Percussion musical instruments date from the beginning of
the human species. The primitive people were the ones who discovered the rhythm
and began to use primitive drums for various rituals, for communication but
also for fun.
The are some unique instruments:
Djembes
Djembe is the most known and used type of percussion instrument.
It is native to central-west Africa. Djembes are cup-shaped and most are carved
from a single piece of wood (although nowadays there are also composite
material djembes on the market).
Conga
Conga drums have their roots in African culture, but they
have grown a lot popularity in Latin America – under the influence of the
synthesis between African and Spanish cultures. Conga drum are usually used in
pairs and placed on the same support. These are quite tall drums – rounded in
the middle and narrower at the top and bottom – like a cut cigar.
Cajon
Cajon is a Latin American percussion instrument that has
been enjoying a growing popularity lately. Cajon translated from Spanish means
box or coffin. In fact, it is a box with an open portion inside, where there
are a few strings. A Cajon is played using the hands. Its sound depends not
only on the tuning of the strings but also on the place and power of the
drummer`s hand. This instrument can mimic different sounds of different
percussion instruments.
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