Plectrum facts for kids
A plectrum (say: PLEK-trum) is a small tool used to play musical instruments that have strings. You might know it better as a pick. When you hold a pick and use it to pluck a string, it makes a clear, often "twangy" sound. It's like giving the string a little tap to make it vibrate and create music!
Many popular instruments use picks. These include the guitar, the lute, and the mandolin. Even the old-fashioned harpsichord uses something similar. Its strings are plucked by special parts called "jacks" when you press a key. So, whether it's a guitar pick or a harpsichord jack, these little tools help bring music to life!
Images for kids
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Three plectra for use with guitar
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Assorted plectra for use with guitar
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A traditional hand crafted coconut shell sarod plectrum, also known as a Javva
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Bachi, or plectra for use with shamisen
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Biwa plectra
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Risha for Oud
See also
In Spanish: Plectro para niños
