Definition: A cantoria is a musical instrument, typically a harpsichord or an organ, that originated in Italy. It was originally made by Italian artists and it has been used in various genres of music throughout history, from Renaissance to modern times.
The name "cantoria" comes from the Latin word "canthus," meaning "bend" in Greek. The instrument is named after its shape, which resembles a cantilevered bridge or a canyonside bridge (cantore
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