Filzschlägel

As Printed on a Score

Printed over a timpani or percussion part as “mit Filzschlägel(n)” where felt-headed sticks are wanted; it lasts until another stick direction.

Also spelled: Filzschlegel

How Composers Use It

Felt sticks are the normal, warm-toned timpani sticks, so the instruction matters most when returning from wooden or other special sticks, or on suspended cymbal and tam-tam, where felt gives a soft, swelling stroke. Felt produces a round tone with a clear but gentle attack; hardness varies, so add weich or hart if it matters.

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