.
Etymology[edit]
From French harpechorde, from New Latin harpicordium, from harpa (“harp”) + chorda (“string”).
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
harpsichord (plural harpsichords)
- (music) A musical instrument with a keyboard that produces sound through a mechanical process. When the performer presses a key, a corresponding plectrum plucks a tuned string. The harpsichord originated in late medieval Europe and is one of the most important instruments used to perform Baroque music.
Derived terms[edit]
Translations[edit]
musical instrument
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See also[edit]
References[edit]
- 1986. A Plain & Easy Introduction to the Harpsichord. Ruth Nurmi. Pg. 15.