Hello all! I'm a brand new member, who has been agonizing over not owning a hurdy gurdy for about 15 years. It's time to invest! I am specifically interested in the Symphony models for their quietness, simplicity of keys for a beginner (diatonic vs. chromatic scale, 3-4 strings, and generally lacking trompette), primary source references from the Cantigas de Santa Maria, and appropriateness for period Medieval music. However, I also play a variety of ethnic music, and would like to be able to play both of these genres on the same instrument if possible. I'm concerned about the versatility of the Symphony for all those purposes, especially with Maqams and scales that require chromatics and microtones. I have seen some Symphony models that have been modified to suit a more modern musician, with pickups, trompettes, etc. But I don't know if that would compromise the integrity of use as a Medieval instrument, or if some of those things get a free pass in our modern age. :) Can I even have both Medieval and modern ethnic appropriateness on the same instrument? I was referred to this group to discuss the pros and cons of these particular models, and find a reliable manufacturer if I still decide this is the instrument for me. Does anyone own this variety of instrument, or have you played one? Any tips for a true novice? Yours in thanks, Kim
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