The Difference Between Chinese Drums and Big Drums

The difference between Chinese drums and big drums lies in the difference in shape, different ways of pronunciation and different occasions of use. The difference between Chinese drums and big drums:

1, modeling differences: Chinese drums are usually smaller, the diameter is generally about 30-40 centimeters, shaped like a disk, by the drum membrane, drum shells and drum sticks; while the big drums are more huge, the diameter of up to 1-2 meters, cylindrical, by the drum membrane, the two shells and drums composed of frame.

2, different ways of pronouncing: Chinese drums pronounce bright, crisp, high-pitched sound; while the big drums are low and powerful sound, in the process of striking the vibration effect will be produced, with a strong penetrating power.

3, the use of different occasions: Chinese drums are usually used in folk festivals, weddings and celebrations and other occasions; and drums are mostly used in Peking Opera, Kunqu Opera, Henan Bangkok and other traditional Chinese opera performances, to play the role of auxiliary singing, percussion rhythm.