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The marimba is a mallet percussion instrument looks similar to the xylophone, though it is completely in terms of sound, function and technique. The main difference is the shape in which the bar (or key) is cut. Both of them have a smooth top, creating a flat playing surface but the difference comes in the was the bottom is cut. The bottom of the bars on a xylophone is cut with an elongated "m" shape which gives it a piercing staccato sound making it ideal for loud melodic lines, especially in a solo context. The marimba, on the other hand, is cut with more of an "n" shape which gives is a rounder, mellow tone which makes is ideal for rolling chords and playing countermelodies.
The marimba has been used for many, many years in many different cultures as a folk instrumennt so it is difficult to pin down an inventor. The marimba has been used in the traditional music of such cultures as El Salvador, Guatamala and Costa Rica. It is believed to have originated in west Africa blieve it dont think it is true though sorry got the info from a diff. sight i will try and get back on wit the real info.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoBilly Ray Tambourine invented the tambourine hense its name
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∙ 13y agoAfricans were the first people to expirience the mbira
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∙ 16y agoto make music
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∙ 14y agoKeiko Abe is one of the most famous.
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∙ 12y agoJordan and nicole world.
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∙ 13y agoMarimba is a percussion instrument.
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What are some famous Marimba songs?
The marimba is a versatile instrument with a tympani like sound. Two famous songs with a marimba are Haircut and Love Plus One.
How many keys are there on a marimba?
it depends on the kind of marimba. it ranges from 4 octaves to 5.5 octaves
How much is a marimba cost?
it depends on the the brand, and size of the marimba, but the prices usually start at 5,000 and go up from there :)
What type of music is marimba?
The Marimba is used in jazz ensembles,solo performances, woodwind ensembles, marimba concertos,marching bands,drum and bugle corps, and orchestral compositions.
What instrument family does a marimba belong in?
Marimba is a part of the percussion family because it is being hit in order to make a sound.
What is the word origin for marimba?
Marimba is from Portuguese, via a Bantu source, perhaps Kimbundu marimba ("xylophone").
When was Marginella marimba created?
Marginella marimba was created in 1994.
When was Marimba Roney born?
Marimba Roney was born in 1976.
What are some famous Marimba songs?
The marimba is a versatile instrument with a tympani like sound. Two famous songs with a marimba are Haircut and Love Plus One.
How much is a marimba?
it depends on the the brand, and size of the marimba, but the prices usually start at 5,000 and go up from there :)
How many keys are there on a marimba?
it depends on the kind of marimba. it ranges from 4 octaves to 5.5 octaves
What is the xylophones cousin?
marimba
When was Al son de la marimba created?
Al son de la marimba was created in 1940.
How much is a marimba cost?
it depends on the the brand, and size of the marimba, but the prices usually start at 5,000 and go up from there :)
What are the release dates for Marimba Land - 1920?
Marimba Land - 1920 was released on: USA: 26 September 1920
What type of music is marimba?
The Marimba is used in jazz ensembles,solo performances, woodwind ensembles, marimba concertos,marching bands,drum and bugle corps, and orchestral compositions.
What instrument family does a marimba belong in?
Marimba is a part of the percussion family because it is being hit in order to make a sound.
