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Full Definition of TIMPANI. : a set of two or more kettledrums played by one performer in an orchestra or band.ull Definition of TIMPANI. : a set of two or more kettledrums played by one performer in an orchestra or band.
Summary. Timpani came in to military use in 15th century Europe and became part of the orchestra by the 17th Century. The orchestra originally had two timpani made of copper with calfskin drum heads. Modern orchestras use four timpani commonly made of fiberglass with plastic drum heads.