The Suspended Cymbal
The history of cymbals is one of the oldest and most interesting of all musical instruments, dating at least to the time of the Roman Empire. Modern cymbals are made in a wide variety of sizes and sound designs. The suspended cymbal is played with a variety of sticks, mallets, and beaters, each selected to produce a particular musical effect.
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For a brilliant splash of sound:
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Strike the edge of the cymbal with the shoulder of a drum stick.
Note: For a less brilliant sound, strike the surface of the cymbal near the edge with a yarn mallet or the tip of a drum stick.
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To produce a roll on the suspended cymbal:
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Strike the surface of the cymbal near the edges with alternating and moderately slow strokes of a pair of soft to medium-hard yarn mallets.
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For special effects:
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Strike the crown of the cymbal with a drum stick.
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Draw a metal triangle beater quickly across the surface of the cymbal.
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To Stop the Vibration of the Suspended Cymbal:
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E.
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Grasp the edge of the vibrating cymbal between the fingers and thumb of one or both hands.
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