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
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.