Learn basic techniques for playing the Timpani
Timpani or kettledrums are musical instruments in the percussion family. A type of drum categorized as a semi-spherical drum, they consist of a membrane called a head stretched over a large bowl traditionally made of copper. Timpani are typically used in an orchestral setting. In this lesson, we will discuss:
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Mallet Grip Technique
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Producing good sound from the Timpani drums
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Dynamic Control
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Rolls
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Switching between drums
