Why didn't classical music use drums?

In other words, martial music, the march, is the form that evolves into jazz and various pop forms familiar now. So, classical music didn't focus on percussion as a principle instrument like today's pop styles, because the style evolved from sacred vocal music rather than martial music.

1. What percussion is used in classical music?
2. Why is classical music not popular anymore?
3. Is classical music declining?

What percussion is used in classical music?

The most common percussion instruments in the orchestra include the timpani, xylophone, cymbals, triangle, snare drum, bass drum, tambourine, maracas, gongs, chimes, celesta, and piano.

Why is classical music not popular anymore?

The Slow Decline

The younger generation does not enjoy classical music. There are several reasons for this. Possibly because young people have never been exposed to such music as children, their parents also may not like classical music. ... It is thus not surprising that classical music is losing popularity fast.

Is classical music declining?

Classical music has been on a steady decline for decades and that decline is only worsening since the pandemic.