Format : DVD
SKU: HL.197540
UPC: 888680646073. 4.0x13.0x1.59 inches.
The word castanet got its origins from “castaina”, the Spanish word for chestnut. Castanets are a percussion instrument with a long history in Roman, Latin American and Spanish cultures. They were popularized and most often used by Flamenco dancers; castanet performances usually included pairs of the shell-like instruments being played together. The rhythmic clacking sounds created by each pair and the dancer's movements along to the clicks and snaps made watching of these performances very delightful. IQ Plus Castanets are excellent instruments for use by children in the classroom to contribute to a musical situation, especially involving rhythm and dance. They will teach your child about creating the rhythmic foundations on which any type of music is formed. This simple, yet sturdy instrument produces bright clapping sounds, a perfect instrument for your child's first experience and experiments in music. • With its small size, IQ Plus castanets are specially designed for children's hands and fingers to easily hold and play • Produces bright clacking sounds, and is very easy to play • Constructed from environmentally-friendly rubber wood, child safe and highly durable • Improves rhythmic and motor skills in children • Can be very easy and enjoyable to play with or without any prior musical background • Available in natural wood color.
SKU: HL.755807
UPC: 888680091804. 10.75x7.25x10.75 inches.
The djembe is one of West Africa's best known instruments. Traditionally, the various rhythms played on a djembe are only played at a certain time for a specific reason. For instance, djembe drumming could accompany the passage into adulthood or marriage. It was also played to honor specific groups of people or professions. The djembe has definitely settled into Western culture in the last century, and it holds a prominent place in much of modern pop music. IQ Plus djembes are great tools for group music therapy such as self-improvement and team building. They are also excellent instruments for teachers to gather children in class or to accompany school dances. Young children will enjoy moving or dancing along while the djembe is being played or they can create many easy rhythmic patterns by themselves. Children can improve their hearing ability and learn to incorporate their own rhythms into a piece of music. The djembe is another excellent instrument for developing hand-eye coordination and time keeping. Playing with an IQ Plus djembe will allow children to express their energy through music or to create fun group music sessions. • Constructed of environmentally friendly rubber wood • Head made from natural hand selected goatskin • An excellent instrument for developing hand-eye coordination and time keeping • Variety of choices of size and color finishes.
