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Keyboard Percussion

Shop Xylophones, Glockenspiels, Vibraphones, Marimbas, and more at West Music!

Keyboard percussion instruments play a unique but essential role in the classroom. West Music's high-quality xylophones, glockenspiels, vibraphones, marimbas, and concert chimes can take any music education classroom to the next level. These instruments are also on wheels for easy transport, so you can use them wherever the music takes you! Browse our selection for the right keyboard percussion instrument for your home or classroom.

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Keyboard Percussion Instruments

Keyboard percussion instruments are a unique family within the percussion group, known for their musical and rhythmic capabilities. Instruments like xylophones, marimbas, vibraphones, and glockenspiels offer diverse sounds, adding melodic and harmonic dimensions to musical compositions.

Xylophones

The xylophone, characterized by its wooden bars struck by mallets, is a staple in educational settings and professional performances. It produces a bright, crisp sound that is easily recognizable. Xylophones are used in various musical genres, from classical and folk to contemporary music, adding a lively and rhythmic element.

Marimbas

Marimbas, similar in design to xylophones but larger, have wooden bars that produce deeper and warmer tones. The resonators beneath the bars amplify the sound, making the marimba a rich, resonant instrument. Marimbas are integral to both orchestral compositions and solo performances and are appreciated for their expressive range and depth.

Vibraphones

The vibraphone creates a distinct vibrato sound with metal bars and motor-driven resonators. This instrument is prevalent in jazz music and used in classical and contemporary genres. The vibraphone's sustained, mellow tones contrast the brighter sounds of other keyboard percussion instruments.

Glockenspiels

The glockenspiel, often confused with the xylophone, consists of tuned metal bars and is played with hard mallets, producing a clear, bell-like sound. It's a favorite in orchestras and marching bands for its bright, piercing quality that can cut through even the most prominent ensembles.

Concert Chimes

Concert Chimes provide a majestic sound addition to any ensemble. The tubular chimes are played with a small hammer and are set in a keyboard order.