Percussion Workshop KB13 25 Note Chromatic Glockenspiel

Bright, crisp and brilliantly classroom-friendly — the Percussion Workshop KB13 Chromatic Glockenspiel is a superb choice for introducing young musicians to melody, harmony and musical notation. With a full 25-note range laid out like a piano keyboard, it’s the perfect bridge between untuned percussion and more advanced instrumental learning.

What’s included

• 2-octave chromatic glockenspiel (G59 – G83)

• Accurately tuned to A440

• Folding legs for added stability

• 2 extra strong plastic beaters

• Protective carry case

Why it’s great for the classroom

• Full chromatic range — ideal for teaching melody, harmony and basic keyboard skills

• Piano-style layout — black and white bars mirror a keyboard to aid musical understanding

• Clearly labelled — note names etched onto bars to help younger learners

• Bright, crisp tone — great projection for whole class teaching

• Lightweight & portable — easy to transport and store between lessons

Progressive Instrument Pathway

The KB13 Glockenspiel provides a natural next step after early years tuned percussion like chime bars and Boomwhackers. Its chromatic range and piano-style layout encourage deeper understanding of scales, harmony and keyboard geography, helping to prepare learners for keyboard, piano or orchestral percussion progression.

Ideal from KS1 onwards, it’s also a fantastic tool for whole-class instrumental teaching and ensemble playing.