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percussion

[per-kuhsh-uhn] / pərˈkʌʃ ən /


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Although technically written in 4/4 time, the piano and percussion play eighth-note triplets throughout, creating a soothing, hypnotic effect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Fleshwater’s crystalline guitar leads and tidal currents of noise hit so much harder for the revving percussion, which moves with the dexterity of metal and hardcore.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The percussion pounds like nobody’s business, opening the score up to all the implied emotion and glitter on an over-stuffed stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

As a passionate bandleader, Sahad was not just on vocals but also guitar and percussion.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Guitars and percussion that mingled with cheery giggles and feet stomping.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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