Traditional Greek instruments are integral to the country's rich musical heritage. Common instruments include the bouzouki, a long-necked lute known for its distinctive sound, and the lyra, a three-stringed instrument played with a bow. The oud, a pear-shaped string instrument, is also popular in Greek music, often used in folk and classical settings. Percussion instruments like the daouli, a large drum, and the toubeleki, a smaller hand drum, provide rhythm in traditional performances. These instruments are often featured in rebetiko, a genre of music that reflects the life and struggles of the urban working class in Greece.