Percussion Plus Percussion, Green (PP652)

Product Description The Caxixi (ka-shee-shee) single straw shaker from Percussion Plus is a light and tactile instrument producing a warm, percussive shaker tone. Also available as a double shaker, this single shaker is well suited to smaller hands or for those who want a little more control. Made in Ghana, these instruments were once thought to summon enchanted spirits and scare away evil. They are commonly played alongside African drumming ensembles but are fun to play with any music group. Each shaker has been hand-crafted in Ghana using sustainably sourced materials and traditional methods. Straw is woven together to form the basket with a small disk attached at the bottom for extra projection. They also feature a vibrant multi-coloured finish, very typical of these traditional instruments. To play, hold horizontally and shake the beads against the straw basket. Adding accents is easy – just turn the basket and project the beads against the small disk at the bottom of the shaker. Vary the angle of the shaker for even more tones, from soft and gentle to hard and percussive. Set Contains: 1 x Caxixi

• Part of the Percussion Plus Honestly Made range of musical instruments, produced ethically in developing nations
• Crafted in Ghana using traditional materials and methods
• Two sounds can be produced, either shake the pebbles onto the disc or into the weave
• Vibrant and colourful woven design
• Size varies from 16-20cm high.Responsibly sourced