The document discusses the strange fact that percussion instruments were the last ones to be introduced in the orchestra. It traces the history of the use of timpani, triangle, cymbals, bass drum, snare drums, tambourines etc.

Percussive Arts Society
127 E. Michigan St. #600
Indianapolis, IN 46204
T: (317) 974-4488
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Percussive Arts Society
127 E. Michigan St. #600
Indianapolis, IN 46204
T: (317) 974-4488
F: (317) 974-4499
E: percarts@pas.org

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127 E. Michigan St. #600
Indianapolis, IN 46204
T: (317) 974-4488
F: (317) 974-4499
E: percarts@pas.org


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