Types Of Drums ... The common way of classifying drums into different types of drums is by their shape. Most drums fall into the following categories cylindrical, barrel, conga, waisted, goblet, or bowl...
History Of Drums ... Drums consist of a hollowed out piece (called the body), a covering extended over the end of the drum, and tuning keys or pegs which stiffens or loosens the membrane to achieve different tones... Inside caves in Peru several wall markings were found which show the use of drums in various aspects of communal life...
Can You Play The Drums? ... When I was a child, all I wanted from life was to be able to play every instrument under the sun. Pretty lofty goal, right? I spent a couple decades learning numerous instruments, a couple I mastered; with many of the instruments I considered myself an average player, but that was ok – at least I could do it! Years went by, I kept learning new instruments, and I was very proud of myself....
Drums And Worship: The Rhythm Of Religion ... It would be impossible to give examples of all the different religious applications to which drums have been put... There are many different celebrations that are held at these shrines throughout the year, and traditional Japanese drums called taiko are often used during such celebrations... Taiko drums are capable of creating tremendous sounds, and the rumbling notes of these drums have long been associated with the gods...
The Benefit Of Teaching Others To Play Drums ... You might say, "Yeah, but I don't know enough, or play well enough to teach." You know more than someone who's never picked up a pair of drumsticks! You never want to pass up an opportunity to teach someone else how to play drums, or even show them a cool groove or fill. Not only will you be robbing them, but you will also be robbing yourself....