8-Note Board Piano (Kalimba)

by Catania

Product Features

• Adapted from the kalimba, an ancient folk instrument that originated in Africa centuries ago.
• 8 diatonic notes, precisely tuned to a C major scale.
• Each key is precisely cut and nickle plated for years of comfortable, carefree playing.
• A variety of solid hardwoods are used - styles will vary.
• Includes a clearly written, illustrated instruction booklet.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6 x 1 inches ; 12 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0002KK63O
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,090 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #17 in Musical Instruments > Keyboards > World Instruments > Thumb Pianos

Product Description

Board pianos are comfortable, durable, go-anywhere musical instruments for young and old alike! Gently pluck the metal keys to play this ancient African folk instrument. Dimensions are approximately 7.88" long x 5.5" wide (remember, due to the natural materials used sizes and colors will vary). The board piano features a hand-rubbed oil finish, and an occasional cleaning with lemon oil polish will keep your piano looking like new. The instruction booklet includes tips on how to play, tuning, special effects, and care, as well as familiar songs: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, You Are My Sunshine, On Top of Old Smokey, 3 Blind Mice, When the Saints Go Marching In, London Bridge Is Falling Down, Michael Row Your Boat Ashore, Kum Ba Ya, Row Row Row Your Boat, This Old Man, Shortnin' Bread, Oh Susanna.

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Gift, January 27, 2010

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Gave as a gift to a "musical" family. They love it. Easy and fun.