Percussion Instruments → Castanets
Castanets are percussion instruments of indefinite pitch that are either clicked rhythmically or sounded in a sustained roll. In Europe the castanets are primarily a dance instrument associated with flamenco in Spain. Orchestral castanets are attached to a handle. The player shakes the handle, striking the shells on the free hand.
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Castanets, Ebony, Pair, 2 5/8 inch
SKU: CASB
Pair of ebony castanets. 2 5/8 inches wide by 3 1/2 inches long (6.75 x 9 cm). Two corded clam-shaped wooden clappers of ebony, played in the palm of the hand. To play, hang them from your thumb so they rest in the palm of your hand. Then drum your fingers on the shell. We do not recommend them for beginners. Each set has a (M) male and (F) female castanet. Made in India.
Price: $20.90
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Ebony Castanets on a Handle
SKU: CASC
Modern style castanets in ebony, takes no practice, wooden clam shaped clappers mounted on a handle. Made in India.
Price: $11.90
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Qarkabeb, Moroccan Castanets, 12"
SKU: QARK
Moroccan iron castanets of the Gnawa people. Like most hand cymbals, there are two for each hand. The set comes in its own case with separate zipper compartments for each Qarkabeb. Each Qarkabeb, consists of two 12" long, flat metal bars with two convex disks at each end. Two bars are linked at one end by a metal ring, and each has elastic straps for your fingers. To play, slip your thumb and fingers under the elastic band. The opening and closing of your hands slaps the cymbals together to produce a loud clank-y sound. With a set of two you can produce rhythm patterns from the very simple to very complex. 'Gnawa' defines both the religious order of a Moroccan Black Muslim group and their music style. Over 900 years ago, slavery, conscription and trade brought people from West Africa to Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. Enslaved people from Ancient Ghana were called Gnawa. The descendents of these enslaved groups are Morocco's most colorful Muslim ethnic group. While they have retained many of the customs, rituals and beliefs of their ancestors, their music is the most preserved trait. 12" L x 5" w , almost 2 lbs each. Other names for this instrument include: Qaraqsh, Qaraqueb , Qarkeb, Qraqeb, Tiqarqaawen, Shaqahaq, Qarkabeb.
Price: $32.90
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Qarkabeb, Moroccan Castanets, 9"
SKU: QARS
1/2" L x 4 1/2" W, almost 1.2 lbs each. Moroccan iron castanets of the Gnawa people. Like most hand cymbals, there are two for each hand. The set comes in its own case with separate zipper compartments for each Qarkabeb. Each Qarkabeb, consists of two 9 1/2" long, flat metal bars with two convex disks at each end. Two bars are linked at one end by a metal ring. Four cords are included for straps for your fingers. To play, slip your thumb and fingers snuggly under the straps. The opening and closing of your hands slaps the cymbals together to produce a loud clank-y sound. With a set of two you can produce rhythm patterns from the very simple to very complex. Gnawa defines both the religious order of a Moroccan Black Muslim group and their music style. Over 900 years ago, slavery, conscription and trade brought people from West Africa to Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. Enslaved people from Ancient Ghana were called Gnawa. The descendents of these enslaved groups are Morocco's most colorful Muslim ethnic group. While they have retained many of the customs, rituals and beliefs of their ancestors, their music is the most preserved trait. Other names for this instrument include: Qaraqsh, Qaraqueb , Qarkeb, Qraqeb, Tiqarqaawen, Shaqahaq, Qarkabeb.
Price: $29.90
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Rosewood Castanets, Pair, 2 5/8 inch
SKU: CASR
Pair of rosewood castanets. Two corded clam-shaped wooden clappers of ebony, played in the palm of the hand. To play, hang them from your thumb so they rest in the plam of your hand. Then drum your fingers on the shell. Storage bag included. Made in India
Price: $19.90
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