Định Nghĩa và Ý Nghĩa của "catgut"

What is "catgut"?

Catgut is a type of string material traditionally made from the natural fibers of sheep or goat intestines, despite its name. It has been used for centuries in musical instruments like violins, harps, and lutes. Catgut strings are known for their warm, rich sound quality and were commonly used before the introduction of synthetic and metal strings. Today, they are less commonly used, but they remain valued in historical performance settings for their authentic sound and traditional craftsmanship.