There isn’t a song on the radio that doesn’t have a guitar or piano.
Both are almost necessary for creating modern music and we are eternally grateful for them both.
But something that can make a song truly special is an exotic instrument.
One instrument on the rise is the African Kalimba.
And you are going to want to put one on your birthday list!
The African Kalimba consists of a wooden board with attached staggered metal tines, played by holding the instrument in the hands and plucking the tines with one’s fingers.
While you can find hundreds of kalimba songs being played online, one of the most beautiful involves Elvis Presley and the sweetest Golden Retriever you’ve ever seen.
The video has over 20 million views on YouTube and counting.
As soon as the musician starts playing, this Retriever moves in closer so he won’t miss anything. The man begins “I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You,” and from the first second, his dog is hooked. But we aren’t surprised.
This rendition is not only serene, but the musician’s best friend is right by his side.
He looks so majestic standing there, taking in the music of the kalimba and the sounds of nature, blending together as if they were meant to be. As you can see, the greenery around them does nothing but add to the therapeutic values of the performance.
No wonder this dog is captivated.
While this harp is pretty, the kalimba comes in many different styles and colors. Many people have found it useful to play songs from movies like “Lord of the Rings,” and video games like, “Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.” You can’t properly capture the essence of songs from such culture with a piano or guitar.
Legend of Zelda songs sound awesome on the kalimba.
You can even find smaller kalimbas to practice on that have only four tines. These are great for children as well as beginners. Or just to have something to take with you on the go, similar to the harmonica or ocarina. No one wants to carry a guitar or full-sized harp in their car!
You can even buy four-tine kalimbas if seventeen tines are too much for you.
No matter what kind of kalimba floats your boat, your goal will be to sound as good as this artist.
The rendition is short but oh so sweet. After the song ends, the ultimate judge wants more and nuzzles himself up to his owner and asks for an encore.
This Golden Retriever is the real star of the show.
Want to learn “I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You,” on the kalimba? No problem! You can always find tablature like this that’s super easy to follow. Check out this Elvis Presley song that you can learn in no time after you have a basic grasp of how to play the kalimba.
Anyone can learn this instrument.
Just remember, it will take a lot of practice to become the true musician that this guy is.
But just for safe measure, make sure you have your trusty canine by your side to serenade.
If you’re having trouble relaxing lately, listen to the kalimba every day, and let your troubles float away. The world needs more music like this and you can be the one to spread the peace that it brings.
Listen below to the beautiful sounds and the adorable Golden Retriever taking it all in.
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