Bring beautiful, calming soundscapes to your outdoor environment with this freestanding Tongue Drum — a truly enchanting musical instrument crafted for collaborative play, exploration and creativity. Made from play‑grade timber, durable outdoor plywood and a stunning hardwood Sapele top, this drum is inspired by traditional slit drums, one of the oldest forms of percussion found across Africa, Asia and South America.
Children can tap, explore and experiment with rhythm as each “tongue” produces a unique melodic tone. With the drum angled for comfortable, ergonomic access, several children can gather around to play together, encouraging cooperation, communication and expressive musical play.
This instrument also offers rich cross‑curricular opportunities. Children can discover instruments from around the world, explore cultural history, and engage in role play as they experiment with different ways of striking the drum — just as early musicians would have used sticks or natural objects to make sound.
The Tongue Drum’s clever all‑weather design includes rainwater drainage, ensuring long‑term outdoor use without risk of water pooling inside its frame. Musical exploration can support emotional regulation too, offering a soothing and expressive outlet for children to release energy, explore feelings and enjoy calming sensory play.
Please note: this product has recently been updated and is now made using high‑pressure laminated outdoor plywood for improved acoustics. Appearance may differ slightly from older images.
Features
- Freestanding outdoor musical drum suitable for any playground or garden space
- Inspired by traditional slit drums from around the world
- Produces varied melodic tones for sound exploration and rhythmic play
- Angled design for comfortable, collaborative group use
- Crafted from durable play‑grade timber and hardwood Sapele top
- Updated outdoor plywood body for improved resonance
- Includes built‑in rainwater drainage for all‑weather use
- Encourages teamwork, communication, creativity and language development
- Supports emotional expression, self‑confidence and wellbeing
- Supplied with 2 beaters (Music Beaters Pair is the default option)
Specifications
- Dimensions (L × W × H): 880 mm × 584 mm × 809 mm
- Materials:
- Play‑grade high‑pressure treated timber frame
- High‑pressure laminated outdoor plywood box (new design)
- Hardwood Sapele tongue‑drum top
- Freestanding design suitable for all outdoor surfaces
- Includes 2 beaters
Benefits for All Learners
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Supports Emotional Regulation
Calming, melodic sounds help children explore feelings and reduce stress.
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Encourages Creative Expression
Children experiment with beats, rhythms and sound patterns, building confidence in expressive play.
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Inclusive & SEN‑Friendly
Accessible height, tactile materials and gentle tones provide a soothing sensory experience for all learners.
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Promotes Social Interaction
Multiple children can play at once, supporting teamwork, turn‑taking and collaborative music‑making.
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Cultural & Cross‑Curricular Learning
Introduces global musical heritage, storytelling, sound exploration and history through hands‑on play.
Why Buy from Learning SPACE?
A beautiful, durable and truly magical outdoor musical resource that enriches play, supports emotional wellbeing and inspires creativity.
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