What's a Didgeridoo?

Ever wonder what a Didgeridoo looks like? Kindermusik parents and caregivers with their babies, toddlers and preschoolers have all been listening to this fascinating Australian instrument in Epo I Tai Tai E (from "Peek-A-Boo, I Love You") and dancing to Dover's Dance (from "Zoo Train")-- two of our summer camp (A) themes at Musikandmotion!



Here's a bit of history behind this fascinating instrument which native aborigines of Australia have been playing for centuries...

"Possibly the world's oldest musical instrument. A wind instrument originally found in Arnhem Land, Northern Australia. Is made from limbs and tree trunks hollowed out by termites (insects). Is cut to an average length of 1.3 metres (51 inches) and cleaned out with a stick or hot coals. Was used as an accompaniment to chants and songs. Produces a low-pitch, resonant sound with complex rhythmic patterns," by Helen Thompson, Nursery Nurse and Brain Gym® Consultant.

So while the traditional Didgeridoo may be difficult to find and play, you can make your own by using plastic tubing or a poster tube. Click the link here create-kids-crafts.com to find out how!!!