Drums
are found in almost every culture in the world, and they serve many
different roles. Drums are an important part of many sacred traditions
and rituals. In parts of Africa, special drums are believed to protect
tribal royalty. In Central Asia and North America, drums are used in
shaman rituals. Drums are also used as a method of communication in
many cultures. The “talking drums” of Africa are
used to transmit messages over many miles. Similarly, the snare drum
has been used in European military regiments to issue commands to
soldiers. Drums are used musically in almost every culture, from
Islamic classical music to American hip-hop.
