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Guzheng Gifts: Shirts, Mugs, Totes, Music, Accessories

Guzheng Gifts

Guzheng Gifts

We’re here to make your shopping experience easier, whether you’re looking for relaxing Chinese music or guzheng accessories. Choose from classical or contemporary music, T-shirts, coffee mugs, greeting cards, trucker hats, cotton canvas tote bags, refrigerator magnets, posters, colorful buttons, cooking aprons, and more unique guzheng gifts.

Benjamin Hoff (Author)
Under Confucianism, the use of precisely measured court music, prescribed steps, actions, and phrases all added up to an extremely complex system of rituals, each used for a particular purpose at a particular time.

Strike the Zither

by Joan He

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Guzheng Music

Music is always a popular gift, and it’s even more special when there’s an opportunity to share a rich Chinese tradition that dates back more than 2,500 years. Introduce someone to the beautiful sounds of the guzheng, or Gu Zheng. This unique string instrument is also known as the Chinese zither.

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Unique Gifts for Music Lovers

We’ve created more than 2,000 products for string instrument players and music lovers. Find a unique gift for your favorite guzheng player or enthusiast. Beware of inferior copycats! Our original designs are available here and in our String Kings Music Guzheng collection.

Music Gifts Guzheng

Guzheng Shirts

Shirts are always a welcome gift, and these selections are sure to be a conversation starter for those not yet familiar with the Chinese zither. Choose from dozens of style, size, and color combinations for a personalized gift.

I Love Guzheng Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart

I Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Guzheng Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtGuzheng Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtGuzheng Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtGuzheng Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtGuzheng Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtGuzheng Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Cats and Dogs Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players

Here are some designs for animal lovers who are easily distracted by the sound of guzheng players. Choose from playful cats and dogs in a variety of styles, colors, and sizes for the whole family.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Running Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-ShirtCurious Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players T-Shirt

The Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng

Who are the coolest people on earth? Guzheng players, of course! Spread the word about this cool string instrument. Makes a great gift for any music student, music teacher, or Chinese zither player.

The Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng T-Shirt

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng

Share your love for the guzheng. Mirror image bass clef heart designs are available for both Chinese harpists and enthusiasts.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-Shirt

Red and Black Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng

Red and black double bass clef heart design is perfect for any guzheng player or fan of this unique string instrument.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng T-Shirt

Guzheng Magnets

Here’s one of our favorite inexpensive gift ideas for guzheng players and enthusiasts. Refrigerator magnets are always practical. Standard size square magnets measure 2 by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper. Scratch and UV-resistant Mylar keeps magnets looking fresh and new for years to come.

Guzheng Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square MagnetGuzheng Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square MagnetGuzheng Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square MagnetGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square MagnetGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square MagnetGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Magnet

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square MagnetCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square MagnetCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square MagnetRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square MagnetRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square MagnetRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square Magnet

I Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square MagnetI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square MagnetI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square MagnetDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Square MagnetDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Square MagnetDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Square Magnet

Guzheng Trucker Hats

Guzheng trucker hats are available in eleven color choices. Hats feature a 100% polyester foam front and a 100% nylon mesh back to keep you cool. Trucker hats are adjustable from 17 to 24 inches.

Guzheng Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker HatGuzheng Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker HatGuzheng Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker HatLove Guzheng Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker HatLove Guzheng Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker HatLove Guzheng Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker Hat

Guzheng Tote Bags

Versatile and durable cotton canvas tote bags are another practical gift idea for musicians. These designs are available in many style and color choices to please any guzheng player or enthusiast.

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Cartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Tote BagCartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Tote BagCartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Tote BagCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Tote BagCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Tote BagCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Tote Bag

The Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Nebula Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Nebula Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Nebula Tote Bag

I Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote BagI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote BagI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote BagDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Tote BagDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Tote BagDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Tote Bag

Guzheng Coffee Mugs

Mugs are one of our favorite affordable guzheng gifts. Everyone can use a few mugs. Click on any mug to see how the design looks from different angles. Choose from many sizes, styles, and colors to create a personal gift for your favorite Chinese harpist.

Guzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee MugGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee MugGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee MugCopper Double Bass Clef Heart Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee MugCopper Double Bass Clef Heart Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee MugCopper Double Bass Clef Heart Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Coffee MugCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Coffee MugCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Coffee MugRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Coffee MugRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Coffee MugRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Coffee Mug

I Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee MugI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee MugI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee MugThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee MugThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee MugThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee Mug

First Coffee Then Guzheng Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee MugFirst Coffee Then Guzheng Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee MugFirst Coffee Then Guzheng Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee MugBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee MugBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee MugBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Bass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Guzheng Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Guzheng Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Guzheng Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Guzheng Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Guzheng Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Guzheng Coffee Mug

Guzheng Chef Aprons

Classic cotton-poly twill blend aprons are another of our top picks for practical guzheng gifts. Choose from several style and color options. Spacious front pockets hold plenty of utensils and cooking tools. Aprons are machine washable and proudly made in the U.S.A.

Guzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef ApronGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef ApronGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef ApronThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Adult Chef ApronThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Adult Chef ApronThe Coolest People on Earth Play Guzheng Adult Chef Apron

Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Guzheng Adult Chef Apron

Guzheng Buttons

Here’s another fun and inexpensive way to show appreciation for your favorite musical instrument. Standard size square buttons measure 2 inches by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper, then covered with scratch and UV-resistant Mylar for many years of enjoyment. Choose the styles shown here, or select a new background color for a customized music gift.

Guzheng Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square ButtonGuzheng Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square ButtonGuzheng Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square ButtonGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square ButtonGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square ButtonGuzheng Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Button

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square ButtonCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square ButtonCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square ButtonRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square ButtonRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square ButtonRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Square Button

I Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square ButtonI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square ButtonI Love Guzheng Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square ButtonDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Square ButtonDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Square ButtonDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Guzheng Square Button

Guzheng Playing Cards

One of the most popular guzheng gifts is a set of playing cards. Each comes packaged in a cardboard box for easy gifting. Poker size cards measure 2.5 by 3.5 inches, with 52 playing cards and 2 jokers per deck. Click on any design to see the available options. Standard cards are printed on smooth card stock, and premium quality Bicycle playing cards are printed on durable semi-gloss card stock.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Playing CardsCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Playing CardsCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Playing CardsRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Playing CardsRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Playing CardsRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Guzheng Players Music Notes Playing Cards

The Butterfly Lovers

Performed by Bei Bei

Similar to Shakespeare’s oft-told tale, “Romeo and Juliet,” the story of “The Butterfly Lovers” is about love, passion, devotion, desperation, and transformation. This lovely performance by guzheng artist and composer Bei Bei was recorded in Los Angeles, California on a beautiful spring day.

Confucius
If one should desire to know whether a kingdom is well governed, if its morals are good or bad, the quality of its music will furnish the answer.

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Zither Gifts: Shirts, Mugs, Totes, Music, Accessories

Zither Gifts

Zither Gifts

The zither instrument has several strings stretched across a shallow wooden box, and is played with the fingers or a pick. If there is a zitherist among your circle of friends, these hand-picked selections will help you find the perfect gift.

Choose from music, T-shirts, cooking aprons, refrigerator magnets, posters, coffee mugs, trucker hats, postcards, cotton canvas tote bags, colorful buttons, and more unique zither gifts.

Joseph Cotten
Orson Welles lists ‘Citizen Kane’ as his best film, Alfred Hitchcock opts for ‘Shadow of a Doubt,’ and Sir Carol Reed chose ‘The Third Man’–and I’m in all of them.

The Third Man (1949)

Produced and Directed by Carol Reed

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Zither Music

One of our favorite zither gifts is music. Enjoy the best of this unique string instrument, including selections from “The First Man of the Zither,” Anton Karas.

The First Man of the Zither Anton Karas Plays The Third Man ThemeThe First Man of the Zither Anton Karas Plays The Third Man ThemeThe First Man of the Zither Anton Karas Plays The Third Man ThemeAnton Karas und die beiden Rudis - Mit Seiner ZitherAnton Karas und die beiden Rudis – Mit Seiner ZitherAnton Karas und die beiden Rudis - Mit Seiner Zither

The Music of Armenia, Vol. 4: Kanon/Traditional Zither MusicThe Music of Armenia, Vol. 4: Kanon/Traditional Zither MusicThe Music of Armenia, Vol. 4: Kanon/Traditional Zither MusicIce Flowers Melting: Music for Kantele, The Finnish Folk ZitherIce Flowers Melting: Music for Kantele, The Finnish Folk ZitherIce Flowers Melting: Music for Kantele, The Finnish Folk Zither

Unique Gifts for Music Lovers

We’ve created more than 2,000 products for string instrument players and music lovers. Find a unique gift for your favorite zither player or enthusiast. Beware of inferior copycats! Our original designs are available here and in our String Kings Music Zither collection.

Music Gifts Zither

Zither Shirts

Fashionable shirts make a wonderful gift. With so many colors and styles to choose from, you’re guaranteed to find just the right design and sentiment for your favorite zitherist. Click on any design to see what’s available for everyone from babies to seniors.

Eat Sleep Concert Zither Repeat Colorful Zitherist Humor T-ShirtEat Sleep Concert Zither Repeat Colorful Zitherist Humor T-ShirtEat Sleep Concert Zither Repeat Colorful Zitherist Humor T-ShirtWhen I Play My Zither Nothing Else Really Matters Zitherist Humor T-ShirtWhen I Play My Zither Nothing Else Really Matters Zitherist Humor T-ShirtWhen I Play My Zither Nothing Else Really Matters Zitherist Humor T-Shirt

I Love Zither Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart

Mandala heart design in warm orange and yellow tones is perfect for any zither player or fan of this unique string instrument.

I Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Zither Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtZither Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtZither Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtZither Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtZither Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-ShirtZither Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Cats and Dogs Easily Distracted by Zither Players

Here are some designs for animal lovers who are easily distracted by the sound of zither players. Choose from playful cats and dogs in a variety of styles, colors, and sizes for the whole family.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Running Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-ShirtCurious Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players T-Shirt

The Coolest People on Earth Play Zither

Who are the coolest people on earth? Zither players, of course! Spread the word about this cool string instrument. Makes a great gift for any music student, music teacher, or zitherist.

The Coolest People on Earth Play Zither T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither T-ShirtThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither T-Shirt

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither

Share your love for the zither. Mirror image bass clef heart designs are available for both zitherists and enthusiasts.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-Shirt

Red & Black Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither

Red and black double bass clef heart design is perfect for any zither player or fan of this unique string instrument.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-ShirtDouble Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither T-Shirt

Zither Magnets

Here’s one of our favorite inexpensive gift ideas for zither players and fans. Who doesn’t love refrigerator magnets? Standard size square magnets measure 2 by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper. Scratch and UV-resistant Mylar keeps magnets looking new for years to come.

Zither Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square MagnetZither Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square MagnetZither Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square MagnetZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square MagnetZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square MagnetZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Magnet

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Square MagnetCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Square MagnetCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Square MagnetRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Square MagnetRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Square MagnetRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Square Magnet

I Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square MagnetI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square MagnetI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square MagnetDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Zither MagnetDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Zither MagnetDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Zither Magnet

Zither Postcards

We love music-themed postcards and these vintage zitherist cards are pretty enough to frame. Postcards are inexpensive and always appreciated by people who enjoy keeping in touch with friends and family. These postcards measure 4.25 by 5.6 inches, and are printed on ultra-heavyweight (120 lb) card stock with a gloss finish.

Young Woman Playing a Zither by Carl Ostersetzer PostcardYoung Woman Playing a Zither by Carl Ostersetzer PostcardYoung Woman Playing a Zither by Carl Ostersetzer PostcardThe Zither Player by Franz von Defregger PostcardThe Zither Player by Franz von Defregger PostcardThe Zither Player by Franz von Defregger Postcard

Zither Coffee Mugs

Mugs are one of our favorite affordable zither gifts. Everyone can use a few mugs. Click on any mug to see how the design looks from different angles. Choose from many sizes, styles, and colors to create a personal gift for your favorite zitherist.

Zither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee MugZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee MugZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee MugCopper Double Bass Clef Heart Zither Two-Tone Coffee MugCopper Double Bass Clef Heart Zither Two-Tone Coffee MugCopper Double Bass Clef Heart Zither Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee MugCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee MugCurious Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee MugRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee MugRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee MugRunning Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee Mug

I Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee MugI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee MugI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee MugThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Two-Tone Coffee MugThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Two-Tone Coffee MugThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Two-Tone Coffee Mug

First Coffee Then Zither Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee MugFirst Coffee Then Zither Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee MugFirst Coffee Then Zither Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee MugBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Two-Tone Coffee MugBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Two-Tone Coffee MugBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Bass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Zither Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Zither Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Zither Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Zither Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Zither Coffee MugBass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Zither Coffee Mug

Zither Trucker Hats

Zither trucker hats are available in eleven color choices. Hats feature a 100% polyester foam front and a 100% nylon mesh back to keep you cool. Trucker hats are adjustable from 17 to 24 inches.

Zither Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker HatZither Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker HatZither Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker HatLove Zither Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker HatLove Zither Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker HatLove Zither Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker Hat

Zither Tote Bags

Versatile and durable cotton canvas tote bags are another practical gift idea. These designs are available in many style and color choices to please any zitherist or zither enthusiast.

Zither Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Tote BagZither Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Tote BagZither Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Tote BagZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Tote BagZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Tote BagZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Tote Bag

Cartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Tote BagCartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Tote BagCartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Zither Players Tote BagCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Tote BagCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Tote BagCartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Zither Players Tote Bag

The Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Nebula Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Nebula Tote BagThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Nebula Tote Bag

I Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote BagI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote BagI Love Zither Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote BagDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Zither Tote BagDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Zither Tote BagDouble Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Zither Tote Bag

Zither Chef Aprons

Classic cotton-poly twill blend aprons are another of our top picks for practical zither gifts. Choose from several style and color options. Spacious front pockets hold plenty of utensils and cooking tools. Aprons are machine washable and proudly made in the U.S.A.

Zither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef ApronZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef ApronZither Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef ApronThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Adult Chef ApronThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Adult Chef ApronThe Coolest People on Earth Play Zither Adult Chef Apron

Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Adult Chef ApronBass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Zither Adult Chef Apron

Zither Buttons

Here’s a fun and inexpensive gift idea for your favorite zitherist or fan of this unique string instrument. Standard size square buttons measure 2 inches by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper and covered with scratch and UV-resistant Mylar for years of use and enjoyment. Some designs allow you to choose a different background color for a customized button gift.

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Zither Playing Cards

One of the most popular zither gifts is a set of playing cards. Each comes packaged in a cardboard box for easy gifting. Poker size cards measure 2.5 by 3.5 inches, with 52 playing cards and 2 jokers per deck. Click on any design to see the available options. Standard cards are printed on smooth card stock, and premium quality Bicycle playing cards are printed on durable semi-gloss card stock.

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The Third Man

Theatrical Trailer (1949)

The Third Man (1949)
British director Carol Reed’s film noir was set in post-World War II Vienna and starred Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Orson Welles, and Trevor Howard. Considered one of the greatest films of all time, The Third Man is celebrated for its acting, cinematography, and musical score. Viennese zitherist Anton Karas wrote and performed the score, using only the zither. In 1950 the film’s title music “The Third Man Theme” topped the music charts and Anton Karas became an international star.

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Zither Facts: Shop for Instruments, Accessories, Gifts

Zither Facts

Zither Facts

The zither is an instrument similar to a psaltery, with many strings stretched across a thin, flat body. The number of strings can vary from twelve to more than fifty. Zithers can be played in many different ways. The strings can be plucked with the fingers, or alternatively with a plectrum or pick. They can also be strummed with a bow, or sounded by beating them with specially designed hammers.

Like a guitar or lute, a zither’s body serves as a resonating chamber, or sound box. Unlike guitars and lutes a zither does not have a separate neck assembly.

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Fun Fact
A person who performs on this string instrument is called a zitherist.

Notable zitherists include Basia Bulat, Kerry Christensen, Karineh Hovhanessian, Anton Karas, Rudi Knabl, Linda McCartney, Adolf Schneer, John Sebastian, and Manfred Schuler.

The Third Man

Starring Alida Valli and Joseph Cotten
Music by Anton Karas

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The Third Man (1949)

Celebrated director Carol Reed moved unknown Viennese musical performer Anton Karas to his home in London. Working from Reed’s oak dining table, the pair collaborated on the score for three months. Karas worked up to 14 hours each day, composing and recording the film’s zither-only score.

“The Third Man Theme” topped the music charts in 1950. Moreover, the film’s trailer stated that Karas would have the audience “in a dither with his zither.” Anton Karas and his unique instrument gained international fame as a result of this exposure.

Time Magazine “Dither Zither” (1949)
The picture demanded music appropriate to post-World War II Vienna, but director [Carol] Reed had made up his mind to avoid schmaltzy, heavily orchestrated waltzes. In Vienna one night Reed listened to a wine-garden zitherist named Anton Karas, and was fascinated by the jangling melancholy of his music.

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Anton Karas Website (Hosted by his Grandson, Werner Chudik)

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Music Maker Lap Harp

Product details:

  • Handmade with quality hardwoods in Belarus
  • 7-inch top width, 14-inch bottom width, 1-inch thick
  • Measures 8 inches top to bottom
  • Tuned to a 2-octave G major scale
  • Video Lesson: Tuning a Zither / Lap Harp to G Major
  • Includes tuner, pick, extra metal string, 12 song sheets
  • Slip song sheet under strings for an easy playing guide
  • “Oppenheim Toy Portfolio” Platinum Winner

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Psaltery Facts: Shop for Instruments, Accessories, Gifts

Psaltery Facts

Psaltery Facts

The psaltery is a stringed musical instrument belonging to the zither family. Psalteries are often depicted in the manuscripts, paintings, and sculptures of 12th to 15th century Europe. The psalteries of Ancient Greece resembled small harps. Modern psalteries are based on the guitar zither and the autoharp.

Psalteries have appeared in a variety of forms and styles throughout history. On the earlier instruments that resembled harps, the strings were plucked. On subsequent versions, the strings could either be struck or bowed.

The bowed psaltery was introduced in the early 20th century and is the style most frequently seen and played today. Modern psalteries are triangular in shape, played with a bow, with strings running down both sides of the soundboard. This unique triangular shape allows the end portion of each string to be bowed.

Here are a few more interesting psaltery facts. When playing modern bowed psalteries you don’t need to learn fingering positions. Each string produces a single note. The bow plays just one note at a time, so the psaltery is primarily a melody instrument. Its haunting sound is well suited to folk songs, hymns, and carols.

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Fun Fact
A person who performs on this string instrument is called a psalterist.

Notable psalterists include Satis Coleman, James Jones, Rick Long, Lowell Mason, Eric Meier, Donna Missigman, Ann Tucker, and George James Webb.

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Introduction by James Jones

James Jones has been building custom musical instruments in his rural Bedford, Virginia shop since 1978. He produces an entire line of fine string instruments, including bouzoukis, hammered dulcimers, Appalachian dulcimers, harps, mandolins, zithers–and of course, psalteries. Visit his website, James Jones Instruments to see what’s available now. This introduction to the instrument is played on one of his 2-1/2 octave alto bowed psalteries.

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Zither Heaven Black Walnut Bowed Psaltery

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  • Black walnut with a contrasting cherry stripe and bridge
  • Black walnut frame rails with a hard maple pin area
  • 22 strings, starts on G4 ends on F6
  • Includes bow, rosin, tuning wrench, fleece drawstring bag
  • String chart with note lay out and stick on note letters
  • Overall dimension: 21.5 x 7 x 2 inches (L-W-H)
  • Ideal instrument for anyone interested in learning music

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Baltic Psalteries

Since 2012 Baltic Psalteries has manufactured more than 2,000 unique handcrafted instruments. Sharing music is a passion–more than 200 psalteries have been donated to orphanages, music institutions, and large families.

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Baltic Psalteries
Our psalteries are designed for both professional musicians as well as people with no special musical education. We have had some fabulous reviews from folk groups and famous musicians.

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Guzheng Facts: Shop for Instruments, Accessories, Gifts

Guzheng Facts

Guzheng Facts

The guzheng or Gu Zheng is a Chinese string instrument. Sometimes the name is shortened to zheng. No matter what you call it, the large, slender instrument functions as a plucked zither with 18 or more strings and movable bridges.

According to musicologists, the guzheng was inspired by early bamboo tube zithers. Today’s guzheng is quite different from the instruments made centuries ago. Modern players use picks–called DaiMao–which are often made from hawksbill turtle shells. Ancient picks were carved from ivory or tortoise shells.

Western musical styles have inspired a more modern playing technique where the left hand is used to provide harmony and bass notes. This allows for greater flexibility in the instrument’s musical range, but tends to limit subtle ornamentations provided by the left hand in more traditional music. Students at the Beijing Conservatory are required to learn a repertoire of both traditional and modern pieces.

Here are a few more interesting guzheng facts. Centuries ago the strings were made from silk. Today they’re nearly always metal-nylon, which increases the instrument’s capabilities, volume, and timbre. The strings are capable of creating graceful sounds that mimic a cascading waterfall, or stronger sounds like thunder and trotting horses.

Guzheng Music

Indeed, well known pieces for the guzheng suggest a connection to nature. For example, Yu Zhou Chang Wan (Songs of Fishing Boats at Dusk), Gao Shan Liu Shui (High Mountains Flowing Water), and Han Gong Qiu Yue (Autumn Moon Over the Han Palace).

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Fun Fact
A person who performs on this string instrument is called a guzhengist or Chinese harpist.

Notable guzhengists include Bei Bei He, Shirley Wang, Melody Yan, and Wang Zhongshan.

Chinese Girl Playing Guzheng

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Performed by Wang Zhongshan

The musical piece is called “Fishermen’s Song at Eventide.”

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Dunhuang Burmese Rosewood Guzheng with Master Signature

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  • Single-piece professional grade paulownia soundboard and backboard
  • Frame is made by Burmese rosewood with wood carving in the famous Banana Panel Night Rain design
  • Professional grade rosewood bridges
  • Accessories include guzheng picks and tape, tuning wrench, soundboard cleaning brush, soft carrying case
  • Professional Guzheng chromatic tuner
  • Two-piece matching stands
  • English and Chinese manual included
  • Dunhuang’s professional model is top seller in the market

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Autoharp Facts: Shop for Instruments, Accessories, Gifts

Autoharp Facts

Autoharp Facts

Here’s one of the most interesting autoharp facts. Despite the name, an autoharp isn’t a harp at all. It’s actually a chorded zither.

How does it work? A series of chord bars are attached to dampers. When the chord bars are depressed during play, strings are muted to form the desired chord. Modern autoharps usually have 36 or 37 strings. Some have as many as 47 strings, and a rare 48-string model also exists.

In the United States, the autoharp often provides rhythm in bluegrass and country music. However, skilled chromatic players can perform a range of melodies on the instrument.

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Fun Fact
Did you know … a person who performs on this string instrument is called an autoharpist.

Notable autoharpists include Neriah McCubbins “Mr. Cub” Benfield and his son Kenneth Benfield, Bryan Bowers, Basia Bulat, Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins), Sheryl Crow, Brian Jones (The Rolling Stones), Janis Joplin, Linda McCartney, Dolly Parton, John Sebastian (The Lovin’ Spoonful), Kilby Snow and his son Jim Snow, Ernest V. Stoneman, and Joni Mitchell.

Mother Maybelle and the Carter Family

The autoharp was a favorite with the historic Carter Family, including Maybelle Carter, her cousin Sara Carter, and her daughters Helen Carter and June Carter Cash. The Carter Family adopted an upright style for playing that was developed by Grand Ole Opry star Cecil Null.

Maybelle Carter’s granddaughter Carlene carries on the family tradition today, performing onstage as well as on her recordings. Carlene’s 1990 song “Me and the Wildwood Rose” was dedicated to her grandmother Maybelle Carter.

Maybelle Carter

Queen of the Auto-Harp

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Solo by “Mother” Maybelle Carter

The legendary Johnny Cash introduces his mother-in-law Maybelle Carter on the February 25, 1970 episode of “The Johnny Cash Show.” The musical piece is called “Black Mountain Rag.”

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Oscar Schmidt 15-Chord Autoharp

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  • 15-chord autoharp with select maple body
  • Handcrafted quality you expect from Oscar Schmidt
  • 36 alloy steel strings
  • Tobacco sunburst gloss finish
  • Rock maple pin block for strength and solid tuning
  • An extremely easy to play instrument
  • Fun for the whole family

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