Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Drum Inquiry

We have been able to choose our own drums this week and research them in our reading time. Have a look at some of the things we found out. 

Ayla’s Drum research:


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What is its name?
This is a Bongo drum.


What are its special features?
This drum’s special feature is that it is an open pair.
It is like there are two drums in one.


Where does this drum come from?
This drum comes from Cuba.


When would this drum be used?
This drum would be used in festivals,
maybe in the moon festivals or food festivals.

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Maddox’s Drum Research:

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What is its name?
This drum is called a caixa.

What are its special features?
It is made of wood and metal or acrylic.

Where does this drum come from?
Caixa de guerra is a latin American snare drum.

When would this drum be used?
It is a very popular drum for bands, parades and rock concerts.

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Breanna’s Drum Research:
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What is its name?
This drum is a bendir.

What are its special features?
The bendir is quite similar to a tambourine. It is big and it looks like vase.

Where does this drum come from?
It comes from North Africa.

When would this drum be used?

This drum would be used in special Sufi ceremonies.



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