Crash cymbals are percussion instruments used for emphasis in music. The size, material, and thickness affect their sound. Cymbals originate from Europe, particularly from France, Germany, and Turkey. They are...
While snare and bass drums make up the biggest, and most noticeable, parts of a drum set, there are some other very important musical components that help to contribute to the sound of a drum set. Crash, ride,...
Cymbals are percussion instruments that manufacturers make from cymbal alloy. They are round, and players attach them to raised stands. When playing the cymbals, musicians will strike them with a drumstick or...
As a prominent percussion instrument, cymbals provide the rhythm for orchestras and bands. Moreover, they are responsible for producing accent sounds during a performance while helping other performers stay on...
Percussionists rely on their drum kit s cymbals to create loud special effects in the music they play. Band musicians and orchestra players use different types of cymbals. Musicians calculate cymbal size by...
Who doesn't want to be a rock star? If not a rock star how many of you have looked at a band and secretly wished you were part of it? Well, it’s not too late to make that secret wish come true, and nothing can...
Go to the hardware store a pick a can of Bar Keepers Friend. Cost around $2.00 and a can will last for a couple years.Use as directed and your cymbals will shine. Word of advice: A little goes along way. Use a...
It's quite simple. The negative effects of a good crack on a cymbal can be almost eliminated, the sound quality will greatly improve, and the life of the cymbal will be extended with this simple process. If...
A Keyhole happens in a cymbal when the cymbal stand does not have a protector on the metal. The cymbal rubs against the cymbal post and over time starts to cut a channel into the cymbal. It looks very similar...
Zildjian cymbal cleaning : Getting past the confusion. I've been playing drums professionally for over 40 years now and I've played a huge variety of styles requiring a lot of different sounds coming from my...
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