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211.21Cylindrical drums   Link to MIMO collections

Definition

  • Drums with tubular bodies that have essentially the same diameter at the middle and the ends; whether or not the ends taper slightly or have projecting discs, is immaterial. Tightly stretched membranes enclose one or both ends, and are directly struck by the player using the hands or intermediate devices such as sticks. (en)

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  • 211.21

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http://www.mimo-db.eu/HornbostelAndSachs/101

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