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== Construction == | == Construction == | ||
+ | The triangle is made of hardened steel. It is a rod bent in the shape of a triangle which is how its name was derived. The modern orchestral triangle ranges from 4 to 10 inches on one side. The triangle is generally suspended by a thin string or wire which is typically attached to a traingle holder or clamp. the trianlge is then able to be struck with a triangle beater in order to get the desired sound. | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
== Sticks, Mallets, Beaters == | == Sticks, Mallets, Beaters == |
Revision as of 00:30, 9 December 2011
Etymology and Alternative Spellings
Fr: triangle; Ger: Triangel; It: triangolo; Sp: triangulo
Construction
The triangle is made of hardened steel. It is a rod bent in the shape of a triangle which is how its name was derived. The modern orchestral triangle ranges from 4 to 10 inches on one side. The triangle is generally suspended by a thin string or wire which is typically attached to a traingle holder or clamp. the trianlge is then able to be struck with a triangle beater in order to get the desired sound.
History
Sticks, Mallets, Beaters
Technique
Grips
Stroke Style/Type
Manufacturers
Retailers
See Also
References