Conga drums originated in Cuba as did the conga dance, drums used by African tribes though were usually hollowed out logs and were used for religeous ceremonies and for communication over long...
They were used to communicate over long distances. A different rhythm was used to symbolize a different item. They were also used in song and dance to reflect their spiritual beliefs.
Drums serve many different purposes all around the world. They are used in music, communications, traditions, and rituals and they are symbolic and/or sacred in many cultures.
It is speculated that the native Americans crossed a land bridge over the Bering Strait 15,000 to 30,000 years ago, entering the Americas. However, this is not completely proven. Polynesians may have...
Here are some examples:
-You have to use drumsticks on a drum if you are playing a snare drum, woodblock, cowbell, or timbales.
-You have to use a bass drum stick if you are playing a bass...