Guide to Snare Drum

Drum kit snare drum

A snare drum, also known as a side drum, is a percussion instrument with a sharp staccato sound when struck using a drum stick. Snare drums are often used in concert bands, parades, orchestras, marching bands, drumlines, drum corps, and so much more. In this article, we are going to learn more … Read more

Guide to the Taiko

A photo of the Taiko drum

The taiko is a Japanese percussion instrument that has contributed to and influenced the musical styles of Japanese music. There are different sizes of taikos. The sizes range from the size of a snare drum to the size of a car. However, the most commonly used taiko was the ‘chu-daiko,’ which is … Read more

Guide to Dabakan

A photo of the single-headed dabakan drum

The dabakan is a percussion instrument that originated in the Philippines. It is a single-headed drum that is usually played along with the other instruments in the kulintang ensemble. Interestingly, the dabakan is the only non-gong instrument among the five main instruments in the ensemble. According to history, the name dabakan originated … Read more

Guide to Batá drum

A photo of the Batá drum

Throughout the world, several types of drums had been created and were commonly used in religious ceremonies. One of these drums is the Batá drum. In its introduction in the 1820s, southwestern Nigerian people perceived this drum as an essential part of their culture. A Batá drum is an hourglass-shaped percussion instrument … Read more

Guide to Drum Machine

A photo of a drum machine

The drum machine is an electricdevice that has the ability to imitate  sounds, beats, and patterns of a percussion instrument. It can also produce unique sounds, including synthesized electronic sounds. As well as that, this modern drum machine allows the user to create their own beat pattern and rhythm. In fact, this … Read more

Guide to Drums

red drums

No band can do without a drummer. A drummer is the heartbeat of any band who takes up the audience on their feet and ends the show with a piece that leaves the listeners banging their heads. If you have a knack of music and drumming is your call then it is … Read more