The singers were ably accompanied by a string ensemble that included the theorbo, a long-necked plucked string instrument.

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The warmth and clarity of the guitar's plucked string sound allows this music to seem relaxed and complicated at the same time.

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They played "The Four Seasons of Afghanistan, " a version of Antonio Vivaldi's violin concertos adapted to include Afghan instruments like the plucked string rabab.

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For some reason, a string is plucked and it never stops vibrating.

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