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Kids Drums

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With West Music's collection of percussion instruments for kids, it's never too early to get your children to make music and explore rhythm. It can be as easy as taking out a paddle drum, clapper, whistle, boomwhackers, egg shaker, or tambourine and letting your child play. After all, a steady beat and rhythm are two key elements of music! West Music can provide you with a diverse selection of fun and easy percussion instruments with rhythm kits containing tambourines, sand blocks, castanets, shakers, and more!

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Kids' Drums

Kids' drums are a fantastic way to introduce children to music, rhythm, coordination skills, and teamwork. From the energetic beats of bongos to the resonant sounds of floor drums, these instruments offer a hands-on, engaging experience that fosters creativity and motor skills in young learners. A kids’ drum is typically a smaller, lighter version of a standard drum explicitly designed for children. These drums range from simple hand drums to more elaborate junior drum sets. They are perfect for kids to explore primary rhythms and enjoy the tactile sensation of creating sounds. Kids’ drums are a valuable tool for developing a child's love for music and enhancing their overall learning experience, whether in a classroom or at home.

The Cajon: A Versatile Starter Drum

An inexpensive and versatile starter drum, the Cajon, a type of box drum, is an increasingly popular percussion instrument among children. Its compact size and deep, resonant sounds make it an attractive option for kids to experiment with different beats and hand techniques. The variety of sounds that can be created on the cajon make it a favorite with children.

Bongos for Young Percussionists

Another inexpensive drum, Bongos, consisting of two small, connected drums, is ideal for young percussionists. They are straightforward to play and allow children to experiment with different rhythms and tones. Bongos are a great introduction to hand drumming techniques and rhythmic patterns.

Toddler Drum Sets

A toddler drum set is an exciting introduction to the world of drumming for toddlers who show an early interest in music. These sets are scaled down to be accessible for more minor children and often come with various components, like a bass drum, snare, and cymbal, providing a complete drumming experience.

Floor Drums for Easy Learning

For an easier-to-learn alternative, floor drums are large, freestanding drums that produce deep, satisfying tones. These drums are perfect for children as they can be played while sitting or standing, making them accessible for various age groups. Floor drums encourage kids to use all their arms to drum, helping them develop gross motor skills.

Kids' Tubano Drums

The kids' Tubano is a cylindrical floor drum that produces deep, resonant sounds. It's designed to be played with hands or mallets and is an excellent tool for teaching rhythm and coordination in a fun and engaging way.

Gathering Drums for Group Play

The gathering drum is a type of floor drum large enough for multiple children to play simultaneously, promoting collaborative music-making. It's an excellent instrument for teaching teamwork and the joy of shared musical experiences, and it is a staple in music classrooms and group activities.

Hand Drums

Hand drums are excellent tools for teaching basic drumming techniques and musical skills. They are very accessible to students of any age and can easily accommodate an entire class for music making. The hand drum can be used for rhythmic echo work, group play, rhythm reading, or ensemble work.

Author: Aaron Hansen