Thumb Pianos Kenyan Wooden Kalimba Thumb Pianos
 
 
Thumb Pianos Kenyan Wooden Kalimba Thumb Pianos
  • Thumb Pianos Kenyan Wooden Kalimba Thumb Pianos

Kenyan Wooden Kalimba Thumb Pianos

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  • Product Size: 4.5"L x 3"W x 1.5"H

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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.

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Dimensions
  • Size: 4.5"L x 3"W x 1.5"H

Product Origin
  • Swahili African Modern

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    A proudly woman-owned business founded by Leslie Mittelberg in June 1995. Leslie's husband Dale held a Fulbright Scholar position at the University of Nairobi, and during the years the family lived in Kenya, Leslie fell in love with African artistry. Upon returning to the US, she founded her company and named it in honor of the people of East Africa whose artistry inspired her entrepreneurship.

    Swahili believes in the potential for a sustainable network of trade between Africa and the world. 

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Crafted from: Wood, scrap metal

Made in: Kenya

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