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it's a African drum, it unique because they have been made from pottery
metal and even turtle, and also calf skin
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How many kettle drums are there in an orchestra?
There are usually four kettle drums in an orchestra
What is another name for timpani?
kettle drums
What are kettle drums called in an orchestra?
A kettle drum is called a timpani
What are kettles drums also known as and what is unique abut these drums?
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.
Does timpani have double reeds?
Timpani are also known as kettle drums and are, well... drums. They don't have reeds of any kind.
How many kettle drums are there in an orchestra?
There are usually four kettle drums in an orchestra
What is another name for timpani?
kettle drums
How many drums are there in an orchestra?
There are usually four kettle drums in an orchestra
What is a kettle drummer?
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.
What is another for a kettle drum?
A timpani is the word used to describe kettle drums.
What are kettle drums called in an orchestra?
A kettle drum is called a timpani
What are kettles drums also known as and what is unique abut these drums?
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.
Does timpani have double reeds?
Timpani are also known as kettle drums and are, well... drums. They don't have reeds of any kind.
What is a drum that can change pitch?
All drums can change pitch, but you're most likely thinking of Timpani, or Kettle Drums.
Are drums in classical music?
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.
Which type of drum is pitched?
Quite a few actually: Timpani (Kettle Drums), Toms, Marching Bass Drums, Tenor drums (quints, quads, scottish tenor,etc.), Even snare drums can be pitched.
How many kettle drums might appear in a orchestra?
A full set usually consists of four drums (occasionally five), all played by one percussionist.
