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Instrument, Stringed

Object number2004.43.2

Possible OriginMidland, Pennsylvania

MediumWood; Metal; Plastic

Credit LineGift of Eli Bratich

DescriptionDark and light brown wood, six-stringed instrument played in a tamburitzan orchestra; has an inlaid star on the headMarksOn back of neck: "St. Georg [sic] / Midland / 130 ".
Historical NotesInstrument used in a tamburitzan orchestra. Donor used this instrument while performing in costume as a Junior Tamburitzan.Label TextCareful to preserve their traditions and culture, many Serbian Americans joined a Junior Tamburitzan Orchestra when they were children. This prim was played by Eli Bratich as a St. George’s Junior Tamburitzan in Midland, PA. In addition to playing stringed instruments such as the prim, Junior Tamburitzans also sing and dance. These orchestras remain popular today in Serbian American communities

Previous owner Eli Bratich

Related institution St. George's Junior Tamburitzan

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