to see our 2016 catalogue updates, including the

NOTE: This brochure contains information about NEW instruments added to the Percussion Play range for 2016. This document
is an addendum to the main Percussion Play Australian brochure, which contains information on all other instruments.
Key
P3 Handpipes
P10 Ensemble Packages
P4 Papilio Bells
P11 Soprano Quartet
P5 Cherub
P11 Trio Ensemble
P6 Sonora
P12 Alto Quartet Ensemble
P7 Colossus Chimes
P12 Quintet Ensemble
P8 Capella
P13 Hexad Ensemble
P9 My Tunes
P13 Septet Ensemble
P9 Bespoke
P14 7 Music Solutions For Outdoor Areas
Handpipes
C Major Diatonic G3 - C5
Play that Funky Music . . . A new plosive aerophone
arranged diatonically set in an acrylic resin and
natural mineral mounting.
Played with either a paddle or hands, this delivers
plenty of punch and lots of smiles.
Pick out hundreds of tunes, or just put your ear to
the top of the tubes and listen to the “sounds of the
sea”.
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Papilio Bells
C Major Pentatonic C4 - C7
Papilio - with a name derived from the resemblance
of its elegant shape to that of the Butterfly, the
Papilio is a tubular bell type metallophone
constructed using notes of anodised aluminium
tubes, suspended by stainless steel cables and
supported by a stainless steel frame.
The Papilio can easily be played by 4 players,
spanning over 2.4m.
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Cherub
C Major Pentatonic C4 - C6
The Cherub’s melodious bells ring aloud with 11
tubular bells made from hand turned, heavy duty
anodised aluminium. Cherub can be wall mounted
or affixed to posts for easy installation into any
surface. The Cherub has often been called The
Wing as when mirrored, it closely resembles the
wings of an angel hence the inspiration for the
name.
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Sonora
C Major Pentatonic C4 - C6
The Sonora’s melodious bells chime out loud with
21 tubular bells made from hand tuned, heavy duty
anodised aluminium. Sonora can be wall mounted
or affixed to posts for easy installation into any
surface. The modern design is based on a wave
effect. With a varying degree of contortion,
depending on what angle you’re looking on from,
it certainly stands out in the crowd!
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Colossus Chimes
Set of 11 Chimes C Major Pentatonic C3 - C5
The world’s finest outdoor chimes, ranging from
1.6m - 2.4m, this truly awesome sound sculpture
delivers powerful resonant tones.
Exceptional vibrations guarantee an extraordinary
sensory experience.
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Capella
C Major Diatonic G3 - G5
Play your favourite tunes on this colourful resonated xylophone.
Arranged diatonically, the vibrantly coloured
anodised notes are set to our rainbow scale
encouraging players to reproduce a myriad of
tunes.
Set on an acrylic resin and natural mineral
mounting, the stainless steel resonators deliver a
bright rounded sound.
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My Tunes
You name it, we make it! Choose a favourite or
topical tune for a location. Notes are arranged
sequentially so that just striking the notes plays a
tune. The anodised aluminium chimes are
suspended between stainless steel posts.
Some of our projects to date include:
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I Do Love To Live By The Seaside
Old Macdonald Had A Farm\Amazing Grace
Oh, My Darling Clementine
Jeg Ved en Lærkerede
Bespoke
Every new instrument starts with a little imagination, a drawing, prototype parts, a change of two here and
a little tweak there until finally the last coat of paint is applied.
New and bespoke designs are where all of our ‘standard’ instruments started their lives. We normally have
one of two new designs on the go at any one time. Some go into production, others into the recycling pile!
If there is something that you would like to see that is not in our brochure, please ask us. We are always
interested in exploring new ideas.
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Soprano Quartet Ensemble
Trio Ensemble
The Soprano Quartet is the perfect choice for those projects where you need to squeeze
the most out of your budget and create a resounding impact. This mixed quartet of
instruments comprises our compact but punchy Cadenza, a Babel Drum and Soprano
Pentatonic Freechimes. Spanning 2 octaves from middle C to C6, players will be making
harmonious music together almost instantly. The set also includes a pair of Congas to
help keep a steady beat going.
Our most popular ensemble is an impressive and striking trio of 7 Tubular Bells, our ever
popular Large Babel Drum and the anchor of rhythm, the Rainbow Sambas. With a variety
of pitch range and tonal character everyone is sure to have their own favourite.
 Medium Congas
 Small Babel Drum
 Tubular Bells
 Large Babel Drum
 Rainbow Sambas
 Cadenza Maya
 Soprano Pentatonic Freechimes
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Alto Quartet Ensemble
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Quintet Ensemble
The Alto Quartet Ensemble is the bigger sibling to the Soprano Quartet Ensemble, an
ideal solution for when you’ve got more space to play with and a little more budget. This
quartet is comprised of the Duo Cupla – offering both aluminium and fibreglass notes, a
towering set of 3 Emperor Chimes, our Alto Diatonic Freechimes and a complete Congas
Trio. This set can be installed all together or can easily be split up into smaller musical
ensembles. The Diatonic Freechimes give an additional dimension to this quartet
allowing further musical exploration.
The Quintet Ensemble of musical instruments offers a well-rounded range of tones and
resonance. Anyone can take the stage and play improvised music with no tuition or
acknowledged musical ability. This pentatonic set offers a varied range of tones, and
sounds blend effortlessly into beautiful music. Comprising Cherub, Sansa-Rimba, the warm
tones of the Akadinda and a set of 7 Tubular Bells all accompany the Rainbow Sambas…
the beat goes on.
 Congas Trio
 Emperor Chimes
 Cherub
 Sansa-Rimba Mysteria
 Akadinda
 Duo Cupla
 Alto Diatonic Freechimes
 Tubular Bells
 Rainbow Sambas
Hexad Ensemble
This hardy and robust ensemble is created predominantly from stainless steel, able to
withstand the toughest of environments yet featuring graceful and sculptural lines. The
Hexad Ensemble comprises 6 musical instruments with a wide and curious range of
timbres and pitch, from the Tubular Bells to the Bell Lyre. The set has many other
features including Large and Small Babel Drums and our Handpipes plosive aerophone.
 Harmony
 Babel Drums
 Tubular Bells
 Handpipes
 Bell Lyre
Septet Ensemble
Our biggest and most diverse arrangement, the Septet Ensemble features the greatest
pitch range of any musical ensemble we have created, from the low C3 through 4
complete octaves to high C7. Whether you’re enthusiastic amateurs or accomplished
musicians you’ll be able to create beautiful music with this ensemble. Play in a drumming
circle as a group, build up a solo crescendo on the Colossus Chimes or play with up to 4
players simultaneously on the Papilio Bells. The complete ensemble also includes Large
and Small Babel Drums, the Bell Lyre and Handpipes.
 Colossus Chimes
 Papilio Bells
 Cajon
 Bell Lyre
 Handpipes
 Babel Drums
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7 Easy Music Solutions For Your Outdoor Area
1. For Darker Areas or Where Space is Limited
Our Mirror Chimes will reflect light, the surrounding environment as well as the players for an
added fun element, visual stimulation and promote self-awareness. What a ‘bright’ idea! Great
for a courtyard garden or sensory area. Arranged in the pentatonic c-major scale (C3-C5) their
universal mounting brackets allow them to be fixed to virtually any surface.
2. For an Easy Installation with a BIG Sound
Integrate drumming and music-making to the great outdoors with our Trio of Conga Drums.
Conga Drums are a pair of single headed drums mounted onto a single stainless steel post to be
installed directly into the ground – that’s six drums to play but only three holes to dig! Drumming
has many benefits as well as being a great stress reliever. It’s a fun, interactive and engaging
activity which improves hand-eye coordination, can bolster self-esteem as well as providing
healthy exercise.
3. To Liven Up Existing Play Equipment, Fixtures or Fencing
Freechimes are hand-tuned aluminium chimes which produce a rich vibrant, harmonic resonance.
Available individually as solo chimes, in pre-set octaves or a full symphony, the possibilities are
endless. Options for ground fixing, wall mounting or individual installation onto just about any
surface, in any arrangement.
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4. For Outdoor Classrooms and/or Teaching Music Outdoors
The Duo is a bright, stimulating teaching and music resource and would be a great addition to an
outdoor classroom or as school playground equipment. Tuned to the pentatonic scale, the left
and right hand side are mirrored and the scale is C-major spanning 2 octaves from C4 to C5.
Accessible from both sides, this instrument can be enjoyed by up to four players at any time. The
curvaceous design makes it easier for individuals with limited range of movement, or players in
wheelchairs, to reach all of the notes.
5. When size matters: Providing an interactive focal point
With the largest standing over 2.5m in height, our Emperor Chimes really are the daddy of all
chimes – large in sound and size! As a full set of six they offer a complete c-major pentatonic octave C3-C4. A set of three offers a primary c-major chord octave in C-Major C, E and G. The Emperor Chimes will also serve as intriguing focal points within the outdoor space.
6. For places of peace and tranquility
Babel Drums are circular stainless steel tongue drums securely mounted onto their frames designed for permanent outdoor installation. These playground drums require no previous drumming experience and children (and adults, too!) will enjoy improvising with the mesmerizing
sounds they produce. Their mellow tones are never brassy or too loud – perfect for musical exploration in the fresh air leaving you feeling rejuvenated, happy and relaxed.
7. To encourage cooperation and creativity
The Akadinda is inspired by a traditional xylophone originating in Africa and is perfect for outdoor
musical play. This enormous instrument can accommodate up to four players and is ideal for
bringing people together for impromptu performances. Because it is so large, friends, classmates
can improvise and experiment with music together encouraging communication, cooperation and
listening skills and bags of creativity.
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