The Bodhrán is an Irish frame drum instrument that ranges in size between 25 cm and 65 cm, or 10 inches to 26 inches in its diameter. Most Bodhrán drums measure between 35 cm and 45 cm or 14 inches to 18 inches. The drum’s sides range from 9 cm to 20 cm, or 3.5 [...]

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• Playing the Bodhrán The Irish drum known as a Bodhrán is an open ended frame drum, which allows the player to place their hand inside the drum. Having the hand inside the instrument provides a way to control the pitch and timbre of the drum. Generally, the Bodhrán ranges in diameter from between......

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