Top 15 Kalimba Accessories

Top 15 Kalimba Accessories

KalimbaRyan Bomzer
The kalimba is a musical instrument that is made up of metal keys that are attached to a wooden board. It is a traditional instrument used in Afric...
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The Best Kalimba Apps (Free & Paid)

KalimbaRyan Bomzer
As a kalimba player who has collected many different types of musical instruments over the years, I have been curious about the current kalimba app...
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Where to Buy A Thumb Piano

KalimbaRyan Bomzer
A thumb piano, also known as a kalimba or mbira, is a small handheld percussion instrument made of a wooden or metal resonator box fitted with meta...
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The Kalimba Muting Technique Explained

KalimbaRyan Bomzer
One of the first frustrations kalimba players face is notes ringing into each other, making clean melodies sound blurred or messy, and the ...
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Blowing vs Drawing Notes on the Harmonica

HarmonicaRyan Bomzer
If you’re new to the harmonica, one of the first confusing things you’ll encounter is that notes change depending on whether you blow or draw air t...
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20 Travel-Friendly Musical Instruments

MusicRyan Bomzer
Travelling with a musical instrument doesn’t mean bulky cases or fragile gear—the best travel instruments are lightweight, durable, and rew...
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How to Adjust Kashaka Shakers (Tutorial)

MusicRyan Bomzer
If your kashaka shakers aren’t making a clear clacking sound, the cord is likely too long. Proper adjustment is essential for getting the balls to ...
Hands playing a djembe drum beside The Complete Djembe Player book, showing proper hand technique on a traditional African drum in a clean studio setting

10 Common Myths About the Djembe Drum

DrumsRyan Bomzer
The djembe is one of the most recognisable African drums in the world, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Many myths come from seeing the...
tribal wooden kashaka next to gourd African kashaka

Wooden vs Gourd Kashaka (Buying Guide)

MusicRyan Bomzer
What’s the difference between wooden and gourd kashaka, and which one should you choose? While both instruments use the same playing technique, the...
Little girl playing a panpipe in the desert.

10 Common Myths About the Panpipes

PanpipesRyan Bomzer
Panpipes are one of the oldest wind instruments in the world, yet they are often misunderstood. Many assumptions come from modern expectations plac...