Drums
The very heartbeat of the percussion section, from the bass drum to the snare drum and the voices in between. If you're looking for information on membranophones then this is where to start! If the instrument you are looking for is a little more unusual, then try also Specialist Tuned and Miscellaneous.
There are many different types of bass drum ranging from the kit bass drum to the largest of the orchestral and recording drums. They are all used in differing ways. The bass drum and marching drums primarily add a pulse and depth to the music, whilst the larger drums are used as great affect for moments of drama within the music. Much has been written about the different styles, makes, sizes and specifics of the bass drum, but ultimately the bass drum is a large shell, with a membrane stretched across the diameter and put under tension with varying uses of bolts, wedges and ropes.
Repertoire
Stravinsky - The Rite of Spring
Orff - Carmina Burana
Translation
Italian - Gran cassa
French - Grosse caisse
German - Grosse trommel
Spanish - Bombo
