Musical Instruments For Kids

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The Gift Of Music

As a care giver for children, I have witnessed what great inspiration and chance for expression musical instruments provide. Whether they are mainstream kids without challenges so to speak or kids with huge challenges and developmental issues, kids will thrive with making their own music. I believe it with all my heart. I grew up in a big family. We had a Baby Grand Piano available. Five out of Eight of us learned the piano and moved on to other musical instruments with some talent. One played the drums, it was his choice. He told my Mother he was going to buy drums or a motorcycle, she begged for the drums, no matter how loud it got, she never complained! Another brother still plays in an award winning band a few nights a week. He learned "by ear" and eventually studied music in college as his minor.What impressed me most about this important element in the life of a child is the fact that it gives them the opportunity to express themselves without rules or judges.

Yamaha EZ-200 61 Full-Sized Touch Sensitive Lighted Keyboard Bundle

Awesome For Learning

Full-Sized Touch Sensitive Lighted Keyboard

The key to this product (no pun intended) are the light up keys. With songs prerecorded into the board, a child can click a button, the song plays as the keys light up in bright red. I can't put into words how beneficial this is for kids and adults who want to play the piano/keyboard. My little friend who loves music just got this, and boy did we have fun! He is ecstatic!

Product Features
61 Full Size Keys
32 Notes of Polyphony
367 high-quality tones
Learn to play the "EZ" way instructional method
Stereo Speakers

Panflute Pan Flute, Panpipes Woodwind Percussion Instrument

Panflute Pan Flute, Panpipes Woodwind Percussion Instrument

Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 06/02/2012)Buy Now

A really cool, fun, exciting instrument to add to any collection!
Handmade by skilled artisans
Great for any music lover!
Produces a nice resonating sound

Table Top Drum Set

Space Saver!

Discover Drums MKII Tabletop Drums

The perfect start, especially since the footprint is great for a small table. A learning tool, music, and play. Great starter gift!

Product Features
Four drum pads with 10 different drum sets
Play quietly with headphones or rock out with built-in speaker
Fun to learn! Follow the lights to practice your rhythm and timing
49 patterns for playing along with music
Drumsticks included so you're ready to rock

Aker Voice Amplifier 16watts Black MR2200

Portable, for Teachers, Coaches, Tour Guides, Presentations, Costumes, Etc.

A versatile amplifier for kids too!

Aker Portable Voice Amplifier 16watts MR2200, Black

Amazon Price: $46.49 (as of 06/02/2012)Buy Now

On-Ear Headphones

Enhances The Learning Experience

On-Ear Professional DJ Headphones

These are wonderful. Sturdy, great manufacturing, and DJ quality! Fabulously priced. What a great time for any kid, any age! Gotta go with these for sure. I've seen them in action, a perfect tool for our future musicians.

For the Family-We cannot hear the Amplified Music of the beginner when in use!

Technical Details
Ideal for dj monitoring
Adjustable headband
Cushioned swivel ear pads

38" BLUE Acoustic Guitar Starter Package

Guitar, Gig Bag, Strap, Pick, eBook, Free Mini Rubber Guitar & Pick

38" Inch Student Beginner BLUE Acoustic Guitar with Carrying Case & Accessories (Free eBook & DirectlyCheap(TM) Translucent Blue Medium Guitar Pick)

Amazon Price: $34.95 (as of 06/02/2012)Buy Now

This Set is just Awesome! I bought the Guitar for my son a few years ago. My brother who is a Professional Musician recommended it to me because it is made of wood. The "extras" on this package make for a perfect starter guitar set for kids.

Junior Drum Set

Perfect For The First Real Drumset

Complete Junior Drum Set

This set particularly is great for kids, with 2 types of cymbal's! The foot pedal for the double cymbal. A stool, love that, plus the variety of drums with different sounds. I cannot think of any other instrument that is "instrumental" in a child's life. After a long day at school, what a great way to "let go"!

Product Features
10" cymbal & high hat
bass drum pedal
jr throne
drum sticks & drum key
Junior throne
Blue color 3-piece set

~In a world predominantly filled with technology, many begin their love of music with Xbox~
KT, A MOM

Music With Xbox

Totally Non-Gender

It's unavoidable, kids love the Xbox and all that goes with it. Girls and Boys of all ages eventually find the fun in making music with Xbox. So much out there in music, I'm thrilled Xbox included it with the games. So healthy, enabling ultimate expression we hope our children will embrace! This is just one way to get that great start in feeling of empowerment in a positive way that kids need. I had to bring the Xbox explosion here as it surely has it's place in the children of today. Always upgrading, advancing in technology, the Xbox music line will be here for a long time. I believe as parents, aunts, uncles, or grandparents, we need to put this in the mix for the kids.

Photo~ Xbox on Amazon
Rock Band Guitar - Wired

Xbox 360 Portable Drum Set

Great For Kids On The Go

Xbox 360 Rock Band Portable Drum Kit

I know my child loves this one! He and his friends are home or each others houses much of the time. From the age of 8 these X-box music drums have been a favorite in our neighborhood. Words of wisdom...Keep the Box! Or designate a backpack for easy travel.

Product Features
Portable, lightweight, and designed for use on nearly any flat surface. Game sold separately.
Small footprint for compact storage
Drumheads designed to withstand over 1 million strikes
Ultra-thin navigation panel for quick in-game setup
Kick drum foot pedal included (9.8 ft cable)

Steals & Deals

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Xbox Drum Set

Perfect For Education and Fun At Home

Xbox 360 Rock Band Drum Set

Always more comfortable with my kids at home, providing activities that inspire them is essential. A mother of 3, with my boy the youngest, this set has held his interest for years. Now 16, he still enjoys it after about 5 years of play. A must I feel to get them interested in positive beginnings.

Guitar for Xbox 360

Wired

Rock Band Guitar - Wired

I do believe that "strings" are the first step in learning music. Great sounds for those great kids! Guitars and Pianos' are the first step in learning music, no doubt in my mind about that as I witnessed it while growing up. Even if just for play, music is and always will be a safe haven for so many outlets kids need, in a healthy way.

Wireless Microphone

Xbox Band

Xbox 360 Wireless Microphone

What is music without a "voice"? In my house it's a must have, so much better than the hairbrush we used to use!

Product Features
Color-changing indicator lights
Sensors that detect when you lift or move the microphone
A wireless connection to your console
English,French, and Spanish

Percussion

"nothin' to it but to do it"
KT

Percussion Plus Percussion Kit

Percussion Plus Percussion Kit

A step up from the early learning stages, this is just plain inspirational!

Product Features
32 note, 2-1/2 octave aluminum bells with F-C range in a padded black nylon backpack/carrying bag.
8-Inch tunable pad
Pad/bell stand
Mallets, sticks & music rack.

Pulse Pro Tambourine

Black, also available in Yellow

Pulse Pro Tambourine Black

This is the one instrument for music lovers that is a must have. Picture the friends coming over, playing music together. What more perfect percussion piece is needed for the person who is not trained in music. I like the price on this one and it has inset handle for easier wrist action and control.

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Meinl Spark Shaker, Spin, Medium

Meinl Spark Shaker, Spin, Medium

I just found this percussion gem while searching Amazon for really neat and interesting stuff. This Shaker fits in the hand and can be modified to make different sounds and much more. With 2 , one in each hand, they sound awesome. Affordably priced, this is a great addition to anyone's instrument collection. I watched a video included on the Amazon page which shows how it's constructed and the many ways you can change the tone, sound, how to use it or them. Really neat, it also got a 5 Star rating on Amazon.

Product Features
sits on screw mounted disc
amplifies chrctristics of pitch
manipulated sound
black nickel
coated steel body/pellets
Amplifies characteristics of pitch

Latin Percussion CP374 Sleigh Bells

Bring Out The Creative Energy With This!

Latin Percussion CP374 Sleigh Bells

I have played with these and just love them. A great addition when making music with friends, or in my case, my favorite kid.

Product Features
Bells are attached to fabric strips and then mounted to a wooden handle
25-bell model really cuts through the music

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Beginner 38" Pink Acoustic Guitar Set with Gig Bag and Accessories

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Fender 351 Premium Celluloid Guitar Picks, 12 Pack, Abalone, Medium

Fender 351 Premium Celluloid Guitar Picks, 12 Pack, Abalone, Medium

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Musician's Gear A-Frame Acoustic Guitar Stand Black

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Meinl Wood Claves

Meinl Wood Claves

Product Features
Rubber Wood
Sold as pairs
Especially designed to fit a child's hand size

I love the sound of these. I love the price. Kid's love to get physical, great outlet with a musical effect!

~For The Little Ones~
KT

Keyboard With Microphone For Kids

Top Notch For Kids

Keyboard/ Piano with Microphone

I personally prefer keyboards for kids. Just recently I've discovered the treasure troves of keyboards with books, synthesizers, and much, much more. I'll start with a taste of what's out there for our kids and add on as I find the many great keyboards for entertainment and education I can possibly find. Promise, I'll muster up a great batch of choices for any child!

Hohner Kids Single 5" High Cage Bell, Assorted Colors

Hohner Kids Single 5" High Cage Bell, Assorted Colors

Amazon Price: $4.95 (as of 06/02/2012)Buy Now

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  • Ladymermaid Apr 15, 2012 @ 7:43 am | delete
    Children really do seem to be naturally drawn to rhythm, rhyme, and all forms of music. Allowing them to enjoy their creative musical talents when they are young can greatly influence their music skills as an adult.
  • Heather426 Mar 3, 2012 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    Amazing page of musical instruments for kids and i agree with you 100%! I also grew up in a musical family, and have musician brothers, sisters, and children.
  • bobby150 Feb 15, 2012 @ 6:47 am | delete
    This is great. kids should get creative - and be encouraged to pick up an instrument. Thanks
  • Rebeljohn Feb 13, 2012 @ 1:33 pm | delete
    Great article that you for posting it i very much enjoyed reading it
  • Kimbesa Jan 13, 2012 @ 11:45 pm | delete
    Any woodwinds or brass possible for future lenses? Off to a great start with these instruments. Thanks!
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