Slit-Tone Drum

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Durable wood construction! Solid wood tone drum with 3 tongues produces warm and appealing rhythms. Playing it is easy and enjoyable. You can use the rubber mallet to lightly strik e the tongues or play the drum with your fingers. Around for hundreds of years initially they were played for story-telling and communication rhythms. The slit/tone drum is one of the world's oldest instruments. Slit drums have been a part of African, Asian, and South American cultures for hundreds of years. In the beginning they were used for story-telling and communication. There are no “wrong notes” you can create different rhythms and tones by playing the different tongues/slits. Intended for ages 2 and up. Show more