Cobza
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Not to be confused with Kobza.
The cobza (also cobsa, cobuz, koboz) is a multi-stringed instrument of the lute family of folk origin popular in the Romanian, Moldovan and Hungarian folk music. It is considered the oldest accompaniment instrument in the region comprising Romania and Moldova. Its usage in Hungary was revived following the Táncház movement of the late 20th century.
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Other names | Koboz |
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Hornbostel–Sachs classification | 321.321-6 (Composite chordophone sounded with a plectrum) |
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It is distinct from the Ukrainian Kobza, an instrument of different construction and origin.[1]