Tyler is in the middle school band and plays percussion. We went to a Spring Concert the other night and as we walked in the door they were taking some group photos so I took the opportunity and took some myself!
Most people understand that percussion has to do with musical instruments, such as drums. However, it may surprise many persons to find out that percussion goes beyond what they may think of as percussion instruments. In reality, percussion relates to any type of musical instrument that is used to produces sounds through means of striking, sharking, scraping or plucking the instrument.
When most people think of a percussion instrument, drums come to mind. This is because drums are often used to help maintain and accentuate the beat of a melody. Whether a set of bongo drums, a snare drum, or a full set of drums, the effect of percussion is created by striking the drum heads with either drumsticks, drum brushes, or with the fingertips.
Along with drums, many people recognize cymbals as being sources of percussion. Cymbals may be used as a separate instrument, or as part of a drum set. Typically, cymbals are also used to help accentuate portions of the melody, sometimes adding a dramatic effect to the performance. When played in an orchestra or marching band, cymbals usually are placed at the rear of the procession.
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