Certain drums are percussion instruments that are used in a variety of musical genres. Snare drums are cylindrical drums with metal wires stretched across the bottom, which produce a sharp, rattling sound when struck. BONGOS are two small drums connected by a bridge, and are usually played with the hands. They produce a low, mellow tone. Both snare drums and BONGOS are popular instruments in Latin American music, as well as jazz, rock, and other genres.