Bag for 10-Tone Kalimba
The lamellophones constitute a typically African instrument family that enchants with their crystalline and soothing sound.
At Rhythms & Roots, discover authentic kalimbas, mbiras, sanzas and other thumb pianos.
These metal-tined instruments offer a unique musical experience, accessible to all.
The lamellophones constitute a typically African instrument family that enchants with their crystalline and soothing sound.
At Rhythms & Roots, discover authentic kalimbas, mbiras, sanzas and other thumb pianos.
These metal-tined instruments offer a unique musical experience, accessible to all.
History and African traditions
Originally from sub-Saharan Africa, these instruments have accompanied rituals, ceremonies and moments of sharing for millennia. Each region has developed its own variants, with specific tunings and repertoires. Their artisanal manufacture perpetuates ancestral traditions.
Operating principle
The principle is simple: flexible metal tines are fixed on a wooden resonance box. The musician plucks these tines with their thumbs to produce crystalline notes. The arrangement of the tines follows melodic and harmonic logics specific to each tradition.
Benefits and contemporary uses
These instruments find their place today in:
- Relaxation and meditation: soothing and repetitive sounds
- Music therapy: beneficial effects on stress
- Musical awakening: easy learning for children
- Contemporary creation: unique sounds in the studio
Our selection
We offer authentic traditional instruments as well as contemporary creations, all selected for their sound quality and finish. From beginner models to collector pieces, everyone will find their happiness.
Let yourself be lulled by the sonic magic of these millennial instruments.
