Outdoor pentatonic musical instruments

Percussion Play's collection of outdoor musical instruments are suitable for permanent outdoor installation in public areas. The range includes chimes, bell trees, mirrored chimes and large-scale instruments, with options for pentatonic and diatonic tuning, colourful finishes and wall-mounted or free-standing formats

Rainbow Trio Ensemble (C5-C6) is a musical set for early years, combining Rainbow Bongos, Rainbow Metallophone, and Rainbow Chimes, all tuned to the pentatonic scale. Designed for small spaces, it encourages musical play and skill development in children. Suitable for ground, surface, or wall mounting, and supports ADA accessibility: compact

The design of our Tembos is based on a group of instruments called ‘plosive aerophones.’ Plosive Aerophones are a simple idea that makes awesome outdoor musical instruments. These music-making instruments look and sound so intriguing visitors cannot resist having a try when they encounter them. They are so easy and rewarding to play, yet most

Music is not only a powerful form of expression but countless studies have proved that it is key for developing language, problem solving, logic and creativity. The Chime Cascade is tuned pentatonic scale and creates a wonderful rich sound. This product is fun for children to run between posts to make their own game and tunes or for a team to work

Cadenzas are scaled-down outdoor musical instruments perfect for one player and comfortable enough for two. Robust, weather-proof, and durable, the notes are arranged as a traditional xylophone or glockenspiel with low to high notes going from left to right. Notes are available in aluminium, hardwood, or GRP, each giving its distinct sound when

Rainbow Chimes are a wonderful instrument to get young children interested and excited about music. Bright and inviting the chimes are easy to securely fix in the ground, to a wall, fence or post and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Perfect for nursery schools, pre-schools and kindergartens, the harmonious pentatonic notes are ideal for

Rainbow Collection is a range of rainbow-coloured musical instruments designed for young children. Instruments are suitable for children as young as two, supporting early exploration of pitch and tempo, encouraging creative expression, development of language, dexterity, and memory while creating a vibrant colourful environment

Seven 100mm-diameter aluminium chimes range from 1.2m to 1.8m tall and can be installed directly into the ground in any arrangement. They are tuned in A Minor Pentatonic A2-C4. Built with durable materials designed to withstand tough environments, the centre post is strengthened, and the outer tubes are fixed using stainless steel security screws

Daisy Petal Drum is a stainless steel outdoor tongue drum. This robust outdoor instrument produces gentle ethereal sounds using a soft mallet. Ideal for inclusive playgrounds, music parks, sensory playgrounds and inter-generational play. Each ‘Petal Drum’ contains a small (10”/250mm) Babel Drum encased within petals. Tuned in A-Minor one of the most widely used scales of all

Akadinda is inspired by a traditional xylophone originating in Africa and is perfect for outdoor musical play. This enormous instrument can accommodate up to four players and is ideal for bringing people together for impromptu performances. It's great fun to play with huge, resilient hardwood notes with a natural mellow, low tone tuned to the

With the largest standing over 2.5m in height, our Emperor Chimes really are the daddy of all chimes - large in sound and size. As a full set of six, they offer a complete C-Major Pentatonic octave C3-C4. Striking the chime with your hands just about anywhere along the tube produces a deep, resonant, powerful tone that you hear and can feel. The

Highly polished aluminium anodised notes are arranged in the pentatonic c-major scale (C3-C5) using the universal mounting brackets, which can be used on virtually any surface. These chimes will have a visual and auditory effect. The unique mirror finish will add intrigue and light, great for a dark courtyard garden or sensory area. They will

Whether you call them Cattails, reeds, or bullrushes, these sleek chimes are instantly recognisable as the slender marsh plant with tall stems and dark brown velvety heads. Stainless steel ‘stems’ support the three or six light bronze cylindrical anodised aluminium chimes, which produce tranquil and harmonic sounds when struck with small soft

Perfect for nursery schools, pre-schools and kindergartens, this bright and inviting metallophone is easy to securely fix in the ground, a wall, fence or post and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Space-saving Rainbow Metallophone is a pentatonically tuned instrument and a great way to foster musical development in young children: learn

Liberty Bells C Major Pentatonic is an outdoor musical instrument with six powder-coated aluminium bells, tuned to the C major pentatonic scale (C4–C5), each mounted on stainless steel stems at varying heights and angles.It creates melodic sounds when struck with attached mallets and has a mushroom-inspired appearance: outdoor musical instrument

Tutti is a triad of xylophones, with cascades of notes made from three different materials, securely fixed to a single post, becoming one ‘super-instrument’- perfect for playing with a couple of friends. The notes of aluminium, GRP, and hardwood each offer different sustain and tonal properties. The single post makes installation easy and quicker

Papilio is Percussion Play's largest single instrument spanning over 2.4m (8ft) and accommodating up to 4 players. Suitable for all ages. Papilio is a tubular bell-type metallophone constructed using notes of anodised aluminium tubes, suspended by stainless steel cables, and supported by a stainless steel frame. Tuned in the Key of C-Major, the

The Quintet Ensemble of five outdoor musical instruments offers a well-rounded range of tones and resonance. Includes: Cherub Bells; Sansa-Rimba Mysteria Xylophone; Akadinda Large Marimba; set of 7 Tubular Bells; Rainbow Sambas. Features: tuned to the pentatonic scale; suitable for all, regardless of musical ability; ensemble offers a varied range of tones; good

The Duo is a distinctive instrument with an ergonomic curved design. Accessible from both sides, this instrument can be enjoyed by up to four players. Tuned to the pentatonic scale, the left and right-hand sides are mirrored, and the scale is C-major spanning 2 octaves from C4 to C6. The notes of the Duo have no wires or strings and are

My Tunes are a unique concept and great fun to play for all ages. Anodized aluminum notes are suspended between stainless steel posts and arranged sequentially so that a familiar tune is played by simply striking the notes in order. Bespoke anodised aluminium chimes with notes arranged sequentially so that a tune is played by simply striking the

Curated sets of outdoor musical instruments are designed for group play by beginners and advanced musicians. Each ensemble combines instruments selected for their sound and character, supporting cohesive musical experiences in outdoor environments

Flamboyant Calypso Chimes, with their clear, lively tones and beautiful anodised finish, are sure to spread good vibes wherever they are. Available in different arrangements, they’re an excellent choice for music parks, playgrounds, schools, family attractions, hospital gardens, and community open spaces. Eight individual Calypso Chimes range from

Set of 11 chimes tuned in C Major Pentatonic (C3-C5). With chimes ranging from 1.6-2.4m (63 95"), this sound sculpture delivers powerful resonant tones, and visitors will experience the pure joy of making music and playing with sound while outdoors. Exceptional vibrations guarantee an extraordinary sensory experience: large scale and very robust

Harmony is based upon a traditional Vietnamese bamboo xylophone called a T'rung. Elegant, with an irresistibly beautiful sound and resonance, Harmony is perfect for melodic exploration. Like a vertical marimba or xylophone, the eleven thick anodised aluminium tubes are arranged lengthwise, horizontally, and supported by heavy-duty nylon-coated