Kettle drums which are also known as the Timpani are musical instruments of the percussion family that consist of a skin stretched over a large bowl made of copper. Played by striking the head with timpani stick, they are said to evolve from the military drums to be used in several classical orchestra in the 18th century. Ludwig van Beethoven is said to have revolutionized the timpani music in the later stages of the 18th century by writing different notes and giving prominence to the instrument. Kettle Drums is said to have inspired several rock and roll music adopted by the Queen, Led Zepplin and the Beatles.
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