What two important musical instruments are attributed to the ...

[mwit1967]

What two important musical instruments are attributed to the Islamic Middle East? How was the guitar probably introduced to Europe?
 
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Question 2

In spite of not being considered music, how has the common Islamic practice of reciting the Koran influenced Muslem musical practices?
 
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[durant1234]

Answer to Question 1

• the guitar and violin


• The guitar is believed to be descended from the ud,' which was probably introduced to Spain by the Moors.

Answer to Question 2

• The rules for properly reciting the Koran are reflected in the modal practices the use of special scales of Muslim musicians, and influence vocal ornamentation in some forms of folk music.

[mwit1967]

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[shailee]

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