{"product_id":"nino-nino556-171556","title":"NINO556","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA playful idiophone between a tongue drum and melodic game\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStirring Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the family of \u003cstrong\u003etongue instruments\u003c\/strong\u003e: each wooden \"tongue\" vibrates and produces a note when played. Here, the approach is particularly intuitive, as the instrument can be played like a mini melodic instrument (targeting each tongue) or as a fluid musical game (sliding the mallet inside to obtain a \u003cstrong\u003esequence of notes\u003c\/strong\u003e). This dual interpretation-percussive and melodic-makes it an excellent tool to discover the relationship between gesture and sound, without prior technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor whom and for what uses? A musical awakening instrument from age 3\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for a \u003cstrong\u003erecommended age of 3 years and up\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wooden drum is ideal for children, families, communities, as well as musical awakening workshops in nurseries or schools. It promotes active listening, sound curiosity, and fine motor skills: striking a single tongue requires precision, while \"stirring\" the mallet encourages a continuous, freer gesture, close to exploratory play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, it fits well both in sound discovery sessions (loud\/soft, fast\/slow, low\/high) and in more structured activities: reproducing small rhythmic cells, question-and-answer games, or simple accompaniment of a song. Its direct operation allows for \u003cstrong\u003equick success\u003c\/strong\u003e, which boosts confidence and the desire to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA simple game, surprising possibilities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e8 tongues, 8 notes: play \"like a xylophone\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eeight wooden tongues\u003c\/strong\u003e produce \u003cstrong\u003eeight different pitches\u003c\/strong\u003e when struck separately. This naturally introduces the concept of a \"note\" and allows for very simple sequences by targeting one tongue after another. It is a perfect approach to work on gesture precision, hand-ear coordination, and gradual recognition of pitch differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe \"stirring\" mode: making a scale sing in continuous motion\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe special feature of this model lies in the \"stirring\" play: by \u003cstrong\u003estirring the mallet inside\u003c\/strong\u003e, you can chain notes and achieve a sensation of a more continuous melodic line. This playing mode is very engaging for children because it combines a broad movement with immediate sound response. It is also suitable for adults looking for a small color instrument to punctuate a narration, a musical tale, or light sound relaxation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIncluded wooden mallet with ergonomic handle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument comes with a \u003cstrong\u003ewooden mallet\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its \u003cstrong\u003eergonomic handle\u003c\/strong\u003e improves comfort and stability in hand, helping to control the attack and vary dynamics (rounder sounds with soft strikes, more pronounced accents with stronger strikes). This ergonomics also helps limit fatigue during repeated sessions, especially in educational contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHevea wood: a natural feel and warm aesthetic\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from \u003cstrong\u003eSiam Oak (Hevea brasiliensis)\u003c\/strong\u003e, often called \u003cstrong\u003ehevea\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Stirring Drum offers a pleasant touch and a warm visual presence typical of wooden instruments. The acoustic output remains true to the spirit of musical awakening: clear, readable, and soft enough for environments where overly aggressive volumes are to be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e@media(max-width:632px){table[data-wb-spec]{display:grid;grid-template-columns:minmax(0,1fr) minmax(0,1fr)}table[data-wb-spec] colgroup{display:none}table[data-wb-spec] tbody,table[data-wb-spec] tr{display:contents}table[data-wb-spec] td{display:block;overflow-wrap:anywhere;grid-row:var(--wb-l);background-color:var(--wb-lb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[data-r]{grid-row:var(--wb-r);background-color:var(--wb-rb)}table[data-wb-spec] td[colspan=\"2\"]{grid-column:1\/-1}table[data-wb-spec] td:empty{display:none}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable data-wb-spec style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003ccol style=\"width:25%\"\u003e\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:1;--wb-r:5;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003ewooden tongue instrument (idiophone)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMallet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003ewooden, included\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:2;--wb-r:6;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaying Techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003estriking the tongues and \u0026quot;stirring\u0026quot; (moving the mallet inside)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMallet Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eergonomic\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:3;--wb-r:7;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Tongues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e3 years and up\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:4;--wb-r:8;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eSiam Oak (Hevea brasiliensis Muell.-Arg.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Nino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54362147782931,"sku":"171556","price":23.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/e059241245e7d14dbee050663cce020f0529b071_NINO_NINO556.jpg?v=1793375870","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/nino-nino556-171556","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}