Tempe Public Library: Making and Playing Simple Percussion Instruments

Learn about making easy percussion instruments.

Budding percussionists of all ages (3-93) will learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from wood and items found around the home.

At the beginning of the workshop, Duane Roen will show some percussion instruments that he has built (rain sticks, cajons, kalimbas, guiros, thunder drums, and dozens more) and will explain his building techniques. Everyone is welcome to try out the instruments.  Following that, Duane will help class participants make simple instruments using everyday objects. The workshop will end with a brief concert performed by all the budding percussionists!

Please bring small plastic bottles with lids to make an instrument.