The practice crosses cultures; in the Dominican Republic, people pantomime the air güira, a metal percussion instrument. But only air guitar has also become an international spectator sport.

Untuned percussion instruments include the bass drum ... Cymbals - made from metal, these can be big, small and even tiny. Snare Drum - the snare drum adds great power to moments of excitment.

Described by NPR's producers as 'one of today's finest—and friendliest—percussion ensembles,' the group of Peabody alums and ...