Timpani can deliver everything from quiet, suspenseful pulses to thunderous crescendos, shaping the rhythm and adding dramatic impact to an orchestral performance.

A few facts about the timpani: Timpani have roots in military music. Modern pedal timpani allow musicians to adjust pitch using a foot pedal. In the 18th century, Johann Christian Fischer composed a symphony that called for eight timpani. Follow along for more behind-the-music features from GSO and GYSO. /#Timpani #Percussionist #OrchestraLife #MusicEducation #OrchestralMusic