Percussion

A xylophone is a percussion instrument made of wood, metal, or plastic bars which are arranged and tuned just like the keys of the piano. They are very simple to play (but challenging to master) so they make great toys for kids to introduce them to musical instruments. We've...

There are so many famous drummers, so narrowing down to ten was not the easiest task. However, the listed drummers make it to the list for different reasons, from famous black drummers, famous female drummers to famous jazz drummers. 1. John Bonham

From far away, it looks a little like a cheese grater. When you get closer, it looks like a dough embossing roller. What could it be? You're looking at a cabasa instrument, an idiophone with a wooden handle, a stainless steel cylinder, and steel beads. 

Drummers are often the backdrop for most orchestras and bands. In many of them, vocalists and guitarists among others take the spotlight and many times steal the show. On occasion, drums take the center stage of a piece. They then put on a show reminding us that...

Learning a musical instrument can be one of the most rewarding things you take. No matter what instrument you choose, there are always challenging parts to master any instrument. However, some instruments are harder to learn than others. 10 - Trumpet

There are so many amazing drummers throughout time, so narrowing it down to ten was not the easiest task. Using a ton of research data from polls, online lists, and Spotify playlists, here are the top drummers. 1. John "Bonzo" Bonham

Latin Americans use an ensemble of percussion instruments to produce some of the best upbeat rhythms and musical patterns. And the güiro instrument is one of them. In this article, you'll discover what a guiro is, how it sounds, and more.  What Is a Guiro...

While many musicians view drum solos as an opportunity to take a break and grab a drink, true drumming enthusiasts know those epic drum solos are intense, impressive, and unforgettable. This article will highlight a list of some of the best drum solos of all time:

Despite their deceptively simple appearance, membranophones are part of a vast and complicated world of musical instruments. And with that, let's take a look at a membranophone instruments list, and find out if all percussion instruments are a membranophone.  What Is a Membranophone Instrument?

Learning a musical instrument can be one of the most rewarding things you take. No matter what instrument you choose, there are always challenging parts to master any instrument. 10. Trumpet Like the violin...