Castanets
£2.95
(inc. VAT)
Lovely pair of coconut wood castanets connected by nylon cord. Coconut wood makes a great alternative to using diminishing hardwood and produces a brighter, crisp sound
Sold singly
£12.95
(inc. VAT)
The MEINL Cajon Jingle Castanet adds another sound to your cajon accessories. A pair of steel clamps gives the wooden castanet a slight metallic touch. Different finger techniques create changeable sounds. Complete with velcro fastening to attach to your cajon
£5.40
(inc. VAT)
Clever castanets for all to play!
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Castanets in assorted colours
- Castanets consist of a pair of concave, wooden 'shells' joined by string along one edge
- Versions for children often use an elasticated hinge instead for ease of playing
- Normally played in twos with one pair in each hand
- The string is hooked over the thumb and the castanets rest in the palm with the fingers curled over to support the other side
- The name comes from the Spanish word for chestnut, though in flamenco they are known as palillos or 'little sticks'