Snare Drum

A snare drum or side drum is a percussion
instrument that produces a sharp staccato sound
when played, due to the use of a series of stiff
wires held under tension against the lower skin.
Snare drums are usually played with drum sticks,
but other beaters such as the brush or the rute
can be used to achieve different tones. The snare
drum is a versatile and expressive percussion
instrument due to its sensitivity
and responsiveness.