A drum is a membranophone whose sound comes from a stretched skin or other membrane vibrating when struck. In Mexico, drums of different sizes, materials, and tension systems appear in bands, dances, celebrations, and concert music. Their patterns may mark the pulse, interact with other instruments, or signal particular moments within a community practice. This category gathers general drum references and provides access to variants documented under more precise names. Construction, playing technique, ensemble, and locality should be examined for each recording rather than assuming that all drums serve the same function. Drum names may also vary between regions.