World Music - Traditional Samba

Question 1

Name the instruments used in a samba band,

Answer 1

• Bass drum known as the surdo
• Tenor drum known as a repiniques
• Smaller drum known as a tamborim and tambales
• Agogô bells

Question 2

Name other percussion used.

Answer 2

Conga - a large drum that is played with the musician standing
Clave - short wooden stick that make a clear sound