The qanun is a traditional Middle Eastern stringed instrument. It has a long history, possibly descended from the ancient Egyptian harp, and is related to the psaltery, dulcimer and zither.

The simsimiyya - or traditional Pharaonic lyre -- is the center piece of Port Said's Sohba band. The instrument has deep roots in Egypt's history, from ancient Phaoronic times to more modern ...

The frame harp of the fourth and fifth centuries had an arched sound box and a post for support on the open ends and was played resting on the left knee while the player was seated. It was designed ...