Publisher's Synopsis
How To Play Kalimba: Playing Techniques And Step By Step Instructions With 28 Songs
This meticulously crafted book is designed to take you from a beginner to a proficient kalimba player. Whether you're completely new to music or have prior experience, the detailed instructions and innovative techniques will empower you to create beautiful melodies on this mesmerizing instrument.
Inside the pages of this book, you'll find:
- A concise history and introduction to the kalimba, delving into its cultural significance and the various types of kalimbas.
- An in-depth exploration of the kalimba's unique parts, giving you a solid understanding of how this instrument produces its distinctive sounds.
- Step-by-step instructions for basic techniques, including proper finger placement, hand positioning, and playing techniques such as thumb rolls and fingerpicking.
- Practical tips for getting started and developing your skills, offering guidance on effective practice routines, posture, and hand exercises to improve accuracy and timing.
- A selection of easy songs tailored specifically for beginners, with detailed explanations of finger placement and melodies. These songs will build your confidence and help you develop a strong foundation in kalimba playing.
- Gradually progressing to more challenging songs, the author introduces advanced techniques like harmonics and chord progressions, allowing you to expand your repertoire and unlock the full potential of the kalimba.
-Among the songs you will learn are:
1."Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" - Traditional
2."Happy Birthday" - Traditional
3."Mary Had a Little Lamb" - Nursery Rhyme
4."Row, Row, Row Your Boat" - Nursery Rhyme
5."London Bridge is Falling Down" - Traditional
6."Jingle Bells" - James Lord Pierpont
7."Amazing Grace" - John Newton
8."Ode to Joy" - Ludwig van Beethoven
9."Hush, Little Baby" - Traditional
10."You Are My Sunshine" - Jimmie Davis and Charles Mitchell
11.Old MacDonald Had a Farm
12.Pop Goes the Weasel
13.The Wheels On The Bus
14.Baa, Baa, Black Sheep
15.This Old Man
16.Brahms' Lullaby
17.Yankee Doodle
18.Frère Jacques
19.It's Raining, It's Pouring
20.Rock-a-Bye Baby
21.Skip to My Lou
22.The Muffin Man
23.Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary
24.Three Blind Mice
25.The Itsy Bitsy Spider
26.Hot Cross Buns
27.Hickory Dickory Dock
28.A-Tisket, A-Tasket
Whether you aspire to perform on stage, entertain friends and family, or simply find solace in the enchanting melodies of the kalimba, this book is your ultimate companion.
