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