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