membranophone

[US]/[ˈmembrənəfəʊn]/
[UK]/[ˈmembrənəˌfoʊn]/

Translation

n.a musical instrument in which a stretched membrane vibrates to produce sound; a member of the membranophone class of musical instruments

Phrases & Collocations

playing membranophones

membranophone music

analyzing membranophones

a membranophone sound

building membranophones

classifying membranophones

studying membranophones

hearing membranophones

ancient membranophones

unique membranophones

Example Sentences

the ethnomusicology class studied membranophones, including drums and various idiophones.

he meticulously researched the history of membranophones in west african cultures.

the museum displayed a fascinating collection of membranophones from around the world.

the band's signature sound relied heavily on the resonant tones of their membranophones.

she expertly played a complex rhythm on the membranophone, captivating the audience.

the construction of a traditional membranophone requires skilled craftsmanship and specific materials.

the sound of the membranophone added a powerful and primal element to the music.

the percussion section featured a diverse range of membranophones, from timpani to frame drums.

analyzing the acoustic properties of membranophones can reveal cultural significance.

the orchestra incorporated a unique membranophone solo into the final movement.

he compared the construction techniques of membranophones across different continents.

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