A cymbal (circular brass plate measuring from 16 to 22 inches
across) that is suspended on a stand and is struck with drum
sticks, brushes, or more often, mallets. The suspened cymbal is
typically used in a symphony orchestra, symphonic band, concert
band, brass band, and other large instrumental ensembles to
provide a musical effect that creates tension in a composition.
The suspened cymbal can also be used to keep a rhythmic pulse of
the composition or provide percussive accents in a composition.
See also cymbal; crash cymbals; ride cymbal; hi-hat; sizzle
cymbal; splash cymbal. More about instruments | Dictionary Home
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