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percussion

noun as in drumming

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Abi Burton, whose game time has been similarly limited, purchased a drum which has expanded into a full percussion support section.

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But I came across her when I was probably around 13 or 14, when she had a documentary on the TV about her teaching percussion to another Deaf student of hers.

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Still, the first orchestral sounds that emanated from the Dudamel designated directorship turned out to be barely heard, while not silent, percussion stirrings.

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Best of all is Allergy – whose flitting percussion adds a casual swagger to Salieu's story of becoming "allergic to the bad vibes" after turning to scripture.

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A 12-piece band of brass, woodwind and percussion instruments provided a musical backdrop in the church patio.

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