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Kids Percussion

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West Music is the perfect place to find drums for children or bongos for kids!

Learn to play in minutes, then spend a lifetime mastering them. That’s one of many reasons everyone loves drums and percussion instruments. And with shakers, bells, and mini drums made especially for babies and toddlers, you can start ‘em out before they’re even crawling.

Percussion instruments are flat-out rockstars when it comes to teaching rhythm patterns and music basics to children of all ages and abilities. Take out a lollipop drum, shaker, or tambourine and introduce simple percussive patterns or encourage kids to play along with a favorite song. There’s no right or wrong way to have a percussion jam!

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More Resources

Kids' Percussion Instruments

Introducing children to percussion instruments helps cultivate their musical skills, coordination, and sense of rhythm. Kids' percussion instruments like castanets, egg shakers, Boomwhackers, lollipop drums, and hand drums offer an accessible and enjoyable entry into the world of music. They enhance children's natural rhythm and coordination, encouraging creativity, listening skills, and collaborative play. In a classroom or at home, kids' percussion instruments are a fantastic way to introduce the joy and fundamentals of music to young learners. 

Castanets for Rhythm and Coordination

Castanets, often used in flamenco music, are simple yet engaging percussion instruments for children. They consist of two wooden or plastic shells clicked together with the fingers, and they teach children about rhythm and coordination in a fun, tactile way. 

Egg Shakers: Simple and Fun

Egg shakers are precisely what they sound like - small, egg-shaped shakers that fit perfectly in little hands. They are one of the simplest percussion shakers for children, yet they provide endless entertainment and are a great way to introduce rhythm. 

Boomwhackers: Colorful Tuned Percussion

Boomwhackers are tuned percussion tubes that produce different notes when struck against a surface or each other. They are color-coded according to pitch, making them fun to play and educational in teaching musical scales and harmony. 

Kid's Drums: Smaller Versions of Traditional Instruments

Kid's drums are an excellent introduction to traditional instruments. They are typically a smaller, lighter version of a standard drum designed for easy playability. Whether a small hand drum or a junior drum set, these instruments allow children to explore rhythm and tempo hands-on. Remo-branded drums are a great place to start looking for these types of drums. 

Remo Lollipop Drum: A Young Percussionist's Favorite

The Remo lollipop drum is a favorite among young percussionists. It is named for its round, lollipop-like appearance. With a simple drumstick, children can produce various sounds on this handheld drum, exploring dynamics and rhythm. 

Remo Hand Drums: Quality and Durability for Children

Remo hand drums are known for their quality and durability, making them ideal for use with children. These drums come in various sizes and are designed to be easy to play, providing a satisfying and authentic drumming experience for young musicians. 

Author: Aaron Hansen

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