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Table Lamps: Choosing Them and Using Them
The go-to portable lighting option for most, table lamps can work wonders for any corner of the home. Besides being a great way to make a fashion statement, table lamps also add valuable task lighting anywhere you need it. Because a nice piece can provide a lovely focal point in the room for years, you’ll never regret investing in a high-quality design.
With so many beautiful options available today, how do you choose? Consider the following factors when choosing and placing a table lamp in your home.
The Tar Frame Drum – A Brief History and Review of the Latest Models From Remo
The frame drum has a long history. It is one of the earliest types of instruments played in the World. By definition, a frame drum is any type of drum where the diameter of the head is greater than the depth of the body of the drum itself. While most have a round frame upon which the hide is stretched, there are some types that date far back that are rectangular in shape. Many cultures used the frame drum in religious rituals. There is a rich tradition of women being involved in the playing of these drums.
The Tar, like most frame drums, is traditionally played in the standing, or upright position. One rests the drum vertically on the left, or less dominate hand, with the left thumb lightly gripping the frame at the bottom, but allowing the fourth finger to come around and strike the edge of the head, producing the sharper “tek” tone. The thumb of the right hand rests at about 3 o’clock in about the middle of the right edge of the frame, and acts as a type of pivot allowing the rest of the right hand to swing around and strike the deeper “doum” tones nearer the middle of the drum. The fourth finger of the right hand is also used to strike the edge of the head, producing another sharp and ringing “tek” tone. Another tone is called the “pa” or “ka” tone, which is when one uses the fingertips of the right hand to mute the skin or head of the drum. This stops the vibration of the skin, producing a muted tone. These different strikes/tones are used in different combinations to produce the desired patterns and rhythms. In the Middle East, the most common rhythms are the Maqsuum and Baladii. They are the backbone of that regions music, and are commonly used with belly dancing as well. The Tar originates more from North Africa, and while the style of playing is similar, the traditional beat patterns can vary. There also tends to be more embellishment involved with Tar playing, utilizing more of the fingers, especially along the edge of the frame, with plenty of rolls.
Design Styles – Choosing the Right Lighting for Your Home Decor
Lighting has a unique place in every home and is an intricate part of design detail. The many finishes, designs, and shades are what make choosing the appropriate lighting fixture for any home décor a daunting task.
Rich finishes give the fixture a unique depth. Bushed nickel, chrome, and metallic will transform any contemporary design. For the tropical feel of a beach home or island look, let the rattan, cork, reed, bamboo or wicker finishes accentuate the space. Antique Brass, Metallic Bronze, Dark Graphite and Oil Rubbed Bronze finishes can complete your Art Deco or Antique look. The finishes are definitely not boring or plain.
Ways to Tune Your Drum Heads
You may not have thought about tuning your drums and thought that the tensions in the heads when you bought the drum kit were correct at the time. With a little bit of extra work you can tune all your drum heads for the different drums in your kit.
The drum head is the white or clear surface on top and bottom of the drums When many people think about the drums, they don’t usually think about tuning.