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Drums (membranophones)

Scope note

Membranophones with a resonating cavity covered at one or both ends by a membrane which is sounded by striking, rubbing, or plucking.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300041729

Broader Terms used

membranophones

Equivalent Terms used

drum (membranophone)

Created

13yrs ago

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