|
|
|
|
|
PandeiroThe pandeiro (pronounced: pan-DEH-ruh), similar to the Tambourine, is a small, hand-held Brazilian percussion instrument. It consists of a round wooden frame, with six pairs of metal discs fit along the sides, and an animal skin or nylon head. The most important distinction between a pandeiro and a tambourine is that the tension of the head on the pandeiro can be tuned. It is held in one hand, and struck on the head by the other hand to produce the sound. Typical pandeiro patterns are played by alternating the thumb, fingertips, heel, and palm of the hand. A pandeiro can also be shaken to make sound, or one can run a finger along the head to create a "rasp" noise. The pandeiro is used in a number of Brazilian music forms, such as Samba, Choro, and Capoeira music (see Capoeira songs).
|
 |
|
| Copyright 2005-2009 OnPedia.com. All Rights Reserved |
|
|