KOW
Code: bones-ab
£10.95
(inc. VAT)
  • Bones/ Rhythm Bones
  • African blackwood
  • Made in Tanzania 
  • Length: approx.19.5cm


Product overview

Bones refers to a simple, handheld percussion instrument made of two thin, curved pieces of material, traditionally animal bones but also often crafted from wood or plastic. It's one of the oldest known musical instruments, used in a variety of folk music traditions around the world.

Bones have roots in ancient music, being used by cultures in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. In the Irish tradition, they are often associated with folk music sessions, accompanying instruments like the fiddle or tin whistle. They are also found in American minstrel shows and Appalachian folk music.

The player holds the two "bones" loosely between the fingers of one hand. By flicking the wrist, the bones are made to click together, producing a rhythmic clattering sound. The motion is similar to snapping fingers, but with the bones creating the sound.


Specification

Material
Wood

Delivery & returns

Deliveries

Most orders are processed within one working day of receipt of order, subject to stock availability

Delivery costs vary dependant upon weight, size, location and method.  Prices are calculated when items are placed in your basket.

For standard delivery within the UK we use the Royal Mail 48 hour tracked service.

Fedex or DHL are used for next day services.  (Highlands & Islands are often two day services)

Free Delivery over £95  - This applies to orders delivered to the UK mainland only (excludes Highlands & Islands) 


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No quibble 28 day returns policy

You should let us know within 14 days of receiving the goods if you wish to return an item. You then have a further 14 days from letting us know to get it back to us. Once the item has been despatched it becomes your responsibility to return an order or item in an unmarked and resaleable condition before we can issue a refund to you. Please note that return postage charges cannot be refunded unless the product is faulty or not as described. Items not returned within the agreed period of time may not be accepted, or may be subject to a 20% restocking fee, this will be at our discretion. Also please note that this only applies to individual customers. 

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