The New Student's Reference Work/Tambourine

Tambourine (tam-bo͞or-ēn′), a very old musical instrument, used by Basques, Italians and Gypsies. It is a piece of parchment stretched on a hoop furnished with little bells, and is sounded by the hand, fingers or elbow. It is used to accompany singing and dancing, and has been adopted by the Salvation Army.