How do you make a talking drum talk?
Crush the side of it while playing
What is an Apito?
A whistle used to signal the band
What two temples used taiko drumming in their rituals?
Shinto and Buddhist
What is the name of the Samba percussion section?
Bateria
What is the modern name for Taiko?
Kumi-daiko
Where do children usually learn taiko in Japan?
School or community groups
How many countries are there in Africa
54
Who plays the Repinique in a Bateria?
The leader
What language do they speak in Brazil?
Portuguese
What three sounds can the Djembe make?
Bass, tone, and slap
Where is Taiko drumming from?
Japan
How many different tones does the Gankogui Bell have?
2 - one high and one low
What type of drum is the Caixa (cash-ah)?
Snare drum
What country is samba music from?
Brazil
What two sounds can the surdo drum make?
open and closed
Where did the Djembe originate?
The Mali Empire
What type of instrument does the Balafon resemble?
The wooden xylophone
What is a traditional shekere made from?
A dried out gourd
What is a chocalho?
A shaker made of bells
How many Dunduns are in the family?
3
How is taiko different than most other drumming?
You use your whole body
How many keys are on the Balafon
16-27
What is a slit drum made of?
Wood or Bamboo