In the documentary, “Mile… Mile and a Half,” a group of artists, videographers and photographers hike the John Muir Trail. At one point, they meet up with two musicians who have brought along a small xylophone. The duo plays tunes on it while sitting on bear canisters high up in the mountains. One of the most memorable events on a camping trip is sitting around the campfire singing and playing instruments. |
Many types of music can be played with an eight note xylophone or recorder. One kind that is very popular is a round. When a round is played or sung, each musician voices the same tune, but each one starts at a different time, and the song fits harmoniously together. Most of the music books in the Popular 8 Note Songs series contain rounds. There are many rounds that can be played on an eight note xylophone including Frere Jacques, Three Blind Mice and Row, Row, Row Your Boat. |
Sometimes getting to a campsite can require a long drive in the car. Music helps keep kids (and adults) happy, and a xylophone on a child’s lap can provide hours of entertainment. All it takes is a music pattern book and a small instrument to make some new musical memories. The Up-a-do Unlimited Glockenspiel Xylophone is small and portable, and campers and backpackers can take it with them almost anywhere. |
Wishing you joy on your musical journey!
Debra Newby