Timpani
noun
A large drum that can be tuned to play different notes, usually used in an orchestra.
The timpani added a dramatic effect to the orchestral performance.
Often appears as...
- play the timpani
- timpani solo
Usage tips
Musical
noun
A large drum that can be tuned to play different notes, usually used in an orchestra.
The timpani added a dramatic effect to the orchestral performance.
Often appears as...
- play the timpani
- timpani solo
Usage tips
Musical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Orchestral Instrument
Understand that 'timpani' are essential in symphonies and often indicate moments of importance or climax.
During the symphony's finale, the timpani's thunderous notes captivated the audience.
Pro Tip 2/3Tuneable Drums
Remember that unlike most drums, timpani can be precisely tuned to specific musical notes.
The musician tuned the timpani to a C note for the concert.
Pro Tip 3/3Distinctive Sound
Recognize the unique, deep, resonating sound of timpani which makes them stand out in orchestral music.
The piece featured a timpani roll that resonated through the concert hall.
Pro Tip 1/3Orchestral Instrument
Understand that 'timpani' are essential in symphonies and often indicate moments of importance or climax.
During the symphony's finale, the timpani's thunderous notes captivated the audience.
Pro Tip 2/3Tuneable Drums
Remember that unlike most drums, timpani can be precisely tuned to specific musical notes.
The musician tuned the timpani to a C note for the concert.
Pro Tip 3/3Distinctive Sound
Recognize the unique, deep, resonating sound of timpani which makes them stand out in orchestral music.
The piece featured a timpani roll that resonated through the concert hall.
Pro Tip 1/3Orchestral Instrument
Understand that 'timpani' are essential in symphonies and often indicate moments of importance or climax.
During the symphony's finale, the timpani's thunderous notes captivated the audience.
Pro Tip 2/3Tuneable Drums
Remember that unlike most drums, timpani can be precisely tuned to specific musical notes.
The musician tuned the timpani to a C note for the concert.
Pro Tip 3/3Distinctive Sound
Recognize the unique, deep, resonating sound of timpani which makes them stand out in orchestral music.
The piece featured a timpani roll that resonated through the concert hall.
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thinking about. And I remember when I was 12 years old, and I started playing timpani and percussion, and my teacher said,
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J. D. Souther
American Musician
I had a jazz trio, a rock n' roll band, and I played drums in junior high, high school, college, big bands, and I played timpani in the symphony. I am a drummer. It's the one instrument I actually play pretty well. It's just hard to carry on your back.
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Jerry Leiber
American Musician
And there's always one special element. In 'There Goes My Baby,' it's the out-of-tune timpani. 'Stand by Me,' it's the bass pattern. Of course, all the elements come together to make a great record. But there's always one standout.
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Suzy Bogguss
American Musician
I played in the percussion section 4th grade through high school - snare and timpani mostly.
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Yasmin Aga Khan
American Celebrity
When I went to university, I was a music major. Timpani was my specialty, and voice.
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J. D. Souther
American Musician
I had a jazz trio, a rock n' roll band, and I played drums in junior high, high school, college, big bands, and I played timpani in the symphony. I am a drummer. It's the one instrument I actually play pretty well. It's just hard to carry on your back.
Quote examples
Jerry Leiber
American Musician
And there's always one special element. In 'There Goes My Baby,' it's the out-of-tune timpani. 'Stand by Me,' it's the bass pattern. Of course, all the elements come together to make a great record. But there's always one standout.
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Suzy Bogguss
American Musician
I played in the percussion section 4th grade through high school - snare and timpani mostly.
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Yasmin Aga Khan
American Celebrity
When I went to university, I was a music major. Timpani was my specialty, and voice.
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