tympani

• Nom désignant un ensemble de grands instruments de percussion en forme de demi-sphère en cuivre ou en laiton, chacun muni d'une membrane dont la tension est réglable pour modifier la hauteur du son. S'emploie aussi pour la section des timbales dans un orchestre.

A noun referring to a set of large, hemispherical brass or copper percussion instruments, each with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting its tension.

pluriel irrégulier

1. Percussion instrumentB2formalart

   A large hemispherical brass or copper drum with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting its tension, typically played in pairs or sets in an orchestra.

   Timbales

   • The tympani player struck the drum with a soft mallet.
   • The orchestra's tympani section added a dramatic effect to the symphony.
   • He tuned the tympani carefully before the concert.

   Synonymestimpani