A listener recently asked me about the hurdy-gurdy, an instrument that dates back to medieval times. Hurdy-gurdy player Andrey Vinogradov offers today’s Beautiful Music, playing two medieval melodies on the instrument. There’s also a charming and informative tutorial by about the hurdy-gurdy and how it works.
Dark Medieval Ballad. Hurdy-Gurdy, Organ Drone & Drum – YouTube