Doumbek drum is a goblet shaped drum which is mainly used in Middle
Eastern countries. This hand drum can be made from wood, clay or
metal. The metal drums used nowadays are made of either copper or
aluminum. The mystical sound of a Doumbek greatly differs from anyother
hand drum.
A good sense of rhythm and timing is required to master the
techniques of playing a Doumbek drum. You have to learn to play the
correct beat along with the correct note. Initially you should learn the
simple techniques and then hone your skills for advanced drumming.
Doumbek Basic Sound
Mainly three basic sounds can be created with a Doumbek drum. They
are Tek, Doum and Ka. To produce the Tek sound, you need to use
tips of your fingers. You may be required to use one or two fingers at a
time to produce this sound. The sound would come out perfectly when
it resonates across the drum head.
To produce the Doum sound, you need to use your four fingers. You
should try to create a resonating tone while hitting the drumhead. To
produce the perfect Doum sound on your Doumbek, try to pull your
fingers as soon as possible during drumming.
The Ka sound on a Doumbek drum resembles the Tek sound. But it is
produced using the opposite hand. While striking the Doumbek drum
for the Ka sound you can also hit its shell. Generally a beginner finds it
difficult to master this sound on a Doumbek. For this you need to learn
to properly angle your arm across the Doumbek to create this sound.
As you master the average beats on a Doumbek, you can also learn
the different techniques to use rolls, slaps and snaps on this musical
instrument. While learning different advance techniques of playing a
Doumbek, you can also try out the alternative beats.
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