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Musical instruments played by striking with the hand or with a hand-held or pedal-operated stick or beater, by shaking, or by rubbing.

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What techniques can be used to get a bigger, more resonant orchestral bass drum sound?

Do you want more ring or oomph? If you want more dark, deep, resonant, legato, ringing sounds. Make sure you're just off center (just 1-2 inches from center). Use a softer, larger beater. Use a glanc …
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How quickly can a [skilled, professional] percussionist switch between tam-tam and bass drum?

Just a measley college freshman, but I think in this very specific instance that this would be perfectly OK. I've played parts doing this in much worst circumstances. My only concern would be what is/ …
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