Drum Note Symbols for Different Drums

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The bass drum pedal strike, represented by a filled-in circle at the bottom of the staff, is a rhythmic component in musical compositions.

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Bass Drum

Floor Tom

The floor tom, a deep, booming drum, is represented by a note on the fourth staff space, often denoted by "FT" or "F Tom".

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Tom 1 and Tom 2

Tom drums, "T1" and "T2," are represented by open circles above the staff, with the second space having a higher pitch than the first.

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Snare Drum

The 'X' symbol on the staff or ledger lines represents hitting the snare drum, which produces a sharp, staccato sound.

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Hi-Hat Pedal

The hi-hat pedal symbol, which resembles an 'x' or '+', instructs the drummer to press the pedal to adjust the sound's openness and closure.

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Crash Cymbal

The 'X' symbol on the staff represents striking the crash cymbal, which produces a powerful, explosive sound.

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