How to Play Cajon Drum Box | Gecko Cajon drum

The cajon drum is a drum that has six sides. This instrument is a popular instrument on both the street and in the studio. The cajon box drum is Spanish for box, crate, coffin, or drawer. Many different cultures throughout the world use the cajon drum and have used this drum type over many generations.

How to Play Cajon Drum Box?

  • The cajon box can be played in any way that is comfortable for the player. 
  • It is a six sided instrument that can be played on all sides. 
  • One of its sides has a hole on it. 
  • The side with the hole has to be placed behind you. 
  • The front side is the drum head or the tapa. 
  • Players usually play the Cajon by sitting on top of it. 
  • You can also tilt it inwards when you play. 
  • You can use your palm, fingers or your hand.
  • Each place on the percussion box drum will emit different sounds and these sounds are used to produce good music with rhythm and melody. 
  • You can also use brushes to get the kick, snare and hi-hat sound. 
  • Sticks can also be used. 
  • But the stick and the brushes should be of light-weight and delicate, so that it does not dent or make a crack, on its surface.

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Post time: Sep-25-2018
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