Gonguê

Gonguê (or Gonguê bell) is a Brazilian percussion instrument.^[1][2] It is a type of cowbell consisting of a big, flat iron bell, measuring from 20–30 centimetres (7.9–11.8 in), and a cable that serves as a support. The Gonguê is usually played with a metal drumstick, and it is typically used in north-eastern Brazilian music, accentuating the beats and doing rhythmic phrases, generally formed by off-beats and syncopated patterns. To avoid fatigue, players normally support it against the body. Due to its size, the Gonguê has a loud and strident sound, more clangorous than other types of cowbells.

Gonguê

Percussion
Other names	Gonguê bell
Classification	Percussion
Hornbostel–Sachs classification	111.242.11 (Resting bells whose opening faces upward)
Related instruments
Agogô Alfaia

See also

• Maracatu
• Agogô
• Alfaia

External links

• BlogBrincante
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