Kalimba 8 Key Thumb Piano Mbira Likembe African Thumb Pocket Fingering Piano

Kalimba 8 Key Thumb Piano Mbira Likembe African Thumb Pocket Fingering Piano Features: - This expertly crafted Karimba (also known as a Kalimba, Mbira or Thumb Piano) is made from rosewood - Metal keys are suspended above the acoustic chamber, and when plucked with the fingers or thumbs, it makes a delightfully rich sound - This gorgeous Mbira is great for use as a decoration, and a great educational gift for children Specifications: Material: Rosewood and metal Color: Red, Green, Nature Size: approx.16.3x 13.5x 2.1cm Product Background: Thumb piano is a traditional musical instrument in Africa. In different African countries, it has different names. Such as Kalimba,Mbira,Likembe,Sanza,Thumb Piano and so on. The sounding body part is the flexible metal strips in different length, while use wood or gourd as a resonance box. Such an instrument are played for the function that it's not only rid the evil from patients, but also play the role of praying for rain. Therefore, it is one of people's favorite instruments in many countries. How to use: The main function of thumb piano is used for accompaniment. When it is played, you should hold the main body by two hands, and then use two thumb to play with it. When the thumb presses and releases the piano, the steel slice will make sounds. Package Included: 1 x 8 Keys Kalimba Mbira Thumb Piano