For the rhythm typically played on this instrument, see Clave (rhythm).
Claves
Percussion instrument
Classification
Hand percussion
Hornbostel–Sachs classification
111.11 (Concussion idiophone)
Claves
Clave pattern
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Claves (/ˈklɑːveɪz,kleɪvz/; Spanish:[ˈklaβes]) are a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of short, wooden sticks about 20–25 centimeters (8–10 inches) long and about 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) in diameter.[1][2] Although traditionally made of wood (typically rosewood, ebony or grenadilla) many modern manufacturers offer claves made of fiberglass or plastic.
When struck, claves produce a bright, penetrating clicking noise. This makes them useful when playing in large dance bands.[3] Claves are sometimes hollow and carved in the middle to amplify the sound.
^"Claves – Instruments of the world". instrumentsoftheworld.com. Retrieved 2020-09-23.
^Blades, James; Brett, Thomas (2013). "Claves". Grove Music Online. doi:10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.A2240531. ISBN 978-1-56159-263-0. Retrieved 2020-09-23.
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