City of Stars” : Another romantic tune, this one from the movie La La Land, sounds magical on the kalimba and entrances a cute kitten. The body of the Mugig Kalimba is made of Mahogany while its tines are made with ore metals. Hence, it is durable and provides longer sustain as well as great sound and touch feeling.

When you hear Louis Armstrong sing “What a Wonderful World,” you truly believe the world is a good and friendly place. Written by Bob Thiele, the song was first released in 1967 and then got attention later when it appeared in the film Good Morning, Vietnam in 1988. With just four notes to learn, Phil Collins’s “True Colors” is amongst the easiest to learn to play on kalimba. If you’re feeling a bit intimidated at the thought of getting started, let this song set you on your kalimba-playing adventures.There was a time when binge-watching TV shows wasn’t a thing, which meant fans of The Wizard of Oz had to wait patiently to watch this beloved kids’ favorite when it finally came on TV. It did every year without fail and so, too, did the song for which it’s primarily known: “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” Judy Garland made it and the land of Oz an escape for kids of all ages. This song was a tribute and subliminal goodbye to a Captain’s beloved homeland and appears in the beloved musical, The Sound of Music. This flower symbolizes their loyalty to Austria; its gentle melody makes it an ideal ditty for the kalimba. Kumbaya was originally written in 1939 and was based on a prayer the composer heard in Oregon. In modern times, the phrase is commonly used as a means of reconciling some sort of conflict from opposing parties. It’s definitely a wholesome song to add! The Walter.D produces a beautiful sound with diverse melodies. It is a well dedicated and detailed when it comes to sound quality. Besides, it has 17 keys made from carbon steel. Hence, it produces nothing less in quality than perfect sound. You can play the Walter.D Kalimba with ease.

Walnut & Maple / Ore Metal Piano Keyboard (1) Walnut & Maple / Ore Metal Piano Keyboard (1 product)Let’s start things off with an iconic sound of the American ’60s. This is the song that saved the duo’s failed album “Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M.” in 1964.

Considering tonality, it produces the international C key tone and has about 10 keys. You can learn and this Kalimba furnished with imprint notation without stress. In fact, it is easy to play as long as you can pull the keys. As an instrument that’s existed for thousands of years, the kalimba boasts a rich musical history and broad repertoire. As a diatonic instrument, it also lends itself wonderfully to melody, making it an ideal choice for musicians who are just starting out. Beginners will find the song challenging, but with enough practice, they can learn to play it as well.This instrument is durable with its body made from mahogany and keys from carbon steel. The keys are designed to ensure you can play this Kalimba more smoothly with finger pains. On the keys of this Mugig Kalimba are the notes that can be produced by each key. Also, the wood type may determine the color of the instrument. However, it is also possible for the Kalimba to be painted in a color that is different from the wood. Notably, the 17 keys of Kalimbas are usually attached to the wood. In the mid 1950s mbira instruments were the basis for the development of the kalimba, a westernized version designed and marketed by the ethnomusicologist Hugh Tracey, leading to a great expansion of its distribution outside Africa. [10] [11] Acoustics [ edit ] The Kalimba’s sound holes are undoubtedly one of the most important parts of this instrument. This is because these holes are responsible for producing the sound as well as modulating it. Njari mbira has 30 to 32 keys and was also originated from Zimbabwe particularly Masvingo and Makonde. [27] Nhare [ edit ]