percussion instrument
noun
: a musical instrument (such as a drum, xylophone, or maraca) sounded by striking, shaking, or scraping
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Many places even supply costumes and hand percussion instruments.
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Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026
The session helps participants alleviate anxiety and promotes a deep sense of healing relaxation through a variety of percussion instruments.
—Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
During this period members of the community gather at the home of the deceased, where women typically lead the singing and play percussion instruments such as drums and maracas.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
Paul teaches guitar and cajon (a Peruvian percussion instrument) at Decatur’s Frank Hamilton School of music and gigs with groups such as Evan Stepp & the Piners.
—Dustin Timbrook, AJC.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026
The session helps participants alleviate anxiety and promotes a deep sense of healing relaxation through a variety of percussion instruments.
—Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
During this period members of the community gather at the home of the deceased, where women typically lead the singing and play percussion instruments such as drums and maracas.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
Paul teaches guitar and cajon (a Peruvian percussion instrument) at Decatur’s Frank Hamilton School of music and gigs with groups such as Evan Stepp & the Piners.
—Dustin Timbrook, AJC.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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“Percussion instrument.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/percussion%20instrument. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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