Jargon Busters

Jargon Buster: Drums and Percussion

Do you find all the terminology associated with various musical equipment and processes confusing? Hopefully the following will help you understand some of the commonly used jargon.

Accent:Emphasis placed on a particular note that gives it more stress than the others.

Acoustic Drums: Drums that are void of electronic components. Usually made of wood or synthetic material only. And electronic drums are void of acoustic drums.