Songbook for 17 Key Kalimba: A Comprehensive Guide for Kalimba Beginners

Kalimba. 28 Traditional Native American Songs: Songbook for 8-17 key Kalimba (Kalimba Songbooks for Beginners 3)

by Helen Winter

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Language	:	English
File size	:	45583 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	38 pages
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The kalimba, also known as the thumb piano, is a beautiful and versatile instrument that is perfect for beginners. With its enchanting melodies and easy-to-learn playing style, the kalimba is a great way to start your musical journey.

This comprehensive songbook is designed to help you master the 17-key kalimba. It includes:

• Easy-to-follow instructions for playing each song
• Clear kalimba tabs and chords
• Tips for improving your playing technique
• A variety of songs to choose from, including popular folk songs, children's songs, and classical pieces

Whether you're a complete beginner or you've been playing the kalimba for a while, this songbook has something for you. So sit back, relax, and let the music fill your home.

Getting Started

Before you start playing the kalimba, it's important to learn the basic parts of the instrument. The kalimba has two main parts: the body and the tines. The body is the wooden or metal frame of the kalimba, and the tines are the metal bars that you pluck to create sound.

The 17-key kalimba has 17 tines, each of which is tuned to a different note. The tines are arranged in a chromatic scale, which means that they are all in order from lowest to highest pitch.

To play the kalimba, simply pluck the tines with your thumbs. You can use your left thumb to play the bass notes and your right thumb to play the melody notes.

Kalimba Tabs and Chords

Kalimba tabs and chords are two different ways to represent the music that you play on the kalimba. Tabs are a simple way to show which tines to pluck, while chords are a more complex way to show the harmony of the music.

Kalimba Tabs

Kalimba tabs are a series of numbers that represent the tines that you pluck. The numbers correspond to the tines on the kalimba, from lowest to highest pitch. For example, the tab "1 2 3" means to pluck the first, second, and third tines.

Kalimba Chords

Kalimba chords are a combination of two or more notes that are played together. Chords can be used to create harmony and add depth to your music. Kalimba chords are typically written using a letter and a number. The letter represents the root note of the chord, and the number represents the number of semitones above the root note. For example, the chord "C3" is a C major chord with the third fretted.

Tips for Improving Your Kalimba Playing

Here are a few tips to help you improve your kalimba playing:

• Use a light touch. When you pluck the tines, don't use too much pressure. A light touch will produce a clearer sound.
• Play with your thumbs. The best way to play the kalimba is with your thumbs. Your thumbs are more灵活 than your fingers, and they will give you more control over the sound.
• Experiment with different techniques. There are many different ways to play the kalimba. Don't be afraid to experiment with different techniques to find out what works best for you.
• Practice regularly. The more you practice, the better you will become at playing the kalimba. Try to practice for at least 15 minutes each day.

Songbook

This songbook includes a variety of songs to choose from, including popular folk songs, children's songs, and classical pieces. Each song is presented with easy-to-follow instructions, clear kalimba tabs and chords, and helpful tips.

To get started, simply find a song that you like and start playing. You can use the tabs and chords as a guide, or you can experiment with your own techniques. Have fun and enjoy the music!

The kalimba is a beautiful and versatile instrument that is perfect for beginners. With its enchanting melodies and easy-to-learn playing style, the kalimba is a great way to start your musical journey.

This comprehensive songbook is designed to help you master the 17-key kalimba. It includes everything you need to get started, including easy-to-follow instructions, clear kalimba tabs and chords, and helpful tips.

So what are you waiting for? Pick up a kalimba and start playing today!

Kalimba. 28 Traditional Native American Songs: Songbook for 8-17 key Kalimba (Kalimba Songbooks for Beginners 3)

by Helen Winter

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	45583 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	38 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE