How to craft drums from animal hides and hollow logs
  • 1. What is the primary function of the animal hide in a drum?
A) Vibration and sound production
B) Waterproofing
C) Decoration
D) Structural support
  • 2. Which type of wood is generally NOT suitable for drum making?
A) Tropical woods like mahogany
B) Softwoods like pine
C) Fruitwoods like cherry
D) Hardwoods like oak
  • 3. What is 'seasoning' wood?
A) Applying a finish
B) Soaking the wood in water
C) Drying wood to reduce moisture
D) Adding flavor to the wood
  • 4. Which tool is essential for hollowing out a log for a drum?
A) Screwdriver
B) Pencil
C) Hammer
D) Adze
  • 5. What is the purpose of thinning the hide before mounting?
A) To make it more durable
B) To improve its appearance
C) To achieve a more resonant tone
D) To make it easier to stretch
  • 6. What is rawhide?
A) Tanned leather
B) Processed hide used for glue
C) Artificial leather
D) Untanned animal hide
  • 7. What is the 'wet-stretching' method?
A) Applying heat to stretch the hide
B) Stretching the hide after it dries
C) Stretching the hide while it's wet
D) Using weights to stretch the hide
  • 8. What is lacing used for?
A) Waterproofing the drum
B) Reinforcing the drum body
C) Securing the hide to the drum body
D) Decorating the drum
  • 9. Which material is commonly used for lacing?
A) Leather strips
B) Cotton string
C) Plastic rope
D) Metal wire
  • 10. What does 'tuning' a drum refer to?
A) Adjusting the tension of the hide
B) Applying a sealant
C) Polishing the drum's surface
D) Adding decorative elements
  • 11. How does tension affect the pitch of a drum?
A) Higher tension, lower pitch
B) Higher tension, higher pitch
C) Tension affects only the volume
D) Tension doesn't affect pitch
  • 12. What is a 'flesh hoop'?
A) A decorative ring on the drum.
B) A tool for scraping the hide.
C) A hoop used to secure the hide on frame drums.
D) A hoop made of animal flesh.
  • 13. Why is it important to remove the hair from the hide?
A) To prevent rot and improve sound
B) To prevent the hide from shrinking
C) For aesthetic reasons only
D) To make the hide easier to stretch
  • 14. What is a common method for removing hair from a hide?
A) Burning it off
B) Using sandpaper
C) Applying acid
D) Soaking in lime water
  • 15. What does 'hide thickness' influence?
A) The drum's tone and durability
B) The drum's weight only
C) The drum's appearance only
D) The drum's ease of play
  • 16. What is a 'counter hoop' used for?
A) To amplify the drum's sound.
B) To decorate the drum's base.
C) To apply even pressure across the hide.
D) To protect the drum from damage.
  • 17. Which knot is commonly used in drum lacing for its adjustability?
A) Granny knot
B) Overhand knot
C) Square knot
D) Taut-line hitch
  • 18. What type of finish is best for a drum shell?
A) Any glossy finish
B) Acrylic paint
C) Oil-based finish
D) Water-based paint
  • 19. What is the purpose of beeswax in drum making?
A) Softening the hide
B) Making the drum louder
C) Adding color to the hide
D) Sealing and protecting the wood
  • 20. Which animal hide is known for its durability?
A) Cow hide
B) Deer hide
C) Rabbit hide
D) Goat hide
  • 21. What is a 'beater' or 'mallet' used for?
A) Striking the drum
B) Decorating the drum
C) Tuning the drum
D) Polishing the drum
  • 22. What is the effect of a thicker drum shell?
A) Weaker tone
B) Higher, brighter tone
C) No effect on tone
D) Deeper, more resonant tone
  • 23. What is the purpose of adding small objects inside the drum shell?
A) To add weight to the drum
B) To dampen the drum's sound
C) To create a rattling sound
D) To increase the drum's volume
  • 24. Which of these is NOT a consideration when selecting a log for a drum?
A) The straightness of the grain
B) The diameter of the log
C) The absence of knots
D) The color of the bark
  • 25. What is the purpose of 'soaking' the hide?
A) To make it waterproof
B) To add color to it
C) To soften and hydrate it
D) To make it stiffer
  • 26. What does 'hide glue' do?
A) Lubricates parts of the drum.
B) Poisons the drum
C) Polishes the drum.
D) Adheres different parts of the drum together.
  • 27. Which of the following increases the life of your hide?
A) Keeping it dry when not in use.
B) Leaving it out in the sun.
C) Applying bleach.
D) Soaking it often.
  • 28. What is parchment?
A) A type of glue.
B) A thin, treated animal skin.
C) A type of drum.
D) A type of wood.
  • 29. What is hide thickness measured in?
A) Pounds.
B) Grams.
C) Ounces or millimeters.
D) Inches.
  • 30. What should you consider when selecting the location of the opening for the drum?
A) The color of the wood at that location.
B) The desired sound projection.
C) The availability of tools.
D) The ease of carving.
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