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There are many kinds of drums. Sometimes groupings of them are assembled into drum kits, allowing the player access to several at once. These kits may also be augmented with other percussion instruments, especially [[cymbal]]s. | There are many kinds of drums. Sometimes groupings of them are assembled into drum kits, allowing the player access to several at once. These kits may also be augmented with other percussion instruments, especially [[cymbal]]s. | ||
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| + | Unfortunately, drum circles may attract hippies. Since hippies are usually unclean and smell bad, it is advisable to stay away from drum circles. | ||
====Drums usually used in small combos==== | ====Drums usually used in small combos==== | ||
Revision as of 02:44, September 14, 2007
Drums are a kind of musical instrument in the percussion group.
They are usually used for timekeeping, and to create a distinctive beat or rhythm for a piece of music, although they can be played melodically by a sufficiently skilled player. Drums are played by hitting them, either with sticks, a mallet, or the player's hands.
There are many kinds of drums. Sometimes groupings of them are assembled into drum kits, allowing the player access to several at once. These kits may also be augmented with other percussion instruments, especially cymbals.
Unfortunately, drum circles may attract hippies. Since hippies are usually unclean and smell bad, it is advisable to stay away from drum circles.
Drums usually used in small combos
- Kick
- Snare
- Toms (usually two or three at different pitches)
Drums commonly found in orchestra or marching band settings
- Bass
- Kettledrum
- Timpani
Other types
- Tabla
- Talking drum
- Djembe
- Steel
- Bongo
- Bucket (an improvised, "found" instrument)