pBuzz

pBuzz is a unique beginner instrument designed to introduce young children to the fundamentals of brass playing. Lightweight, easy to handle and made in the UK, pBuzz focuses on essential techniques like buzzing and sliding, making it the ideal stepping stone to instruments like the trombone and trumpet. Supported by expert resources and popular with educators worldwide, pBuzz helps young players develop their musical skills and confidence.

Why it’s great for the classroom:

• Accessible and durable: Lightweight and tough, pBuzz is suitable for children as young as three, as well as for SEND students.

• Foundational skills: pBuzz teaches children the basics of brass playing, including breath control, posture, and buzzing, all in a fun, approachable way.

• Whole-class learning: Perfect for beginner brass programs and can be taught by non-musician instructors using our comprehensive resources.

Progressive Instrument Pathway:

As a child’s first brass instrument, pBuzz is designed to build foundational skills. From here, students can progress to beginner brass instruments like the pBone, pCornet, or pTrumpet, equipped with the techniques and confidence gained through playing pBuzz.

Accredited CPD Training with pBuzz

pBone Music and the ABRSM have teamed up to created two accredited CPD courses for educators using pBuzz. They empower music educators to train other teachers to use pBuzz in the classroom, while the second course introduces the basics of pBuzz to primary teachers without prior musical experience.

pBone Music are the team of musicians behind a range of award-winning, carbon neutral musical instruments. From innovative beginner brass instruments like pBone, pTrumpet and pBuzz to classroom favourites like pCorder and pUkulele, instruments from pBone Music are trusted by teachers across the globe.