Scottish tenor drum

The playing style of the Scottish tenor drum has varied throughout the years, but there is typically a variation of the combination of swings (or flourishes) and rhythmic accompaniment to the Scottish snare drum and the Great Highland Bagpipes.

There is no standard to the type of music that is written for the tenor drum, although common styles exist for each region where competitions are held.

The drums are tuned to the drones of the Great Highland bagpipes, and also notes on the chanter (commonly A, E, C chord).

Swings are done by tying a string to the end of the drum stick, and the fingers of the players.

The music being played by the tenors often varies greatly between different regions and styles[citation needed].