Children love water! Children love music! So children love…. Instruments that make water sounds!
Here are some instruments I frequently use in music therapy which have water sounds.
Ocean drum
An ocean drum recreates the sound of rolling and crashing waves. Children move to move it around and listen to the sounds and feel the vibrations against the hands. I’ve found the “Remo Ocean Drum” with fish graphics, like the one pictured works best. I find that the 12 inch version works well and it’s a good size for children to hold themselves.
Thunder Tube
Shake a thunder tube to recreate the sound of thunder! It can have a very powerful sound and so it’s useful to have an adult to demonstrate it first. I find the pictured “Remo Thundertube (7 inch long)” to be the best option since it is small enough for children to hold themselves.
Rainstick
This is a traditional Chilean instrument that has been modified to be used as a children’s instrument. Hold it vertical and you can hear the sound of rain! I find the version in the picture is better suited for children as compared to the traditional version due to the shiny beads that move. This version is called the Halilit Rainbomaker.
These instruments are great as a sensory experience, a relaxing experience or can be used with sea sounds tracks. Here’s a beach track for your use.
Inquire with your music therapist if you can use your NDIS funding to purchase instruments that fit in your NDIS goals.
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