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Castanets by Jillian Pritchard |
General Playing Technique:
• Castanets consist of two pieces of wood in the shape of a shell that are hinged together.
• Castanets on handles are played by striking against the knee.
• Machine castanets are played with both hands. It is also possible to play mounted castanets with a pair of handle castanets for a louder sound.
• For an authentic sound, “flam” castanets whenever possible.
• Rolling:
• Handle Castanets – castanets are bounced between fingers and thigh.
• Machine Castanets – rapid alternation of castanets with fingers.