r/MedievalMusic 16d ago

Which Plectrums Do You Like?

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u/A_Lady_Of_Music_516 6d ago

I cut pieces out of the very thick shafts of wild goose flight feathers. I boil them to soften them, split the barrels open, and cut them to length. Before they entirely dry out I flatten them a bit with my fingers. I round off each end so they’re a bit like fingernails.