The Hurdy-Gurdy: History, Sound & Revival of the Medieval Wheel Instrument

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Get ready to explore one of the most unique and hypnotic instruments in the history of music — the hurdy-gurdy. With its hand-cranked wheel, buzzing bridge, and haunting drone, this mechanical marvel blends medieval soul with modern possibilities.

✨ In this episode, you’ll discover:
📖 The hurdy-gurdy’s ancient beginnings as the organistrum
🎼 How it evolved into the vielle à roue and spread across Europe
🎻 How its crank-powered wheel replaces traditional bowing
🐶 The role of the buzzing chien/dog bridge that gives it its rhythmic signature
🌍 Its influence on folk traditions from France to Ukraine
⚙️ How modern artists and luthiers are reinventing the hurdy-gurdy with electronics and effects
🎵 A special rendition of “Tourdion,” a Renaissance dance for solo hurdy-gurdy

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