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Abstract
This project demonstrates the difference in tone and sound produced by timpani mallets with different materials, sizes, weight; the information is condensed in a timpani mallet catalog. Younger students, high school students that are learning to play timpani, beginner college music students, orchestra conductors and band directors can learn about timpani mallets and their importance, tradition, and sound characteristics. The mallets discussed in this project are the Cloyd Duff model, Duff model are the best timpani mallets in the market. The catalog provides information about the size, parts, shaft material, felt material, core shape, core material, head heigh size, weight, manufacturer, retailers in the US, retailers in other countries, price range, protection, felt approximate duration, purpose of the mallet, suggested repertoire, and photos of the mallets.