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Cabasa - Small

NZ$39.09 NZ$0.00

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Expressive Arts Discovery 0 - 18 months 18 - 36 months 36 months - 6 years 6+ years Music Sensory Development Fine Motor

The cabasa originated in Africa and was initially constructed of dried over pear-shaped gourds with beads strung around the outer surface. The inspiration for this instrument was the Shekere another African instrument which was created from hollowed-out gourds over which beads were strung in a net. When shaken the sounds are very similar to the cabasa. This instrument provides a raspy rattling sound when shaken or twisted. Its beautifully constructed with loops of stainless steel beads chain wrapped around a wide cylinder. The cylinder is fixed to a wooden handle made from eco-friendly rubberwood. Size 15cm in length. Suitable for Ages 3 - Younger ages with adult supervision.