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Brief introduction to various types of percussion instruments, what they are made of, what they sound like, and how they are played. Childhood is a great time for exploring the world's sights and sounds-and for developing a lifelong interest in music! Our Music Makers series features easy-to-read text and colorful, well-chosen photos that provide a kid-friendly introduction to some of their favorite instruments. A table of contents, informative captions,...

"Describes various percussion instruments from around the world, including current drum kits, orchestral instruments such as the xylophone, and more traditional drums from Africa and Asia"--Provided by publisher.

Describes nineteen percussion instruments from around the world including the timpani, glockenspiel, claves, and temple blocks.

Describes various types of percussion instruments--including different drums, xylophones, cymbals, and shakers--discussing how they are played and their use in music around the world.

An introduction to percussion instruments and the use of the rhythmic sounds they produce.

Introduces percussion intruments, how they are made, and the sound they produce.

Become a different drummer

Drumming is natural to all of us—after all, it mimics the regular beat of our hearts. But some of us want to go further and really lay down a big beat. And no wonder—whether you want to become the powerful backbone of a band or just learn how to play a hand drum for pleasure, drumming is a lot of fun. Oh, and it's scientifically proven to make you smarter. Bonus: healthier!

Drums For Dummies gets you

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