Topmusicanswers
- What are the notes for timpani?
- What is the proper beating spot on timpani?
- How do I know which timpani to use?
- How do you play or use timpani?
What are the notes for timpani?
In the majority of musical situations you will end up playing most of your timpani parts on these two drums. The range of the 29” drum can go from F up to D and the 26” drum can go from Bb to F#. With these pitches available you'll be able to play most two drum timpani parts.
What is the proper beating spot on timpani?
The best spot or “The Playing Spot” as it is referred is about 3 inches in from the edge of the bowl and directly in front of the player. You need to play with both of your mallets in the same area to avoid sounding as if you were playing on two different drums.
How do I know which timpani to use?
How do I know which drum should be on the right? The smallest drum should be on the right, and drum size should increase as you move to the left. Timpani are characterized by a large bowl underside and a booming sound when played.
How do you play or use timpani?
Most modern timpani are pedal timpani and can be tuned quickly and accurately to specific pitches by skilled players through the use of a movable foot-pedal. They are played by striking the head with a specialized drum stick called a timpani stick or timpani mallet.
