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    How can we get on the beat?
    Community Answer
    Just try to feel it! Just listen; tap your foot along with the beat, then add the tamborourine to the foot tapping.
  • Question
    Where can I purchase a tambourine?
    Community Answer
    You could purchase online from sites such as Amazon or eBay, or you could check local music stores, which may even sell them used.
  • Question
    How do I avoid hurting/bruising my hands?
    Andy Winder
    Community Answer
    You don't have to put too much pressure on the tambourine to play it. Strike the tambourine more softly if you often hurt or bruise your hands.
  • Question
    Is the tambourine played on the downbeat?
    Community Answer
    It's played whenever the music requires it. That could be on a downbeat or upbeat.
  • Question
    Where could I get tambourine lessons?
    Community Answer
    You can use Google or other search engines to look for tambourine lessons in your area. As a last resort, you could also check Craigslist, or post an ad yourself to find someone who could teach you.
  • Question
    Can you recommend the best tambourine for me as a beginner?
    Community Answer
    I started with a CP380 tambourine ($14.99), but any headed tambourine should be good for a beginner.
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