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