Tongue drums, kalimbas and songbooks anyone can play.
Play real songs by following numbers instead of notes. No music reading needed. For children, quiet evenings and family time.
- Free shipping on instrumentsTo the US, Canada and UK. Usually ships within 5 days.
- 30-day returns on instrumentsEmail us first. If accepted, we send a return label.
- Tuned and ready to play No music reading needed.
- Songbooks as PDFBy email right after checkout. Print at home.
Songbooks for tongue drum and kalimba
Which instrument do you play?
How to play songs by numbers
- Every tongue on your drum, or key on your kalimba, has a number.
- In the book, each note has the same number underneath.
- Play the numbers in order, and the song appears.
Songbooks to start with
Look inside before you buy
Here is a real song page: the notes, the lyrics and a number under every note, so you know which tongue or key to play.
Questions before you buy
Which tongue drum is right for me?
Standard (11 tongues) is the easy start for adults and children ages 8+. Premium (15 tongues) gives you more tongues and room to grow, ages 12+. Exclusive (14 tongues) is made for playing with your hands and free improvising, ages 14+. All three are tuned to C major and can be played with mallets or hands. Compare the 3 drums.
Do I need to read music?
No. Every note has a number that matches a tongue on your drum or a key on your kalimba.
Will a songbook work with my drum?
Each songbook page shows the key the book is written in. Most pages also list the drum or kalimba sizes it was written for. Not sure which key your drum is in? Find the right book for your drum.
How do I get my songbook?
After checkout, we email you the PDF. If it hasn't arrived within a few minutes, please check your spam folder.
Can I read it on my phone or tablet?
Yes. It's a regular PDF file that opens on any phone, tablet or computer.
Can I print my songbook?
Yes. You can print the PDF at home for your own personal use.
Are there songbooks for the kalimba?
Yes. Browse the kalimba songbooks. Each book page shows which kalimbas it was written for.
How long does shipping take?
Orders usually ship within 5 days. Delivery to the US and UK usually takes 7 to 10 business days. Shipping on instruments to the US, Canada and the UK is free. Songbooks are not shipped: you get the PDF by email right after checkout.
Can I return an instrument?
Yes, within 30 days of receiving it, unused and in its original packaging. Please email support@sonodrum.co first. If your return is accepted, we'll send you a return shipping label and instructions. We can't accept items sent back without a return request.
Still unsure? Email us at support@sonodrum.co. We usually reply within 48 hours.