Bandola
The bandola is the tenor voice of the mandolin family. With a larger body and a longer string length than the mandolin, it is usually tuned a fifth lower (C–G–D–A, like the viola), giving a warmer, ro
Bandoloncelo (Mandocello)
The bandoloncelo (mandocello) is the bass voice of the mandolin family. Tuned like the cello (C–G–D–A), an octave below the bandola, it has a large body and a deep, resonant sound.
Mandolin (Bandolim)
The mandolin is one of the most important Portuguese folk instruments. Tuned like the violin but with double courses, it has its own family, the best known members being the bandola, the bandoleta and