Timpani
Timpani are large kettle drums that can be tuned to specific pitches using a pedal mechanism. A standard set of four timpani covers the range from D2 to A2, with each drum tunable within a perfect fifth. They provide the foundation of the orchestral percussion section.
| Instrument family | Percussion |
| Clef | Bass |
| Concert pitch | Yes |
| Concert range | D2–A4 |
Playable Range
Comfortable range: D2–A4
Tune your Timpani
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