The "bombo legüero" is a traditional drum from Argentina. It is made from a hollowed-out tree trunk covered with tanned animal skins, such as those from goats, cows, or sheep. The word "legüero" means that the drum's sound can be heard from a long distance, like a league away. It is inspired by old European military drums and uses similar parts, such as hoops, leather straps, and loops to tighten two drumheads. The drum's body is carved from a hollow log, with the inside scraped and shaped. The drumheads are made from animal hides, and the fur is left on the hide, which gives the bombo a deep and dark sound. The bombo is played while hanging on the drummer's side. The drummer drapes one arm over the drum and strikes it from above and the front. The player uses a soft-headed mallet and a stick to hit the drumhead and wooden rim in turns. The bombo acts as both a bass and percussion instrument, keeping the rhythm and creating a strong, emotional feeling. The "legüero" is an important part of Argentine folk music, such as zamba and chacarera, and is played by musicians like Los Chalchaleros, Tremor, Los Fronterizos, Carlos Rivero, Soledad Pastorutti, and Mercedes Sosa.
