qinas
Qinas, also known as Qinan or sometimes Qinah, refers to a variety of ancient Chinese musical instruments. Historically, these instruments were prominent during the Qin dynasty and subsequent periods, playing a significant role in court music, rituals, and scholarly pursuits. The term itself can encompass several distinct types of stringed and wind instruments, though the specific instruments and their precise characteristics can vary depending on historical context and scholarly interpretation.
Among the instruments sometimes categorized under the umbrella term "qinas" are various forms of zithers and
The study of qinas provides insights into the development of Chinese music theory and performance practices.