Package includes: 1 x 3.4 inch Wooden Cabasa Hand Shaker Percussion Instrument (L) Product overview: This wooden cabasa is a compact hand shaker designed to add clear rhythmic texture to music classes, rehearsals, and home practice. The instrument combines a natural wood handle and body with metal beads that rotate around the cylinder to produce a scraping, rattling sound. Key benefits: Simple to play: use a shaking motion or rotate the beads with your hand to vary the sound and rhythm. Clear, versatile tone: produces a scraping rattling sound useful for keeping time, accenting phrases, and adding subtle rhythmic layers. Comfortable and portable: lightweight 270 g construction and ergonomic wooden handle make it easy to hold for extended use. Durable materials: natural wood body with metal bead chain for consistent response and long lasting use. Student and classroom friendly: sized and balanced for preschool and beginner students to learn basic rhythmic patterns. Features and specifications: Weight: approximately 270 g Materials: natural wood and metal beads Size: approximately 8.7 x 8.7 x 18 cm (3.4 x 3.4 x 7 inches) L x W x H Sound: scraping and rattling tones produced by rotating or shaking the beads around the cylinder Play style: hold the handle and either shake or rotate the beaded chain to create continuous or percussive effects Practical uses: Music education: small and easy to operate for preschool and elementary music classes to teach rhythm, pulse, and coordination. Ensemble accompaniment: add subtle rhythmic texture in acoustic ensembles, choirs, or small band settings. Home practice and hobby playing: compact size makes it convenient for practice, rehearsals, and casual music making. What makes it stand out: Combines simple mechanics and natural materials to deliver a reliable rhythmic tool that is easy to control. Lightweight and ergonomic design helps beginners maintain comfortable grip and consistent technique. Clear, adjustable tone produced by both shaking and rotational playing techniques gives performers expressive options. Care and use tips: Rotate the beads slowly for a soft, sustained scraping sound or shake for sharper rhythmic accents. Avoid exposing the instrument to excessive moisture or direct heat to preserve the wood and metal components. This wooden cabasa is a straightforward, durable percussion instrument suitable for teaching, practice, and adding rhythmic color to musical arrangements.