A cymbal is a common percussion instrument.Often used in pairs, cymbals consist of thin, normally round plates of various alloys.The majority of cymbals are of indefinite pitch, although small disc-shaped cymbals based on ancient designs sound a definite note (such as crotales).Cymbals are used in many ensembles ranging from the orchestra, percussion …

The ride cymbal is a standard cymbal in most drum kits.It maintains a steady rhythmic pattern, sometimes called a ride pattern, rather than the accent of a crash.It is normally placed on the extreme right (or dominant hand) of a drum set, above the floor tom.. The ride can fulfill any function or rhythm the hi-hat does, with the exception of an open and closed sound.

Origins. The word cymbals comes from the Latin cymbalum, which itself comes from the Greek word kumbalom, meaning a small bowl.It was used in many ancient cultures including Egyptian civilisations.. Orchestral cymbals. Cymbals are often used in orchestras. The first composer to use them was probably Joseph Haydn in his “Military Symphony” (1794). They are often used …