Description
Rooted in African musical traditions, our wooden egg shakers place the joy of percussion right in the palm of your hand.
Originating from African shaker instruments made from hollowed-out gourds, egg shakers carry a rich musical heritage. Shakers journeyed across continents with enslaved peoples, evolving over time into the modern egg-shaped shaker we know and love today.
Egg shakers have become a staple in Latin American, Afro-Caribbean, and world music. Their crisp, sandy tone and effortless playability make them a favourite among musicians, percussionists, and music educators alike.
Our wooden egg shakers are made in Indonesia, where they’re crafted from natural wood and filled with beads to produce a bright, textured sound. Their smooth, ovoid shape fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, making them easy to hold and play by musicians of all ages and skill levels.
Shake them with a quick up-and-down motion for lively rhythms, or gently side-to-side for softer, rolling sound effects to create interesting, textured soundscapes.
Origin: Our egg shakers are made in Indonesia.
Materials: These beautiful egg shakers are crafted from sustainably sourced timber, with a non-toxic natural or painted finish.
Dimensions:
Length: 7cm
Width: 4.5cm
Weight: 200g
All you need to know about egg shakers
What is an egg shaker?
Egg shakers are a small handheld percussion instrument with an ovoid or egg shape, and filled with beads or seeds. Egg shakers originated from African musical traditions and later became a staple in Latin American music, particularly samba. Their bright tones make them perfect for adding texture to any style of music.How do I play an egg shaker?
Playing egg shakers is simple. Hold the egg shaker instrument in your palm and shake it up and down for sharp rhythmic beats or side-to-side for a softer, rolling sound.Are egg shakers good for beginners?
Absolutely. The simple, easy-to-play design of wooden egg shakers makes them perfect for beginners and children, and they’re often used in educational settings as an introduction to rhythm and percussion.Do I need more than one egg shaker?
While a single egg shaker is great for practice and solo play, many musicians use a pair of egg shakers for fuller rhythms and more dynamic percussion effects. Using two shakers can help you explore different textures and create richer soundscapes in your music.
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