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212.222Sets of barrel-shaped rattle drums   Link to MIMO collections

Definition

  • Sets of drums with barrel-shaped bodies, where the diameter is larger at the middle than at the ends. Each drum body is enclosed by a tightly stretched membrane at either end. The membranes are indirectly struck by pendant or enclosed pellets, or similar objects, when the drum is shaken. (en)

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  • 212.222

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http://www.mimo-db.eu/HornbostelAndSachs/5587

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