it's a African drum, it unique because they have been made from pottery
metal and even turtle, and also calf skin
There are usually four kettle drums in an orchestra
kettle drums
A kettle drum is called a timpani
Kettle drums are so called due to them having a large metal bowl shaped shell they are similar to Timpani drums used in the orchestra, having a large drum skin/head can have a deep tone depending on tuning. Kettle drums initially where used by drummers on horse back with images dating back to ancient times. As to regards of uniqueness if used in the traditional way they are one of the few drums played while on horseback.
Timpani are also known as kettle drums and are, well... drums. They don't have reeds of any kind.
There are usually four kettle drums in an orchestra
kettle drums
There are usually four kettle drums in an orchestra
Kettle Drums, or Timpani, are large drums that are named for their shape, which looks like a large copper kettle. A set of these drums would be more than one often in differing sizes. Kettle Drums are used in different musical applications such as: Bands, Orcestras, and Percussion ensambles. Kettle Drums are also one type of drum that can be tuned to a particular note for use during a song. A percussionist changes the note by maniplating a foot pettle which in turn tightens or loosens the head depending on the direction the percussionist need to go.
A timpani is the word used to describe kettle drums.
A kettle drum is called a timpani
Kettle drums are so called due to them having a large metal bowl shaped shell they are similar to Timpani drums used in the orchestra, having a large drum skin/head can have a deep tone depending on tuning. Kettle drums initially where used by drummers on horse back with images dating back to ancient times. As to regards of uniqueness if used in the traditional way they are one of the few drums played while on horseback.
Timpani are also known as kettle drums and are, well... drums. They don't have reeds of any kind.
All drums can change pitch, but you're most likely thinking of Timpani, or Kettle Drums.
Yes, drums are used in classical music. There are several kinds of drums musicians use. For examples, they use kettle drums, snare drums, bass drum (only one), and cymbals.
Quite a few actually: Timpani (Kettle Drums), Toms, Marching Bass Drums, Tenor drums (quints, quads, scottish tenor,etc.), Even snare drums can be pitched.
A full set usually consists of four drums (occasionally five), all played by one percussionist.