A new basket rattle from Peru. A handwoven soft straw rattle with a bell inside. Used in local music and dance. The dancers of northern Peru are a colourful spectacle of swirling dance by young girls in local costume. 18cm.

These tactile little seed rattles come from the Peruvian Amazon. The seeds are sewn onto richly coloured cotton bands and have a gentle, mellow sound. Very popular. Measures:18cm

These popular hosho maraccas are from Zimbabwe with three hosho seed pods on a stick, they make a very effective sound. Measures:24cm.

24cm. Lovely quality, nice high sounding maracca

(Vietnam) This is a wooden clack with three very different pitches struck with a double headed turned stick.

Hand carved and decorated with mother of pearl. This pretty instrument would make an unusual gift and it sounds good too! 20x5cm. Made in Vietnam.

These are super looking, handpainted in bright colours.You shake them and knock them against each other. A traditional W African instrument made in Bali. Measures:15cm round.

These are the origianl version from Senegal- more authentic than the Balinese ones.

This clack and stick from Indonesia has a surprisingly loud sound, so a great little percussive instrument. Measures:17.5cm

Pair of Hide maraccas with shaped wooden handles. Handmdae by our Bangkok supplier 15cm long 4cm dia

These really are lovely! Each one a work of art with its intricate carvings in traditional Peruvian patterns, some incorporating the Nazca lines. Not only that, it has a soft soothing sound too! Measures:approx:15cm

The Double Huiro Clack is an interesting wooden ribbed instrument that is beaten and/or stroked along the ribs. It has a big sound for its size and anyone can play it. Excellent percussive instrument. Measures:15cmx10cm

9cm- popular shaker, made from wood and then handpainted all kinds of bright colours.

A great addition to any collection of musical items, these handbells are nicely made with ten bells and bamboo wrapped handles for a comfy hold! Measures:13cmx9cm

The gourd shaker is made in Kenya, a good sturdy instrument with beautiful traditional pyrographic designs and a great sound. Measures 24cm