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Keynotes

Freenotes points of interest page includes The Rhyme & the Reason

Music Education Outdoors

Using Freenotes as an outdoor music classroom 

Freenotes for Children with Special Needs

Through the medium of music many essential enabling and life skills can be learned

The Power of Drumming

Therapeutic values behind theTubano Drums

Music Therapy

Health benefit of music and Freenotes for Older Adults 

Curriculum Matters

Freenotes & the curriculum; includes free lesson plans (registered) 

Index of Music Terms - Music Glossary

Some words you’ll find music  folk use all the time – learn what they mean and sound really intelligent!
 

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Musical Playground Equipment

Freechimes from Freenotes

Outdoor Musical Chimes

Freechimes are our range of Outdoor Musical Chimes which are tuned by hand and highly resonant.  Available in a number of pentatonic or diatonic scales or individual notes, these chimes have an outstanding clarity and sustain. Ideal as music teaching resources, music therapy equipment or playground equipment with a difference they will enhance your outdoor environment both visually and acoustically.

Freenotes Mini Series

 Freenotes Mini Outdoor Musical Instruments

These mini outdoor musical instruments are perfect for small playgrounds, courtyards, sensory gardens or outdoor classrooms.  These smaller, compact versions of the originals still produce big sounds and players still get to experience the delights of playing music outdoors even when space is limited.

 

Outdoor Musical Instrument: Tubano Drums

Outdoor Tubano Children's Drum

This eye-catching set of five outdoor drums are easily our most popular product.  Available in many different colour combinations they are visually appealing, easy to play whatever your age and make great outdoor musical instruments.  These drums are suitable for music lessons, outdoor school performances, drumming and music therapy sessions as well as great outdoor play equipment . Playing the Tubano Drums will shape a love for music, beat and rhythm.

 

Musical Playground Equipment: Eye Chimes

Sensory Playground Equipment: Eye Chimes

Statuesque in their appearance, Eye Chimes are visually and acoustically exceptional chimes producing harmonious tones with outstanding resonance.  With alternating silver or black anodised finish, their gorgeous yet simple design allows each chime to resonate freely for a long-lasting duration.  Their sounds are vibrant with each chime giving a deeper tone as they increase in size. Perfect for creative playgrounds.

Playground Chimes: Swirl Aluminium Chimes

Children's Outdoor Playground Equipment

The Swirl is an eye-catching instrument that looks and sounds graceful but is substantially built from weatherproof aluminium. The Swirl's musical notes sweep up and down the instrument produce an upbeat and lively tone in the key of C major. Beautiful to the eye as well as the ear this outdoor musical instrument is perfect for cheering up the school playground.

Playground Equipment: Flying Amadinda

Outdoor Play Equipment for Children

The Flying Amadinda is perfect for outdoor musical play. Big enough to accommodate up to four players this large outdoor musical instrument with its big hardwood notes is great fun to play.  Tuned to the pentatonic scale in C major it is perfect for improvising and experimenting with music whilst being in the fresh air.

Outdoor Xylophone: Amadinda Xylophone

Amadinda Outdoor Xylophone

This instrument originates from Uganda and the word Amadinda translates to ‘Big Keys’ – a perfect description!  This is a substantial outdoor musical instrument that produces a strong, deep, resonant sound.  Perfect as school playground equipment and equally effective as an outdoor music therapy instrument, the Amadinda is tuned to C major pentatonic scale making it very easy and enjoyable to play.

Outdoor Xylophone: Imbarimba Xylophone

Imbarimba Xylophone Outdoor Instrument

The Imbarimba is a bright, stimulating and colourful teaching and music resource and would be a great addition as school playground equipment. This outdoor musical instrument is a clever blend of two African instruments; the Marimba and Kalimba, it has a distinct sound, is easy to play and perfect for improvising and musical exploration.

Outdoor Instruments: Pegasus Metallophone

Outdoor Pegasus Metallophone

The Pegasus from Freenotes will add a touch of sparkle and excitement to the usual playground equipment and is about the brightest outdoor musical instrument you'll find.  Made with aluminium which is lightweight, yet strong, weather-proof and durable.  The Pegasus creates a clear, penetrating sound which immediately brings smiles to its players and listeners.

Outdoor Instruments: Manta Ray Metallophone

Manta Ray

The Manta Ray is an outdoor metallophone with a difference.  It has a beautiful, elegant shape with mirroring diatonic (c major)  scales on each side, making it easy for two to play alongside each other.  The Manta Ray is characterised by a bright, clear, softer tone produced by the individual aluminium tubes suspended by coated steel cable.   Perfect as an outdoor music teaching resource, music therapy instrument or as playground equipment.