Cajon Drums

A Cajon (pronounced 'ka.HONE') is a box shaped drum played by slapping the front face with the hands. Modern Cajons are often used to accompany the acoustic guitar and are showing up on worldwide stages in contemporary music.

Cajon drums are drums presently crafted out of wood, but the Cajon drums of the past were in the form of simplistic boxes, tiny drawers from dressers or crates for fish. The actual term "Cajon" is derived from the Spanish language and when translated means "box." As time passed, the Cajon drum was reshaped and reconstructed to appear as it does today: a six sided wooden box with a whole on one side of it, usually the back side

When playing a cajon the player sits on the box tilting it an angle while striking the head between their Knees. Cajons have several screws at the top for adjusting percussive timbre and some Cajons sport rubber feet. Cajon players can also play the sides with the top of their palms and fingers for additional sounds.

Cajons are beginning to gain popularity through musicians such as Fleetwood Mac, The Dixie Chicks, Nada Surf, Jennifer Lopez, Ben Harper and more.

LP Percussion has a great selection of Cajon Drums.

We are proud to offer a nice selection of Cajons in our store. For more information please visit:

http://www.musicalinstrumenthaven.com/Cajons.aspx

The Melodica -A fascinating wind instrument, easy to learn and powerfully expressive

The Melodica, also known as the "blow-organ" or "key-flute", is a free-reed instrument similar to the melodeon and harmonica. It has a musical keyboard on top, and is played by blowing air through a mouthpiece that fits into a hole in the side of the instrument. Pressing a key opens a hole, allowing air to flow through a reed. The keyboard is usually two or three octaves long.
Melodicas are small, light, and portable. They are popular in music education.

The Melodica is a fascinating wind instrument, easy to learn and powerfully expressive. Played like a piano, it is so compact that you can take it with you anywhere. Producing single notes or chords, the Melodica is both a solo and orchestral instrument, blending beautifully with other instruments. Whatever the music you like-from classical to rock -the Melodica will add its own personality, a unique and captivating sound

We are excited to announce that we now carry a full lone of Hohner Melodicas at our store.

For more info please visit:
http://www.musicalinstrumenthaven.com/Melodicas.aspx

Barcus-Berry introduces the Passion Pink Violin

Barcus-Berry is proud to present the newest addition to the Vibrato-AE Series Acoustic-Electric Violins, the stunning Passion Pink!

This violin is a traditional-style violin with a not-so-traditional finish. The stunning Passion Pink (BAR-AEP) violin is certain to be an attention-grabber on stage, and is available in addition to the other five eye-catching colors of the Vibrato-AE™Series Acoustic-Electric Violins, including Natural Finish (V), Barcus-Berry Blue (B), Red-Berry Burst (R), Metallic Green Burst (G), and Piano Black (BK) (Retails for $799.00). “A pink violin has been a popular request from many of our highly-regarded Barcus-Berry customers, and we are extremely excited to unveil this new color option for the esteemed Barcus-Berry line, and grant their request” said Kimberly Hawthorne, Product Manager for Barcus-Berry.

All Barcus-Berry Vibrato Violins have a hand-rubbed lacquer finish and are crafted in Romania and installed with authentic Barcus-Berry electronics. Barcus-Berry Vibrato Acoustic-Electric violins are made from fully carved and graduated select seasoned Carpathian Maple and Spruce wood. Each is set up to MENC standards and includes Ebony fittings, Super Sensitive Red Label strings, four Wittner tuners and a color-matched Glasser bow. The violin comes in a Barcus-Berry embroidered soft-shape case with detachable shoulder strap and full cake dark rosin.

We are excited about carrying the all new Barcus Berry Pink Vibrato AE Series Acoustic Electric Violin in our store. For more information please visit:

http://www.musicalinstrumenthaven.com/barcus-berry-pink-vibrato-ae-series-acoustic-electric-violin.aspx

Cinco De Mayo Musical Instruments

Happy Cinco De Mayo!!!

Why not spice up your life with some musical instruments that are commonly used to celebrate this occasion. Check out our Cinco De Mayo sale that will be going on all month to celebrate this holiday! Have a great day!

Cinco De Mayo Musicial Instrument Sale

"Music performance encourages high academic & social achievements in students". This article talks about how Ontario celebrated "Music Monday"

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Music unifies students