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Percussion instrument
/pəkˈʌʃən ˈɪnstɹəmənt/
/pɚkˈʌʃən ˈɪnstɹəmənt/Percussion instrument
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any musical instrument such as cymbals, timpani or bass drum that is played by being hit or scraped by a beater
What is a "percussion instrument"?
A percussion instrument is a type of musical instrument that produces sound by being struck, shaken, or tapped. Examples include drums, cymbals, tambourines, and maracas. These instruments generate sound through vibration, typically involving direct physical impact or movement, and are used to create rhythm, texture, and accents in music.
percussion instrument
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Example
They incorporated traditional African percussion instruments into their music for a unique sound.
The children had fun learning to play different percussion instruments during the music workshop.
