Activity

Welcome, families! Today, we're going to explore the world of percussion using a common household item - spoons! Did you know that spoons have been used as percussive instruments throughout history? They produce a variety of fun rhythmic sounds and have been played by professional folk, jazz, and classical musicians. Let's try it out for ourselves! The most common way of producing a sound is by holding two spoons with their outer surface (curved part) facing each other and hitting them against each other - it's similar to the way castanets work! We can also hit the spoons against another percussive instrument or against our palms. Let's experiment with different rhythms and see what kind of sounds we can make! Not only is this a fun and engaging activity for kids of all ages, but it also helps develop their sense of rhythm and coordination. So grab some spoons and let's make some music!