Description
The Zanka Drum resembles the Hopi drum and is a type of steel drum (also called a steelpan or pan). It is a musical instrument originating from Trinidad and Tobago. The instrument is usually played in a group (steel band). A steel drum is made from a 55-gallon oil drum and is considered an idiophone. The steel drum is a chromatically tuned percussion instrument. Diatonically tuned steel drums also exist today. A beautiful steel tongue drum that is very easy to play. It is most comparable to the old oil drums that were and are reworked into drums and produce a characteristic sound. This steel drum approximates that sound and is reminiscent of distant tropical islands. It can be played by young and old without much practice. The Happy Drum is easy to transport and take with you, for example, to an outdoor concert, and sounds very harmonious when paired with multiple drums.
