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A '''drum''' is a musical [[percussion instrument]], consisting of a [[membrane]] which is usually stretched taut over a cylindrical tube that is open at the other end. The membrane is struck, either with the hand or some other object like a [[drumstick]], and the tube forms a resonating chamber for the resulting sound. A [[drummer]] is a person who plays the drums. | A '''drum''' is a musical [[percussion instrument]], consisting of a [[membrane]] which is usually stretched taut over a cylindrical tube that is open at the other end. The membrane is struck, either with the hand or some other object like a [[drumstick]], and the tube forms a resonating chamber for the resulting sound. A [[drummer]] is a person who plays the drums. | ||
In most | In most popular music and [[jazz]], ''drums'' or ''drummer'' usually refer to a [[drum kit]]. | ||
In the past, drums were used as a means of [[communication]]. | In the past, drums were used as a means of [[communication]].[[Category:Suggestion Bot Tag]] | ||
Latest revision as of 12:05, 17 September 2024
A drum is a musical percussion instrument, consisting of a membrane which is usually stretched taut over a cylindrical tube that is open at the other end. The membrane is struck, either with the hand or some other object like a drumstick, and the tube forms a resonating chamber for the resulting sound. A drummer is a person who plays the drums.
In most popular music and jazz, drums or drummer usually refer to a drum kit.
In the past, drums were used as a means of communication.