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virginalsnoun
a virginal; a musical instrument in the harpsichord family
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Virginals
The virginals (or virginal) is a keyboard instrument of the harpsichord family. It was popular in Europe during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods.
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Virginals
The virginals or virginal is a keyboard instrument of the harpsichord family. It was popular in Europe during the late Renaissance and early baroque periods.
Etymology and Origins
Virginals
An early example of keyed musical instrument resembling the pianoforte. Also this was played upon with some degree of skill by Queen Elizabeth, the so-called “Virgin Queen,” and is said to have given her name to the instrument. It was, however, well known long before her time, having been used by nuns in convents to accompany hymns to the Virgin.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of virginals in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of virginals in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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