The European Lur: A Bronze-Age Contraption
Dating back to the Bronze Age in Germany and Denmark, the Lur is highlighted as one of the most exceptional musical gadgets from Europe. It is composed of a variety of materials that come in many sizes and shapes, thus classifying it as a horned musical gadget, albeit lacking finger shacks. To make music using the Lur, the embouchure’s shape has to be manipulated.
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The Lur may vary in shape, size, and make depending on its area of origin; it can be bowed or straight, standing up to 2 meters tall, and made of either metal or wood. The most recent discoveries of the Lur were of Scandinavian origin dating back to the middle ages. Most of these ancient musical tools were made of wood.