Percussion family Flashcards
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Timpani
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Timpani: A set of tuned drums played with mallets. They have hemispherical bowls made of copper or fiberglass and are tuned by adjusting the tension of the heads.
2
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Snare drum
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Snare Drum: A cylindrical drum played with sticks or brushes. It has two heads, one of which is played with a snare mechanism that produces a distinctive buzzing sound.
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Bass drum
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Bass Drum: A large, cylindrical drum played with a mallet. It has two heads and produces a deep, booming sound.
4
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Cymbals
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Cymbals: Clashing instruments made of metal discs. They come in various sizes and are played by striking them together or with sticks.
5
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Triangle
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Triangle: A small, triangular metal bar struck with a beater. It produces a high-pitched, ringing sound.
