African Music Instruments – Set of 6

Ages 4+ / Grades PreK+

Add a unique beat, rattle, and shake to your classroom! Set of 6 authentic African instruments includes:

Nigerian Shekere

• Measures 5″-6″Dia.
• Made from the thickest gourds, selected for extra durability and ease of playing
• Shekeres may be played in many ways: by shaking, twisting, tapping, pulling on the netting, etc.
• Each one has a unique sound, size and shape

Ghanaian Caxixi Rattle

• Measures 8″H
• Woven out of river grass and colored with fabric dyes in Ghana, West Africa
• Two different sounds: Shake the rattle on its side and turn it so the pebbles hit the calabash, or just hit the side of the rattle
• Experiment with different ways of shaking it to get different sounds and rhythms
• Each rattle is unique in color, shape and sound

Ghanaian Calabash Rattle

• Measures approx. 4-1/2″Dia x 8-1/4″L
• Handmade in Ghana, West Africa
• Made from a gourd with a woven cane base and handle
• Filled with pebbles, bottle caps or seeds to create a bell-like sound
• Try shaking, turning and tapping the rattle to discover the variety of sounds you can create
• Each rattle is unique in color, shape and sound

Nigerian Agogo Bell

• Measures 10-1/2″L
• Features two bells with distinct pitches
• Can be played with included mallet.

African Piccolo Cabasa

• Measures 2-3/4″Dia. x 6″L
• The piccolo cabasa is a smaller, higher pitched version of a full-size cabasa; perfect for early learners
• Features a unique ergonomic handle that makes it easier and more comfortable for a child to play
• Made of wood, with a black painted finish and 6 rows of metal beads

Ghanaian Musical Ball

• Measures approx. 4-1/2″Dia.
• Similar to egg shakers
• Made from small, hollowed out pumpkin gourds
• Filled with pebbles, sea-shells or bottle caps to create a unique sound
• Each music ball is unique in color, shape and sound
• SEL: Supports social emotional development and social emotional learning.
• CALM-DOWN TOOLS: Use this in conjunction with other calm-down tools to create a place of peace in your classroom.