These xylophones are carefully calibrated musical instruments that produce an amazingly resonant sound with warm, round tones greater than that of steel xylophones.
This West African percussion instrument includes 8 wooden notes with calabash gourd resonators of decreasing size (underneath). Traditionally crafted, this is a beautifully tuned instrument. Mallets included.
Measures approximately 20” long x 12” wide x 10” tall. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
Kalimbas (also known as finger pianos or mbiras) are an African percussion instrument from the Lamellophone instrument family. The kalimba is comprised of a hollow resonator, which vary from handmade boxes to calabash gourds, and metal tins.
These rustic mbiras are created around a hollow wooden box with burned designs by artisans in Kenya. The box is held with both hands, and the ten recycled metal tines fitted with tin can buzzers are plucked to create an unmistakable African sound.
Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
These African balaphons are traditionally crafted in Senegal using wooden note planks, cotton cord, and calabash gourd resonators.
This West African percussion instrument includes 16 wooden notes with calabash gourd resonators of decreasing size (underneath). Traditionally crafted, this is a beautifully tuned instrument. Mallets included.
Measures approximately 29-30” long x 14” wide x 6-7” tall. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
This High-Quality Tibetan Hand Drum (Damaru) is a two-headed drum with a shiny finish handmade with care in Nepal. It has significance in both Hinduism and Buddhism. In Hinduism, the damru is known as the instrument of the deity Shiva. In Tibetan Buddhism, the damaru is used as an instrument in tantric practices.
This Damaru comes with a brocade cover. The beautiful and colorful religious Chukor is attached to the damaru.
The beautiful tones of Shona music are attainable for all through this handcrafted wood and metal mbira. The hand-carved wooden base is affixed with wide recycled metal tines and a resonator to add a little buzz. A beautiful gift for world music enthusiasts!
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
The balaphon is a traditional West African percussion instrument that resembles a xylophone. Created by Senegalese balaphone builders, each balaphon includes eight wooden notes and calabash gourd resonators. The entire piece is lashed with cotton cord.
These beautiful African musical instruments are as inviting to the eye as to the hand. Mallets included.
Dimensions: Balaphon:13"L x 9.5"W x 4.5"H Mallets:7"L
These xylophones are carefully calibrated musical instruments that produce an amazingly resonant sound with warm, round tones. This beautiful instrument includes 8 notes, and a set of mallets.
Measures approximately 16”L x 14”W x 2.5”H. Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
About the Artisans:
Vaima Arts Trust is an amazing organization that uses music and creative arts to empower, rehabilitate, and advocate for marginalized members of their communities. Officially started in 2017, they teach the people they work with how to play, and create Zimbabwean instruments. "Vaima," a Shona word meaning "shine bright," encapsulates their mission to spread joy and creativity using music.
Kalimbas (also known as finger pianos or mbiras) are an African percussion instrument from the Lamellophone instrument family. The kalimba is comprised of a hollow resonator, which vary from handmade boxes to calabash gourds, and metal tins.
These rustic mbiras are created around a hollow wooden box with burned designs by artisans in Kenya. The box is held with both hands, and the ten recycled metal tines fitted with tin can buzzers are plucked to create an unmistakable African sound.
Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.
