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HISTORY & CONSTRUCTION
The harmonium was originally introduced to India as a mobile substitute for the organ by Christian missionaries. Because of its easy handling, it not only developed into a popular instrument of Indian folk and religious music but became firmly established as an accompanying instrument in classical North Indian Raga music. The harmonium is, in principle, an closed wooden box into which air is blown by means of manual bellows. Via a keyboard, small holes in this box are caused to open. Thus the compressed air can escape through them. The air is set vibrating by a small metal plate placed in the opening (the so-called reed) - the same mechanism of sound generation as the accordion.

Harmoniums can produce chords, melody and drones all at once. They create a warm, rich, natural sound and are easy to play. These features make them the most popular instruments for the accompaniment of any style of classical, devotional or popular singing in India. Their keyboard makes them perfectly compatible to Western music, too.

Een harmonium is een instrument dat gelijktijdig akkoorden, een melodielijn en een grondtoon (bourdon) kan weergeven. Het heeft een warme en rijke klank en laat zich makkelijk bespelen. Hierdoor is het harmonium zo populair bij het begeleiden van mantra's, kirtans en andere vormen van sacrale of devotionele zang. Het toetsenbord is een voor ons vertrouwd piano toetsenbord, waardoor het instrument ook heel compatibel wordt met westerse muziek.

HARINAM HARMONIUM

The Tirupati Harinam is a particularly small, light and sturdy harmonium with sharp and powerful sound. Its small bellows, however, give it very little sustain and limit its range of dynamic variation. Not recommended for beginners, but great for experienced musicians on the road, to accompany kirtans and group singing and for playing with strong rhythmic accents.

Producing long and steady chords or playing with dynamic variations is difficult on the Tirupati Harinam and requires certain practice. The low weight and the small dimensions result from an intelligent construction without awkward folding mechanism. The slanting keyboard level when putting the Harinam on a flat surface needs some getting used to. However, the keyboard level gets horizontal when the player sits cross-legged and rests the harmonium's front side on his / her lap. Each note has two reeds in simple quality in middle and low register (male / bass), giving the Harinam a sharp and powerful sound. Male and bass reeds always play together, because there is no register separation. The external bellows at the back open to the top and fill up automatically when the latch is opened. For playing one has to pull them against a little resistence. The internal bellows are visible and open to the bottom. Their removable springs on both sides can be used to adjust the bellows tension and thus the volume and sustain. The tonal range is smaller than in full size harmoniums, but sufficient for all common mantras and kirtans. The Harinam harmonium can also be played standing by fixing a shoulder strap to the attached rings.

Features:

• 32 simple stick keys
• range of two and a half octaves from F to C
• two reeds in middle and low register for each note
• low range F2 - C5, middle range F3 - C6
• double fold external bellows with top opening and spring
• tension of internal bellows adjustable with removable springs
• glossy shellac polish
• cabinet made of pine wood
• cloth cover over the keyboard mechanism
• incl. shoulder strap
• incl. padded bag
• Measure: height 24 cm, width 42 cm, depth 33 cm
• weight: 5 kg

Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Pine wood is the first choice for harmoniums around Delhi and in North Western India. It is much softer than teak wood, which is more common in Mumbai and Calcutta. Therefore pinewood harmoniums often get little dents or scratches during manufacturing, storage or transit to Europe. Such marks are a natural property of the wood and can not be seen as flaws or defects.

Tirupati is the international brand name for instruments from Sharma Musicals in Ghaziabad, a neighbouring city of Delhi. Sharma Musicals was founded in 1934 by Jagdish Prasad Sharma and is today one of the leading Indian harmonium makers. The current manager Mayank Sharma runs the business in the fourth generation. Thanks to solid infrastructure, long experience and good quality awareness, Sharma Musicals is a reliable supplier of all harmonium models typical of Delhi and North-West India. Instruments from Sharma Musicals are also marketed in the USA and are sold there under the name Bhava Harmonium. They are recommended by renowned kirtan teacher Daniel Tucker.

BASIC HARMONIUM

The Tirupati Basic is a particularly simple, small, light, robust and inexpensive harmonium with a warm sound. It is ideal for on the go, for practicing, as a second instrument for lessons and workshops, as an introduction for children, as a shrutibox replacement, as well as for all those who simply want to try themselves out.

The Tirupati Basic has only a single set of reeds in the bass register for sound production. This makes it sound less rich, impressive and complex compared to other harmoniums, but still pleasantly soft, warm and full. The absence of extras like a second or third reed set, separate air chambers, drone notes, octave coupler or scale changer makes this harmonium surprisingly light. Despite its small size, it is still relatively easy to play simple chords evenly without getting disturbing volume fluctuations or to play quite softly - after all only a single set of reeds needs air supply. Thanks to the very simple construction without any frills, the Tirupati Basic is also particularly robust. It is certainly not suitable for the big stage, but can be a great friend in everyday life!

Features:

• 27 simple stick keys
• range of two octaves and one whole tone from G2 to A4
• one reed per note in bass register
• top fold bellows
• high-gloss shellac polish
• cabinet made of pine wood
• removable cover (jali) over key mechanism
• metal handles
• incl. padded bag with shoulder strap
• Size: height 23 cm, width 39 cm depth 24 cm
• Weight: 4 kg

Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Pine wood is mainly used in the area around Delhi for harmoniums and is much softer than the teak wood used in Mumbai and Kolkata. This is why many pine harmoniums already get small dents or other blemishes during production and transport to Europe - these are caused by the material and are not to be regarded as defects.

Tirupati is the international brand name for instruments from Sharma Musicals in Ghaziabad, a neighbouring city of Delhi. Sharma Musicals was founded in 1934 by Jagdish Prasad Sharma and is today one of the leading Indian harmonium makers. The current manager Mayank Sharma runs the business in the fourth generation. Thanks to solid infrastructure, long experience and good quality awareness, Sharma Musicals is a reliable supplier of all harmonium models typical of Delhi and North-West India. Instruments from Sharma Musicals are also marketed in the USA and are sold there under the name Bhava Harmonium. They are recommended by renowned kirtan teacher Daniel Tucker.

MINI KIRTAN HARMONIUM

The Kirtan Mini harmonium from Tirupati is ideal for frequent travellers among yogis and kirtan singers. Considering its small size and simple features, it has an amazing sustain and sound quality.

Construction, playability and sound quality are equivalent to our Kirtan Classic harmoniums from Tirupati and Paloma, as well as the 23 B from Bina and other similar models of other brands. The Tirupati Kirtan Mini has a smaller range and a little less sustain though. It has no octave coupler and only two instead of three or four drone notes. This somewhat
limits the possibilities of artistic expression, but hardly matters for the accompaniment of mantras, chants and kirtans.

Thanks to Krishna Das or Jai Uttal, the design with fold-down bellows, integrated case, double reeds and simple stick keys is a classic in the western kirtan scene. Its simplicity makes it both inexpensive and robust. Double reeds provide a full, warm sound. And its fold-down bellows, low weight and small format make it so compact that you can easily carry it with just one hand.

Features:

• 32 simple stick keys
• range of two and a half octaves from F to C
• two reeds in middle and low register for each note
• low range F2 - C5, middle range F3 - C6
• 2 register stops for separate or combined use of middle and low register
• 2 stops for drone notes
• double fold external bellows with top opening
• removable cover with opening option (jali) over key mechanism
• glossy shellac polish
• folding mechnism into integrated case
• cabinet made of pine wood
• incl. padded bag
• Size (closed case): height 18 cm, width 49 cm, depth 31 cm
• Weight: 7.7 kg

Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Pine wood is the first choice for harmoniums around Delhi and in North Western India. It is much softer than teak wood, which is more common in Mumbai and Calcutta. Therefore pinewood harmoniums often get little dents or scratches during manufacturing, storage or transit to Europe. Such marks are a natural property of the wood and can not be seen as flaws or defects.

Tirupati is the international brand name for instruments from Sharma Musicals in Ghaziabad, a neighbouring city of Delhi. Sharma Musicals was founded in 1934 by Jagdish Prasad Sharma and is today one of the leading Indian harmonium makers. The current manager Mayank Sharma runs the business in the fourth generation. Thanks to solid infrastructure, long experience and good quality awareness, Sharma Musicals is a reliable supplier of all harmonium models typical of Delhi and North-West India. Instruments from Sharma Musicals are also marketed in the USA and are sold there under the name Bhava Harmonium. They are recommended by renowned kirtan teacher Daniel Tucker.

KIRTAN 23B HARMONIUM
The Kirtan Premium is an improved version of the popular Kirtan 23 B. Thanks to world-renowned kirtan singers like Krishna Das and Jai Uttal the 23 B is probably the most famous and most popular harmonium model in the western kirtan scene. The simple construction makes it sturdy on the road. It's easy to move around thanks to its compact dimensions in folded state. And double reeds and octave coupler provide for full, warm, bright sound. A good choice for beginners as well as for ambitious kirtan singers.

The 42 keys give a range of three and a half octaves from c to f. Each note is fitted with two reeds in middle and low octave (male / bass). They can be played separately or in combination, giving three different tonal colours. The multifold back bellows opens to the side. An octave coupler connects the keys to higher octave notes for a brighter sound, but also leads to higher air consumption. The octave coupler can be activated or deactivated according to the requirements.

Size: folded height 21 cm, playing height 35 cm, width 60 cm, depth 33 cm
Weight ca. 10 kg

Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Tirupati is the international brand name for instruments from Sharma Musicals in Ghaziabad, a neighbouring city of Delhi. Sharma Musicals was founded in 1934 by Jagdish Prasad Sharma and is today one of the leading Indian harmonium makers. The current manager Mayank Sharma runs the business in the fourth generation. Thanks to solid infrastructure, long experience and good quality awareness, Sharma Musicals is a reliable supplier of all harmonium models typical of Delhi and North-West India. Instruments from Sharma Musicals are also marketed in the USA and are sold there under the name Bhava Harmonium. They are recommended by renowned kirtan teacher Daniel Tucker.

KIRTAN PREMIUM HARMONIUM
The Bina Kirtan Premium is an improved version of the popular Kirtan Classic model. The simple construction makes it inexpensive and robust, thanks to its compact dimensions it can easily be transported when collapsed and double tongues and octave coupling provide a full, brilliant sound. A good choice for beginners as well as for ambitious kirtan singers.

With the Kirtan Premium, the outer bellows are firmly attached and do not have to be opened and secured with hooks as with the Kirtan Classic. This makes the entire folding mechanism considerably less sensitive and easier to operate. When folded, the entire instrument is protected in an integrated sturdy wooden box.

Features:

• 42 simple stick keys - Range of three and a half octaves from C to F
• two reeds in middle and low register for each note
• Range low register C2 - F5, middle register C3 - F6
• five stops for separate or joint playing of middle and low register
• four stops for drones in C, D, G, A
• switchable octave coupling upwards for particularly brilliant sound
• side-opening bellows with multiple convolution
• removable cover plate with sliding opening (Jali)
• high-gloss shellac polish
• Folding mechanism for lowering into the built-in box case
• including padded carrying bag
• Cabinet and case made of solid pine wood
• incl. padded bag
• Size: height 22 cm, width 60 cm, depth 39 cm
• Weight: 11 kg

Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Pine wood is the first choice for harmoniums around Delhi and in North Western India. It is much softer than teak wood, which is more common in Mumbai and Calcutta. Therefore pinewood harmoniums often get little dents or scratches during manufacturing, storage or transit to Europe. Such marks are a natural property of the wood and can not be seen as flaws or defects.

BINA was founded by Gian Singh in Delhi in 1935 and is one of the most renowned harmonium makers worldwide nowadays. The son of Gian Singh, Avtar Singh, and his two sons J.P.Singh and Daljit Singh are running the business today. Bina has a big workshop in Old Delhi and is running several retail stores under their name. Bina is able to make high quality instruments, but is also committed to large scale production of simple instruments.

OM HARMONIUM (White)
It offers solid workmanship and material quality and a full, round, brilliant sound with a lot of warmth.
Having an extraordinary 'white look' appearance, this harmonium would perfectly fit into a Kundalini yoga class.

Features:

• 42 simple stick keys
• range of 3 1/2 octaves from c to f
• two high quality reeds per note in medium and low register
• four register stops for separate or combined playing of middle and low registers
• five drone stops
• higher octave coupler for particularly brilliant sound
• rear-opening bellows with multiple folds
• removable cover plate with OM carving
• protective top cover with OM carving
• high-gloss white varnish
• bellows paper and metal fittings in silver colour
• including padded carrying bag
• cabinet made of pine wood.

Size: height 28.5 cm, width 60 cm, depth 31.5 cm
Weight: 10.7 kg

PREMIUM HARMONIUM
Paloma's premium model D 39-4 is the right choice for musicians looking for a high quality instrument with full tonal range and a rich carrying sound for regular use (e.g. for accompaniment of singing groups or playing together with other instruments). Compared to our standard models the crfatsmanship and materials are much better, the sound is a bit more round and balanced and the key mechanism is considerably improved.

Its 39 keys give a range of three octaves and two half note steps. Each key is equiped with two reeds (D = double reeds) in middle and low octave. By adjusting the register stops these two reeds can be played simultaneously or separately. Paloma premium D 39-4 has four built-in drone stops. Other drone notes can be obtained easily by removing the springs on the key ends or by putting half clothe-pegs on top of the keys. The bellows are open to the top. They fold out an fill themselves automatically when unlocked. You just need to pull them towards yourself for playing - always against a little resistence, though.

A unique Paloma feature is the surface treatment: Instead of the usual glossy shellac polish all surfaces have been treated with wax in order to enhance the beauty of the natural wood veining. Wax finish is less prone to heat damages and makes it much easier to remove scratches and bruises, too.

Size: height 26 cm, width 54 cm, depth 31 cm
Weight: 8.5 kg

Paloma is the international brand name for instruments from Haribhau Vishwanath. This manufacturer resides in Mumbai (formerly Bombay) and was established in 1925 as a small repair shop. In the past decades Haribhau Vishwanath has developed into one of India's leading harmonium makers. In addition they also produce some string and percussion instruments. Thanks to a good infrastructure and a long experience in the craft and in international shipping Haribhau is able to supply all common harmonium models at a constantly high level of workmanship. Furthermore Haribhau takes pride in coming up with new ideas and inventions like the harmonium Compactina and the wax treatment of instruments' surfaces.

 

 

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WHAT IS A SHRUTIBOX AND HOW IS IT PLAYED?
The shrutibox is a perfect accompaniment for modal music, improvisation, voice work, overtone singing, music therapy and all kinds of Indian music. It gives a full, supporting drone sound and is sturdy, mobile and extremely easy to handle. In order to get started you first need to unlock the wooden latches of the bellows on both sides. Next you open the levers for the notes you like to sound. Finally you gently move the open bellows on one side - and there unfolds your drone! Your second hand is not required for playing - it remains free all the time.

WHO CAN USE A SHRUTIBOX?
The shrutibox needs neither tuning nor an elaborate playing technique. Thus it is equally suitable for complete musical beginners and for professional musicians, teachers, therapists and performers. It produces a pleasant natural acoustical carpet of sound for any kind of work and allows to keep full concentration on singing, talking, watching or moving while being played.

CONSTRUCTION
The shrutibox, also called surpeti, produces a powerful, carrying drone sound and is extremely easy to play. It is ideally suited for accompanying any kind of Indian music, voice work, modal improvisation or overtone singing, or Indian wind instruments, especially the bansuri (bamboo flute). Sound and tone production are similar to that of a harmonium or an accordion: metal reeds inside the instruments are caused to vibrate by compressed air passing by them. The air movement is controlled by two bellows on both sides of the instrument. One side carries 13 levers. Opening them allows the air to stream out from the inside and causes the reed underneath the lever to produce a note. The shrutibox covers a full octave of 13 chromatic half notes. That way you can freely choose a tonic that best suits your specific requirements. For a particularly rich and full sound it is advisable to add a fifth or a lower fourth to the tonic. Any other combination is possible as well, of course.

Its advantage over the harmonium is:

• small and hence much lighter
• the drone notes are fixed and hence less prone to mistakes especially by untrained players
• It costs less
• It's easy to transport
• It's easily tuneable

HOW TO PLAY
The shrutibox can be played with one hand either sitting or standing or even walking. First you have to open the side levers that lock the whole instrument. Then you open the levers for the desired notes - this side should be facing you. Now put your hand on top of the instrument and press the side without the levers towards yourself. The volume can be adjusted by varying the tempo and pressure applied to the bellows. When you loosen the pressure of your fingers the bellows will automatically unfold and you can press again to get a continuous sound. If you slip your hand through the handle on top of the instrument you can carry and play it at the same time with just one hand. Alternatively you can also put a strap through the handle and hang it around your neck.

STRAIGHT TIPS FOR PLAYING
It is best to keep the shrutibox standing on even ground or any stable support. Alternatively it can be carried on its handle to allow free movement while playing. Volume and continuity of sound depend upon the speed and pressure of the movement of the bellows. You will get a feel for that in no time. A particularly round and beautiful drone is created by adding the fifth or the fourth above the chosen fundamental (also called "tonic"). Other combinations of notes are possible as well according to individual preferences - from straight major chords to dissonant clusters. But watch out: More sounding notes mean more air consumption - harder pumping is required in order to maintain a steady sound!

HISTORY
The shrutibox has been developed from the European harmonium, which had been brought to India by missionaries in the 19th century. It is also called surpeti and is traditionally used mainly for vocal accompaniment of folk or religious music. Its lack of a keyboard makes it a pure drone instrument. Drones are continuously sounding single or multiple notes, whose uninterrupted presence creates an open space of sound. This space can be filled by melodies or other musical structures. The idea of drone is an essential part of Indian music. However drones are known in Western music, too, especially in its more ancient forms. Some Western instruments like the bagpipe or the hurdy-gurdy even have drones built in.

MONOJ KUMAR SARDAR - TRIPLE - 3 octaves

The shrutibox Monoj Kumar Sardar Triple is designed for professionals with particularly high demands. Due to its greatly extended range it produces a unique rich and vibrant drone sound, appreciated especially by music and sound therapists.

Like all shrutiboxes, the Monoj Kumar Sardar Triple is very reliable and extremely easy to handle. The range stretches over three octaves from A2 to G#5. Thus is becomes possible, e.g. when playing individual notes or entire chords of the basic octave starting from A2, to play octaves, fifths and fourths from both higher octaves simultaneously, simulating the basic principles of the harmonic series in this way. Any other imaginable combination of the 36 available chromatic notes can be played as well, of course. Including a carry bag.

Size: 41 x 33 x 10 cm
Weight: 4 kg

Monoj Kumar Sardar & Brothers is a large-scale manufacturer in the heart of Calcutta looking back on a rich tradition. The manager Monoj Kumar will get you every instrument that is manufactured in India - ranging from sitars, tanpuras and harmoniums to folk instruments and violins. Due to our co-operation with Monoj Kumar Sardar of several years, today we receive instruments that can compare with renowned brands any time because of their reliably high manufacturing and good tone quality.

MONOJ KUMAR SARDAR - LARGE

A concert instrument with particularly large bellows and a full, carrying sound. Gentle movement of the bellows is enough to keep the sound stable, even with several levers opened. The frame is made of massive wood and the sides are made of ply-wood. Including a carry bag. Tonal range from c to c'. Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Size: 41 x 33 x 9 cm
Weight: 4,2 kg

Monoj Kumar Sardar & Brothers is a large-scale manufacturer in the heart of Calcutta looking back on a rich tradition. The manager Monoj Kumar will get you every instrument that is manufactured in India - ranging from sitars, tanpuras and harmoniums to folk instruments and violins. Due to our co-operation with Monoj Kumar Sardar of several years, today we receive instruments that can compare with renowned brands any time because of their reliably high manufacturing and good tone quality.

Af en toe hebben we shrutiboxes voorradig die niet in de gebruikelijke C (do) zijn gestemd, maar wel in de extra lage stemming G (sol), waardoor het instrument lekker diep en dus nog warmer gaat klinken. Informeer op voorhand naar de beschikbaarheid indien u zo'n instrument wenst aan te kopen!

MONOJ KUMAR SARDAR - MEDIUM

Our shrutibox Monoj Kumar Sardar medium is a great all-purpose box with a balanced, warm, full sound and attractive solid wood design.

The shrutibox medium combines the pros of bigger and smaller shrutiboxes into an interesting hybrid. It is considerably lighter than Monoj Kumar Sardar’s shrutibox large, making it a rather pleasant instrument to carry. At the same time it has noticeably bigger bellows than Monoj Kumar Sardar’s and Paloma’s shrutiboxes small, which even facilitates a fairly constant sound of chords. The shrutibox medium is the only Monoj Kumar Sardar model with side parts made of solid wood instead of laminated wood, giving it an especially attractive appearance.

Including a carrying bag. Tonal range: 13 chromatically tuned notes from c to c' (C3 to C4 in scientific terms). Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Size: 38 x 27 x 8 cm
Weight: 2,5 kg

Monoj Kumar Sardar & Brothers is a large-scale manufacturer in the heart of Calcutta looking back on a rich tradition. The manager Monoj Kumar will get you every instrument that is manufactured in India - ranging from sitars, tanpuras and harmoniums to folk instruments and violins. Due to our co-operation with Monoj Kumar Sardar of several years, today we receive instruments that can compare with renowned brands any time because of their reliably high manufacturing and good tone quality.

MONOJ KUMAR SARDAR - SMALL

This shrutibox is ideal for people who look for a small and light instrument, e. g. for travelling. The bellows are relatively small, therefore you need a little practice and constant attention to keep the sound stable and even - especially when several levers are opened. The frame is made of massive wood and the sides are made of ply-wood. Including a carrying bag. Tonal range from c to c'. Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.

Size: 30 x 25 x 7 cm
Weight: 1,9 kg

Monoj Kumar Sardar & Brothers is a large-scale manufacturer in the heart of Calcutta looking back on a rich tradition. The manager Monoj Kumar will get you every instrument that is manufactured in India - ranging from sitars, tanpuras and harmoniums to folk instruments and violins. Due to our co-operation with Monoj Kumar Sardar of several years, today we receive instruments that can compare with renowned brands any time because of their reliably high manufacturing and good tone quality.

PALOMA - LARGE

The shrutibox Paloma large is a heavier box with a particularly balanced, warm, full sound and unmatched dynamic range. The unique bamboo look, silk mat surfaces and fine workmanship make this a truly exquisite instrument

The large frame provides a much larger bellows volume as compared to smaller models, which permits an accurate dosing of air supply. Triple bellows on both sides give it an even bigger bellows volume than the large shrutibox from Monoj Kumar Sardar. In this way, the sound can be kept constant without any effort or prior practice even when up to four notes are played simultaneously. Moreover, the volume can be varied wider and finer than in any other of our shrutiboxes – from whispering tender and low to constantly powerful loud. The larger resonating chamber provides for a somewhat fuller overall sound. Despite its larger dimensions and heaviness, Paloma’s shrutibox large can still be taken around easily. Only if you have to carry a lot of other stuff and if you are travelling by public transport or by foot, shape and weight might become inconvenient. Including a carry bag.

Size: 40,5 x 30,5 x 6,5 cm
Weight: 3,3 kg

Paloma is the international brand name for instruments from Haribhau Vishwanath. This manufacturer resides in Mumbai (formerly Bombay) and was established in 1925 as a small repair shop. In the past decades Haribhau Vishwanath has developed into one of India's leading harmonium makers. In addition they also produce some string and percussion instruments. Thanks to a good infrastructure and a long experience in the craft and in international shipping Haribhau is able to supply all common harmonium models at a constantly high level of workmanship. Furthermore Haribhau takes pride in coming up with new ideas and inventions like the harmonium Compactina and the wax treatment of instruments' surfaces.

PALOMA - SMALL

This shrutibox is ideal for people who look for a small and light instrument, e. g. for travelling. The bellows are relatively small, therefore you need a little practice and constant attention to keep the sound stable and even - especially when several levers are opened. Including a carry bag. Tonal range from c to c'.

Size: 30 x 22 x 7 cm
Weight: 1,75 kg

Paloma is the international brand name for instruments from Haribhau Vishwanath. This manufacturer resides in Mumbai (formerly Bombay) and was established in 1925 as a small repair shop. In the past decades Haribhau Vishwanath has developed into one of India's leading harmonium makers. In addition they also produce some string and percussion instruments. Thanks to a good infrastructure and a long experience in the craft and in international shipping Haribhau is able to supply all common harmonium models at a constantly high level of workmanship. Furthermore Haribhau takes pride in coming up with new ideas and inventions like the harmonium Compactina and the wax treatment of instruments' surfaces.

BOWRING FOOT PEDAL for SHRUTI BOXES

The Bowring foot pedal offers the perfect solution for hands-free playing of our Shruti Boxes, opening up new musical possibilities for string, wind, handpan and percussion instrument players. It is easy and satisfying to play, with smooth control of loudness and sustain.

The Bowring foot pedal has been designed for shrutiboxes by Monoj Kumar Sardar. It can be used for shrutiboxes with likewise construction from other manufacturers as well (e.g. our small Paloma shrutibox). However, its usability for our large Paloma shrutibox is limited, because it does not allow full opening of the bellows and has a delay in reset.

And ... I've tried it while sitting on the floor. It works!!

Folded the foot pedal measures 22cm x 9cm x 3cm and weighs 600g.

• Easily connects & disconnects
• Non-slip rubberised sole
• Wood & stainless steel components
• Choice of 3 different cable lengths

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application:
use a kalimba on a frame dum

listen to the Sansula

An instrument that story tellers from South Africa like to use. The kalimbas are also called thumb piano, Mbira, or Sanza. The specialty is in the way different vibrations are created. Kalimba Classic has two holes in the bottom to create a vibrato. The Kalimba Sansula is the Stradivarius of the kalimbas with the magical over-tones. The Kalimba Sansula can be set in your lap and the player can move it up and down to create a variety of over-tones and vibrations. No matter which tune is played it will be a spherical sound, vibration waves and wonderful rhythms.

KALIMBAS WITH MASSIVE BODY (CELESTE):
	B5 - F pentatonic The Kalimba B5 is ideal for those who do not want to be without an instrument wherever they may be. This is our smallest model and is fitted with five tines mounted on a solid mahogany block. The sound of the instrument can be amplified by laying it on or sticking it onto a tabletop or the skin of a drum. A bright and clear f-minor triad is produced by plucking the tines with the thumbs. As all the notes harmonize with each other, beginners also enjoy immediate success with their instrument. Measurements: 95 x 73 x 32 mm NL: pocket-kalimba op massief blok, 5 noten, f-pentatonisch.
	B7 - C pentatonic The Kalimba B7 is the ‘sister’ of the B9 an is likewise a small and handy instrument with a solid resonance body of American cherrywood. The measurements of both instruments are the same but the tuning, number and breadth of the tines differ. Due to the deeper tones of the seven pentatonically-tuned tines, the vibrations are felt particularly strongly in the hands. For this reason, the B7 is especially favored by therapists. The sound of the instrument can be amplified by laying it on or sticking it onto a tabletop or the skin of a drum. The tuning of the Kalimba B7 is pentatonic C. The sounds produced are therefore always in harmony and so beginners also enjoy immediate success with their instrument. Measurements: 117 x 90 x 41 mm NL: pocket-kalimba op massief blok in Amerikaanse kerselaar, 7 noten, a-pentatonisch.
	B9 - A minor pentatonic The B9, as we call it, is a small, handy kalimba with a solid resonance body of American cherrywood. It is the ‘sister’ of the B7 model. The measurements of both instruments are the same but the tuning, number and breadth of the tines differ. The vibrations of the nine tines can be easily felt in the hands. The sound of the instrument can be amplified by laying it on or sticking it onto a tabletop or the skin of a drum. The tuning of the Kalimba B9 is identical to that of the Sansula. It is in a-minor with additional tines tuned to B and F. As all the notes harmonise with each other, beginners also enjoy immediate success with their instrument. Measurements: 117 x 90 x 41 mm NL: pocket-kalimba op massief blok in Amerikaanse kerselaar, 9 noten, a-mineur-pentatonisch.
	B11 "Melody" - G major Kalimbas are metal-tined Instruments which originated in southern Africa and which can be found there in countless variations. Our Kalimba B11 'Melody' is made of solid American block cherry wood and meticulously hand-crafted. The surfaces are treated and polished with natural oils and waxes. The 11 tines are precisely tuned to the scale of G-Major, so that a large number of well-known songs can be played. The 'Melody' is also ideal for improvisation and intuitive playing. We have positioned the long and short tines alternately to ensure ease of playing and in accordance with acoustic criteria. The six shorter tines have been bent so that their ends are raised above the level of the longer ones so that they can easily be reached by the thumbs. When playing from the low to the high tones, the five long tines are plucked alternately by the thumbs beginning in the middle and moving outwards - the right thumb begins on Tine No. 6 - then the six shorter tines follow, also played from the middle outwards, whereby the left thumb begins on Tine No. 5. Measurements: 140 x 105 x 35 mm NL: pocket-kalimba op massief blok in Amerikaanse kerselaar, 11 noten, g-majeur.
	Twin Kalimba - A minor pentatonic This Twin Kalimba is a great instrument to be played by two people (friends, partners, therapist & client) or by both hands. It is tuned the same way as the B9 Kalimba. In therapeutic use, both sides of the instrument can be played together, or you can play one after the other. Measurements: 300 x 90 x 41 mm
	Kalimba 17 keys - C major This Kalimba is a beautifully decorated instrument with 17 playing keys. The instrument comes with a carrying pouch and a tuning hammer. made of Koa Wood

KALIMBA-SANSULAS: The fairyteller instrument, that almost plays by itself. Traditionally coming from the Griots in Africa. The Sansula is a Kalimba on a drum skin. Its enchanting and wondrous minor-tuning has found thousands of enthusiasts worldwide. When you play it, resting on your lap, some spherical-effects can be made by lifting up and putting down the instrument on your lap.
	SANSULA BASIC - A minor pentatonic The Sansula belongs to the family of the Kalimba and can be played just as easily. The instrument, with its patented suspended mounting of the resonating block, is an innovation entirely of our own design. Since its launching in 2001, the Sansula has quickly become a best-seller and found thousands of friends at home and abroad. The special feature of the Sansula is its unbelievable sound. Whereby the clear and aesthetic design is most appealing. The oval frame of laminated beech wood is fitted with a membrane which, together with the resonating block, produces a prolonged, soft tone. Furthermore, an impressive ‘wah-wah’ effect can be produced by holding the instrument against the body, on the thigh or laying it on a table and then alternately raising and lowering it while playing. The tuning – in a-minor with additional tines pitched at B and F – allows wonderful melodies to be produced almost of their own accord, simply by plucking the tines with the thumbs. As all the notes harmonize with each other, beginners also enjoy immediate success with their instrument. Note: because of the delicate cellulose membrane, this Sansula Basic model is not suitable for small children. It is fitted with a cellulose skin which, while possessing excellent acoustic qualities, can easily be damaged by sharp objects or even simply by being dropped (repair is possible - ask us). We offer the Sansula Deluxe and the Sansula Renaissance as a more robust alternative. Measurements: 198 x 155 x 67mm The Sansula basic is also available in other tunings: A-major Ake Bono (Japanese) Hijaz (Arabic) A-minor7 Pygmy (African) Tuning in 432Hz is possible and can be provided by our services!!! NL: Sansula, 9 noten, a-mineur-pentatonisch, een pocket-kalimba met een bijzonder mooie dubbele stemming, gemonteerd op een gespannen membraan met ovale resonantiekast, verschillende vibrato-effekten door de open onderkant, klinkt bijzonder warm.
	SANSULA DELUXE - A minor pentatonic The Sansula Deluxe is a further development of the Sansula Basic. In response to the wishes expressed by many customers, we have fitted it with a robust membrane of genuine goatskin and an adjustable tension device. These modifications greatly increase the range of possibilities of the instrument. The natural materials used make each of the Deluxe models supplied unique, characterized by an even richer and warmer sound while at the same time being more robust. Whereas the basic Sansula model is too delicate for use by small children, the Sansula Deluxe can be used in nurseries and music schools without fear of the instrument being easily damaged. The Sansula Deluxe must, however, be handled with the same reasonable care as all musical instruments. The tuning – a-minor with additional tines pitched at B and F – allows wonderful melodies to be produced almost of their own accord, simply by plucking the tines with the thumbs. As all the notes harmonize with each other, beginners also enjoy immediate success with their instrument. Measurements: 198 x 155 x 67mm Tuning in 432Hz is possible and can be provided by our services!!! NL: Sansula "Deluxe", 9 noten, a-mineur-pentatonisch, een pocket-kalimba met een bijzonder mooie dubbele stemming, gemonteerd op een gespannen geitenvel met ovale resonantiekast, verschillende vibrato-effekten door de open onderkant, klinkt bijzonder warm.
met membraan	SANSULA RENAISSANCE - A minor pentatonic This year we are pleased to present an interesting product innovation. The Sansula Renaissance is a particularly robust model, fitted with hard-wearing REMO (USA) membrane. Due to this innovation, the Renaissance is not only insensitive to moisture but also suitable for use by children. The Sansula Renaissance has been developed to combine the best features of the other models in one. While the Sansula Basic instrument has a relatively delicate membrane, the Renaissance is fitted with a robust REMO (USA) drum skin. The Sansula Renaissance is resistant to moisture, so it retains its tension under conditions of varying air humidity and thus also retains its wonderful sound. Furthermore, the new membrane is now much more robust. The instrument can be used in children’s nurseries and play groups without the risk of it being easily damaged. The appearance of the Sansula Renaissance differs from that of the other models in that it is fitted with a rounded wooden rim. Most importantly, the Sansula Renaissance has inherited the indescribable sounds of the Sansula Basic. The tuning of the instrument, in a-minor with additional B and F, allows wonderful melodies to be produced, almost by themselves, by plucking the tines with the thumbs. Measurements: 198 x 155 x 67mm Tuning in 432Hz is possible and can be provided by our services!!! NL: Sansula "Renaissance", 9 noten, a-mineur-pentatonisch, een pocket-kalimba met een bijzonder mooie dubbele stemming, gemonteerd op een gespannen REMO Renaissance membraan met ovale resonantiekast, verschillende vibrato-effekten door de open onderkant, klinkt bijzonder warm. a great sansula tutorial by Manose on how to play the beautiful Healing Mantra "Triambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardanam Urvar-Ukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Muksheeya Mamritat" used with kind permission of Manose Newa
	SANSULA BASIC MELODY - G major The SANSULA BASIC MELODY = SANSULA BASIC, but with a B11 block (11 notes) instead of a B9 block (9 notes). Tuning in 432Hz is possible and can be provided by our services!!!

KALIMBA-ACCESSORIES
	book + CD "Playing the Sansula" by Mark Holdaway A guide for musicians and non-musicians. The only book available to help you play the magical Sansula! This book takes many different approaches to teach you about music with the help of the Sansula. 96 pages, CD included. This new innovative book takes several different approaches: guided improvisations - like guided meditations, but you play music with them. chords - the building blocks of songs and melodies. chord progressions - including backing tracks to help you improvise on your Sansula. Sansula tablature - helps you learn precise phrases or songs, but this section also teaches you general methods to help you create your own music. other tunings - we provide some tablature and chord dictionaries for the standard tuning and three alternative tunings, including Beautiful A, Heavenly E, and Morocco E. other resources - we provide links to more Sansula information.
	Sansula Bag Om het kwetsbare membraan van uw Sansula degelijk te beschermen, stellen we u de gloednieuwe Sansula beschermhoes voor. Deze hoes is vervaardigd uit fiberglas, van binnen rondom gewatteerd. Met verstelbare schouderriem. Gewicht: 350 gr
	Like Water – Music for the Sansula Features an hour of music played on the magical kalimba known as the sansula. Using original tunings, modern effects and innovative recording techniques, Rick Tarquinio creates calm, flowing music perfect for chilling or contemplation. All the pieces were improvised or created using accidental processes and were selected and ordered to evoke various qualities of water. Two of the pieces are couched in field recordings that add to the overall feel and mood of the recording."Like water" is the first full-length recording to feature the sansula in a solo context. It is a glimpse into the soundworld of a remarkable instrument and a highly-skilled musician.

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Percussie set voor kinderen - in boekentasje

Kleine percussieset voor kinderen, inclusief:

een verchroomde triangel met klopper, 1x set (2) houten 4" claves (Cubaans), 1x 6" voorgestemde houten tamboerijn met 4 schellen, 1x paar houten maraca's, 1x houten shaker, 1x plastic shaker (Shaker Egg), 1x houten schellenstok (4 paar schellen), 1x paar verchroomde vingerbekkentjes, 1x polsband met belletjes

Deze percussieset voor kinderen van 3 jaar en ouder helpt ze bij de ontwikkeling van het gehoor en sociale, motorische en muzikale vaardigheden.

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De Zaphir windgong is een echt muziekinstrument. Ieder onderdeel is door gekwalificeerde ambachtslui volgens het oorspronkelijke Shanti ontwerp met de hand geassembleerd in hun atelier aan de voet van de Pyreneeën.

Acht staafjes zijn met zilver aan een metalen plaat gelast aan de onderkant van de resonantie buis. Nauwkeurig afgestemd ontstaat een spel van heldere, boventoonrijke tonen. De boventonen van de kortere staafjes gaan geleidelijk aan overheersen en worden zo de grondtoon. Iedere chime heeft een specifieke magische klankkleur en kan samen met de andere types bespeeld worden. Breng de gong voorzichtig aan zijn touwtje in beweging, of laat het opgehangen aan het plafond, een muur of een tak met de wind spelen. Een kristalhelder ontspannend geluid zal u snel betoveren. Dit en een nieuwe manier van stemmen geeft het geluid nog meer diepte en rijkere boventonen.

Alle windorgeltjes hebben dezelfde afmetingen. De lengte is +/- 125 mm, de diameter +/- 65 mm. Het geluid van de Zaphir windorgeltjes is ook absoluut geweldig voor kinderen. Maar om veiligheidsredenen moeten ze niet worden gegeven in handen van kinderen jonger dan drie jaar oud.

le carillon ZAPHIR
La fabrication de ces carillons, bien connus depuis 1992 sous la marque Shanti, a été complètement innovée en 2010, afin de pouvoir assurer à nouveau la création d' un instrument de qualité, avec un son cristalin riche en harmoniques. Grâce à 25 ans d'expérience dans la création de ces carillons, et en étroite coopération avec les artisans qualifiés de notre atelier, le carillon, "Zapir" est maintenant, à nouveau, disponible en diverses nouvelles tonalités et couleurs.

Tonalités et accordage: les melodies des 5 tonalités respectives ont été obtenues par l'accordage des 8 cordes , chaqune à une différente longueur bien précise et soudées à l'argent dans une rondelle en métal. Après l'assemblage de l'instrument dans la tube de résonance, le carillon est à nouveau accordé à la main, à fin de raffiner l'interaction des harmoniques fondamentales dans un mouvement circulaire et infini . .

Les dimensions du carillon corroborent les principes naturels de l'équilibre liées au "nombre d'or", se révèlent fondamentals pour la qualité des ondes sonores. dimension cylindre : hauteur +/-125mm, largeur +/-65 mm.

Boîte de résonance: la paroi de la boîte de résonance consiste de couches très fines en cellulose de bois 'longue fibres', calandrées sous haute pression Par un enroulement spiralé et étanche des multiples couches, un cylindre fin, dur et flexible est obtenu; des qualités acoustiques indispensables afin d'assurer le timbre chaud du son cristallin du Carillon Zaphir.

Décoration: pour sa decoration une technique bien specifique de marbrure "la peinture à l'huile sur l'eau" a été développée par notre atelier, ce qui donne au carillon son design unique dans une gamme de 20+1 nouvelles couleurs.

Protection: l'extérieur de la boite de résonance a été protégé par une couche vernis à base d'eau, "Ecolabel, normes Jouet - EN71-3" ; l'intérieur par une peinture à base d'eau, "Green Label", Les pièces en bois, teintées noir, ont été cirés.

Entretien: pour une utilisation à l'extérieur; nettoyer et repasser une couche de vernis à base d'eau, de temps à autre.

L'expérience nous montre que nos carillons sont simplement très résistants ; après bien des années, la mélodie crystalline risque de vous surprendre, à nouveau, . . et encore . . !

Son utilisation: Les différentes tonalités avec chacune leur timbre spécifique, combinées avec leur design coloré, permettent d'associer les fréquences naturelles des saisons, des éléments et des chakra's. Elles sont souvent utilisées au travers de thérapies sonores pour la relaxation ou le bien-être ... Malgré l'effet magique du carillon sur les bébés et les enfants, ce n'est pas un jouet, le tenir hors de portée des plus-petits...
Balancez doucement le carillon en le maintenant par son cordon ... A l'extérieur, le placer à l'abri de la pluie... Une brise légère suffira à vous surprendre sur une mélodie inattendue...

The ZAPHIR windchime is an authentic musical instrument. Each part is being hand made by dedicated craftsman in the Zaphir workshop in the heart of the Pyrenees, in the original design that was created for the Shantis. Eight rods of different length are welded with silver into a metal plate at the base of the resonance tube. Through precise tuning of the different tonal ranges - following the natural principles of the law of equilibrium, called "the Golden Ratio" - the harmonic progression of tones switching into overtones gets into a circular flow.

All Zaphir chimes have the same dimensions. Cylindre: Length +/-125 mm, diameter +/- 65mm.

Use: The different tunings and specific timbres of the Zaphir chimes, combined with their coloured design, may join the natural frequencies of seasons, the elements, or chakras, and are often used in sound therapies, for relaxation or healing. Allthough the sound has a wonderful effect on babies and children, the chime is not a toy. Hold the instrument by the upper cord and move it gently. Outside, sheltered from rain a light breeze will stirr an unexpected melody... . All chimes are the same size: cylindrical, height +/-12,5 cm, width +/- 6,5 cm, weight 155 gr. Zaphir chimes come in several tunings, each with its specific magic timbre, and in seven basic colours with a choice of different shades.

Er zijn 5 melodiën beschikbaar ... Cinq accords sont disponibles, chacun ayant son propre timbre magique ... Following 5 tunings are available:

	Crystalide (de lente) - Sol Si Re Sol La Si Re La (G B D G A B D A)
	De lente, het ontwaken, helder en fonkelend. Le printemps, à l'éveil de la nature, des plantes et des animaux. Le son est clair et éclatant comme les étoiles. Springtime, the awakening, clear & sparkling.

	Sunray (de zomer) - La Do# Sol# Si Do# Mi Sol# Mi (A C# G# B C# E G# E)
	Stralende zomer, viering. La chaleur d'un été rayonnent. Il fait penser à des fêtes, à la célébration de la vie. Radiant summer sound, celebration.

	Twilight (de herfst) - Mi Sol Si Do Mi Sol Si Do (E G B C E G B C)
	Kleurrijke herfst, overvloed. L'automne avec tout ses magnifiques couleurs et sa chaleur apaisante. Il peut éveiller des pensées d'abondance et de confiance. Colorful autumn, abundance.

	Sufi -Fa La Re Fa La Sol La Re (F A D F A G A D)
	Spiral Dance

	Blue Moon (de winter) - Re Fa La Si Do Mi La# Do (D F A B C E A# C)
	Winter, stilte. Hiver, silence. Winter, twinkeling silence.

De 7 beschikbare kleuren en hun nuances ... les 7 couleurs disponibles ... the 7 basic colours with a choice of different shades ...

Op basis van zijn 21 jaar ervaring en succes heeft Kabir, de mede-uitvinder van de legendarische Shanti windchimes, een nieuwe windgong ontworpen, met andere materialen, een nieuw design en neiuwe melodieën.

De 'Koshi' windgong is een echt muziekinstrument, een originele creatie van hoge kwaliteit. Elke Koshi chime is handgemaakt aan de voet van de Pyreneën en is het resultaat van nauwgezet vakmanschap. Acht staafjes zijn met zilver aan een metalen plaat gelast aan de onderkant van de resonantie buis. Nauwkeurig afgestemd ontstaat een spel van heldere, boventoonrijke tonen. De boventonen van de kortere staafjes gaan geleidelijk aan overheersen en worden zo de grondtoon. Koshi wind chimes zijn verkrijgbaar in vier melodieën (Terra, Aqua, Aria & Ignis). Iedere chime heeft een specifieke magische klankkleur en kan samen met de andere types bespeeld worden. De klankbuis bestaat uit bamboefineer en is behandeld met natuurlijke olie. Breng de gong voorzichtig aan zijn touwtje in beweging, of laat het opgehangen aan het plafond, een muur of een tak met de wind spelen. Een kristalhelder ontspannend geluid zal u snel betoveren.

Bamboe fineer is veel sterker dan natuurlijk bamboe. Een echte "resonantiebuis" met hoge akoestische eigenschappen wordt gemaakt met dunne laagjes bamboe. Dit en een nieuwe manier van stemmen geeft het geluid nog meer diepte en rijkere boventonen. De diameter van de buis is 6,3 cm en de lengte 16,5 cm, 4cm langer dan de voormalige Shantis. De Koshi kan vermoedelijk buitenshuis gebruikt worden. Net als alle houten voorwerpen, moeten ze dan regelmatig worden behandeld met een beschermende olie. Door gebrek aan langdurige tests, kan de fabrikant helaas het gebruik buitenshuis nog niet helemaal garanderen. Het geluid van de Koshi windorgeltjes is ook absoluut geweldig voor kinderen. Maar om veiligheidsredenen moeten ze niet worden gegeven in handen van kinderen jonger dan drie jaar oud.

De Koshi windorgeltjes zijn vanaf nu verkrijgbaar in onze winkel.

Sur la base de 21 ans d’expérience et de succès, Kabir, l’inventeur des carillons Shanti, a développé un nouveau carillon, avec d’autres matériaux, un nouveau design et de nouvelles mélodies.

Le carillon ‘Koshi’, véritable instrument musical, est une création originale de haute qualité. Fabriqué au pied des montagnes pyrénéennes, chaque carillon est le fruit d'une technique artisanale raffinée. Huit cordes sont soudées à l’argent dans une rondelle de métal fixée à la base d’une caisse de résonance cylindrique. L’accord précis crée un jeu de tons riche en harmoniques. Les harmoniques des cordes les plus courtes dominent graduellement et deviennent des notes fondamentales, formant ainsi une série sonore circulaire. Le carillon Koshi est disponible en quatre accords (Terra, Aqua, Aria & Ignis). Chacun a son propre timbre magique et peut être joué harmonieusement avec tous les autres. Le tube est constitué de placage de bambou traité avec de l’huile naturelle. Balancez doucement le carillon en le maintenant par son cordon: le son cristallin et relaxant vous enchantera. Suspendu, il jouera avec le vent et vous emmènera au loin sur une mélodie inattendue.

Du placage de bambou a été utilisé parce que celui-ci est plus solide que le bambou naturel. Un véritable "tube de résonance", d’une haute qualité acoustique, est fabriqué avec des fines couches de bambou. Cela, et une nouvelle technique d’accordage, donne au son plus de profondeur et enrichit les harmoniques. Le diamètre du tube est de 6,3 cm et la longueur est de 16,5 cm, 4 cm de plus que les anciens Shantis. Les carillons Koshi devraient bien durer en extérieur. Cependant, comme avec tous les objets en bois, ils doivent être traités avec une huile protectrice. Je dois admettre que pour l’instant je ne peux vous donner aucune garantie, n’ayant pas assez de recul dans le temps. Le son des carillons est absolument merveilleux pour des enfants. Mais pour des raisons de sécurité, ils devraient être mis hors de la portée des enfants de moins de trois ans.

Les carillons Koshi sont maintenant disponibles à notre magasin.

Based on 21 years of experience and success, Kabir, the inventor of the world renowned Shanti chimes, has developed a new chime, with different materials, a new design and new melodies.

The ‘Koshi’ chime is an authentic musical instrument, an original creation of high quality. Hand made at the foot of the Pyrenees mountains, each chime is the result of meticulous craftsmanship. Eight chords are welded with silver into the metal plate at the base of the resonance tube. Precise tuning creates a play of clear tones that is rich in overtones. The overtones of the shorter chords gradually dominate and become fundamentals, thus forming a circular tone range. Koshi chimes come in four tunings (Terra, Aqua, Aria & Ignis). Each has a specific magic timbre and can be played harmoniously with all others. The tube, made in our workshop, consists of bamboo veneer treated with natural oil. Move the chime gently holding it by its cord: the crystalline, relaxing sound may leave you in quiet wonder. Outside, as it plays with the wind it will carry you away on an unexpected melody.

I have used bamboo veneer as it is much stronger than the natural bamboo. A true “resonance tube” of a high acoustic quality is made with thin layers of bamboo. This and a new tuning technique that I developed give the sound even more depth and enrich the harmonics. The diameter of the tube is 6,3 cm and the height is 16,5 cm., 4cm longer than the former Shantis. The Koshi chimes should be good for outdoors use. However, like all wooden objects, they must be regularly treated with a protective oil. I have to admit that for now, without time experience I can’t yet give any guarantee. The sound of the chimes is most wonderful for children. But for security reasons they should not be given in hands of children under three years old.

The Koshi wind chimes are now available in our shop.

KOSHI SOUND SAMPLES
Terra	Aqua	Aria	Ignis
♪ G C E F G C E G	♪ A D F G A D F A	♪ A C E A B C E B	♪ G B D G B D G A

listen to the 4 Koshis in sequence

"Woodstock Chimes offers a unique variety of high quality, affordable musical gifts from around the world that inspire, entertain and bring pleasure to people of all ages. We design and sell the world-famous Woodstock Chimes and distribute a line of award-winning musical instruments and toys called the Woodstock Music Collection. My wife, Diane, and I started Woodstock Percussion, Inc. in 1979. We are a family-owned business located in New York's beautiful Hudson Valley. In addition to being the founder and owner of Woodstock Chimes, I am a professional musician. I tour and record with the world-renowned percussion group, NEXUS, as well as with Steve Reich. My background in music explains my strong commitment to fine tuning and great sound - which is what makes our products appealing to everyone and unique to the gift industry. I am proud of every product we make and hope you'll enjoy them as much as I do."

Garry Kvistad Founder & CEO Woodstock Chimes

Every part of a Woodstock Chime is weather protected. Over time, however, those layers of protection can begin to wear. To enjoy your Woodstock Chime for years to come, we suggest you hang it in an area that is not exposed to long term direct sunlight and periodically clean it with a damp cloth and mild detergent.

Nature's Melody is the premier seller of high quality wind chimes. Using only the best components and tuned by master craftsmen, these musically sounding chimes make a wonderful gift for you and your friends.

This modern designed chime is a fit for every home. It is made entirely of aluminum. The six tubes are musically tuned to individual pentatonic scale producing a rich and soothing sound. With the easy hanging S hook, it can be hung anywhere around the house without the hassle of taking out your toolbox.

• Six recycled-aluminum tubes with durable powder coat black finish
• Thick tubing wall creates a longer lasting tone
• Each tube is precision tuned to individual pentatonic scale
• Hang under a roof overhang, or on a tree with its easy-hanging S hook
• Suitable for outdoor use

De moderne vormgegeving van deze windgongen past bij ieder huisstijl. Volledig vervaardigd uit aluminium. De zes klankbuizen zijn stuk voor stuk gestemd volgens een pentatonische toonladder en geven een rijk en rustgevend geluid. Met de eenvoudige S-haak kan de windgong overal makkelijk in en om het huis opgehangen worden.

• Zes buizen uit gerecycleerd aluminium, met een duurzame poedercoating in zwart
• De dikwandige buizen creëren een toon de lang aanhoudt
• Iedere klankbuis is met veel precisie harmonisch gestemd volgens een pentatonische toonladder
• Hang het windorgel onder een afdak of aan een boom, met de grote S-haak.
• Geschikt voor zowel binnen als buiten

Aureole Tunes AT88BK - L 223cm		Aureole Tunes AT65BK - L 165cm		Aureole Tunes AT42BK - L 106cm

 

Deze fantastische windchimes creeëren een magisch sfeertje, doordat ze lange tijd blijven naklinken en hun klank met momenten aanzwelt en dan terug wegebt. De wind blaast op de windschijf en doet zo de klopper tegen de klankstaven slaan. Tegelijkertijd brengt de wind één of meerdere horizontale resonatoren in beweging. Die heen- en weergaande beweging doet een zacht golvend ritme ontstaan waardoor de klank luider en dan weer stiller wordt.

Klankstaven, resonatoren en windschijf zijn vervaardigd uit koper. De ophangbeugel is uit ijzer. De metaaloppervlakten zijn onbehandeld. Hierdoor kunnen er mooie kleurschakeringen ontstaan wanneer de chime buiten wordt gehangen en onderhevig wordt aan de verschillende weersomstandigheden. De klank wordt hierdoor evenwel niet beïnvloed! Deze windchimes bestaan in verschillende toonhoogten en afmetingen.

luister naar enkele windchimes

Elfenhuisjes: Een driehoekvormig bronzen plaatje wordt voor een resonantiekastje gehangen, dat vervaardigd is uit hooggebrande Keramiek. Wanneer de wind nu het metalen plaatje en de holle kleivorm in beweging zet, ontstaat een kristalheldere, warme klank. Het Elfenhuisje komt het best tot zijn recht, wanneer je 'm in een boom hangt.

Elfenklokjes: Twee driehoekvormig bronzen plaatjes - het ene een octaaf hoger gestemd dan het andere - zijn zodanig opgehangen, dat de wind ze tegen mekaar aan slaat. Hierdoor ontstaan fijne, hoge, magische klanken.

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De regenstok is gemaakt van de uitgebloeide delen van een cactus. Wanneer de delen nog groen zijn, worden de naalden naar binnen gedrukt. Hierdoor ontstaat binnen de cactus een net van naalden. Hierna word de cactus gedroogd en gevuld met kleine zaden of kiezelsteentjes en dan weer gesloten. Door beweging van de pijp wordt het geluid van vallende regen nagebootst. Alle rainsticks die wij in onze winkel verkopen, zijn door ons uitgekozen en op klankkwaliteit geselecteerd.

• Curanderos (genezers) gebruiken de regenstok om hun patiënten te ontspannen
• In Chili bestaat een dorpje met de naam Serena. De ouders wiegen de kinderen in slaap met het geluid van de regenstok

"The Quisca Cactus, which provides the magical body for the rainstick, grows in the Atakama desert at the foothills of the Andes. These cactus live in forests and hold water while they are alive. After they have completed their life cycle, their body dries out and can be used as this magical instrument. The spines are removed, turned around and inserted into the cactus which is then filled with pebbles of different sizes. If you turn the cactus instrument around the pebbles flow over the spines at different speeds, creating the wonderful sound of rain."

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ELECTRIFY YOUR SOUL!
The thunder tube creates its song by gently shaking the drum so that the vibrations of the spring are transmitted to the head – creating a unique sound that exists somewhere between a gong and a dijeridoo.
Covered in a lightning graphic, your hands will feel the electricity in the sound you generate.
Can be used as a sonic centering device for friends.
Allow it to reflect the energy of the lightning of your soul.

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The Spring Drums’ sound is generated by moving the drum (coil facing downwards) so the vibrations of the spring are transmitted through to the head. The almost indescribable and musically interesting sound has been described as a cross between a cuica, a sheet of thunder, a suspended cymbal roll, and the roar of a lion.

To play it simply grasp the body of the instrument in one hand and shake it with a twisting motion, thus allowing the spring to vibrate. You can create a variety of effects by placing the opposite hand over the top and by scraping the spring or striking the spring while it is in motion

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The Jew's Harp is a small musical instrument which is held against the teeth or lips, and plucked with the fingers. Its appearance in many cultures of the world,and ancient roots, attest to the magical essence of this simple instrument.

How to Play the Jew's Harp:

1. The Jew's Harp consists of a cast iron or steel frame and a tempered steel tongue. The tongue of the instrument lies between the jaws of the frame and is played by vibrating the tongue, which is done by striking or plucking, with the forefinger.
2. Take the Jew's Harp lightly in the hand, using care that the hand touches only the frame and not the tongue.
3. Place the harp against the front teeth, which must be slightly apart.
4. The upper and lower lips should rest on the top and bottom of the frame.
5. With your forefinger, pluck the tongue of the Jew's Harp, either by pushing or pulling. While the harp's tongue is in motion, silently pronounce the vowels (A-E-I-O-U). This is an easy way to learn how to produce sounds, which occur by altering the size of the mouth cavity. Using small amounts of air (either inhaling or exhaling) will alter the sound quality. Moving your tongue (thus changing the size of the mouth cavity) and using small amounts of air will, in no time at all, produce many different tones. You then combine this with the rhythmic beat of the music.
   

This bamboo mouthbow comes with a mallet.

Available in two lengths:

• approx. 70 cm (28")
• approx. 90 cm (35")

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