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Fair Trade African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba - Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music - with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
Fair Trade African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba - Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music - with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
Fair Trade African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba - Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music - with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
Fair Trade African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba - Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music - with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo

African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard

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African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard

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Thornhill
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01225290786
Description

🎶 12-Note African Kalimba – Handcrafted in Kenya

Earth-born rhythm • Ethically made • Naturally resonant

This beautifully handcrafted 12-note kalimba, also known as a “finger piano”, is a celebration of African musical tradition and sustainable craftsmanship. Made in Kenya by skilled artisans, it features a hollow box body carved from renewable wood, adorned with rustic burn designs, and fitted with recycled metal strips that serve as keys—each one tuned to produce warm, melodic tones.

🌿 Sustainable Materials & Design

  • The body is shaped from responsibly sourced wood, chosen for its acoustic resonance and natural grain.
  • Burned patterns add a rustic, earthy aesthetic, making each instrument visually unique.
  • Keys are crafted from recycled metal, giving new life to discarded materials while producing clear, vibrant notes.

Handmade by Kenyan Artisans

  • Created using traditional techniques passed down through generations in artisan communities.
  • Your purchase supports fair trade practices and helps sustain local livelihoods and musical heritage.

🎵 Musical Uses & Benefits
•     Beginner-friendly: Easy to play with thumbs—no musical training required.
•     Portable and lightweight: Ideal for travel, festivals, classrooms, or quiet reflection.
•     Versatile sound: Use for solo melodies, accompaniment, storytelling, or sound healing.
•     Encourages mindfulness, creativity, and emotional expression—perfect for musicians, educators, and wellness practitioners.

📏 Specifications
•     Notes: 12 metal tines arranged for intuitive play
•     Body: Hollow box made from renewable wood
•     Finish: Burned decorative accents
•     Dimensions: Approx. 17 × 9 × 5 cm

This kalimba isn’t just an instrument—it’s a story in sound, a rhythm from the land, and a tribute to the hands that shaped it. 

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Description

🎶 12-Note African Kalimba – Handcrafted in Kenya

Earth-born rhythm • Ethically made • Naturally resonant

This beautifully handcrafted 12-note kalimba, also known as a “finger piano”, is a celebration of African musical tradition and sustainable craftsmanship. Made in Kenya by skilled artisans, it features a hollow box body carved from renewable wood, adorned with rustic burn designs, and fitted with recycled metal strips that serve as keys—each one tuned to produce warm, melodic tones.

🌿 Sustainable Materials & Design

  • The body is shaped from responsibly sourced wood, chosen for its acoustic resonance and natural grain.
  • Burned patterns add a rustic, earthy aesthetic, making each instrument visually unique.
  • Keys are crafted from recycled metal, giving new life to discarded materials while producing clear, vibrant notes.

Handmade by Kenyan Artisans

  • Created using traditional techniques passed down through generations in artisan communities.
  • Your purchase supports fair trade practices and helps sustain local livelihoods and musical heritage.

🎵 Musical Uses & Benefits
•     Beginner-friendly: Easy to play with thumbs—no musical training required.
•     Portable and lightweight: Ideal for travel, festivals, classrooms, or quiet reflection.
•     Versatile sound: Use for solo melodies, accompaniment, storytelling, or sound healing.
•     Encourages mindfulness, creativity, and emotional expression—perfect for musicians, educators, and wellness practitioners.

📏 Specifications
•     Notes: 12 metal tines arranged for intuitive play
•     Body: Hollow box made from renewable wood
•     Finish: Burned decorative accents
•     Dimensions: Approx. 17 × 9 × 5 cm

This kalimba isn’t just an instrument—it’s a story in sound, a rhythm from the land, and a tribute to the hands that shaped it. 

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Fair Trade African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba - Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music - with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
Fair Trade African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba - Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music - with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo
African 12 Note Thumb Piano Karimba Mbira Kalimba // Hand crafted Tell Stories with Music // with Storycard - FriendlyTradingCo