What is a bucket drum?

What is a bucket drum?

Playing bucket drums is a fun way to practice percussion. You can achieve a unique sound by striking different parts of the bucket. Many people make extra money by playing their bucket drums on the street, in subway stations, or at festivals.

Where did bucket drumming come from?

Bucket drumming appeared to first take hold in New York City in the 1980's, as you would occasionally find drummers performing informally along city streets and in subway tunnels.

Who invented bucket drumming?

Larry WrightLarry Wright He is often credited as the inventor of the art form, as the first to use five gallon plastic buckets instead of a normal drum kit, using his feet to lift the buckets and change the sound pattern.