Khan Academy Static

This large family, including timpani, drums, cymbals, xylophones, gongs, bells, and rattles, is comprised of musical instruments played by striking with the hand or with a stick or beater, or by shaking or rubbing. The All-Star Orchestra percussion section demonstrates the remarkable variety of sounds that can be produced. Also included in this group are orchestral keyboard instruments like the piano and celesta.

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