MS ZENKO celtic minor Operation instructions
ZENKO
pygmy
ZENKO
gamme
ZENKO
celtic minor
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Tutorial & Songbook
Note Layout
The Zenko Celtic minor is different from all other Zenkos as it offers a layout of notes
(pattern) alternately placed. This feature makes the Zenko Celtic minor an exception
to the Zenko family and closer to the ‘Big’ handpans, hich are all made in this ay.
Range
The Zenko celtic minor comes tuned to
A3, C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4, C5 and D5.
This range corresponds to the A minor
and C major scales.
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Introduction
Dear client, thank you for choosing our Zenko celtic minor! The Zenko, created by
Metal Sounds, producers of the finest percussion instruments, hand making high
quality stainless steel drums in France, since 2014.
The Zenko is an 8 or 9 note Steel tongue drum, coming in 10 different models, ith
many scales and note layouts to choose from. For more information on our Zenko
range please visit: https://metalsounds-shop.com
Zenko Celtic Minor - Tutorial & Songbook
Second to Ninth Note
The follo ing notes are found in ascending
order by alternating from left to right (red
arro s). The highest note (9) in this range
is located at the very top of the Zenko. To
descend the scale reverse the direction of
the arro s.
This scale can be played alternately right
to left. Start ith your right hand to avoid
crossing your hands.
First to Second Note
The lo est note on the Zenko Celtic minor
is the center note. You can ascend the
scale by playing the second note just
belo , indicated by the blue arro .
Video
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Notation
The staff is complemented by a tablature hich sho s the play of the hands (right /
left) as ell as each note’s pitch, represented by a number. In many cases, if reading
notes is not your strong point, it is easier to find the right note by the tablature number
on the sheet music.
Staff
Tablature
Playing ith Mallets Thumb Slap Index Finger Slap
Thumb and Index Finger
Dampen Sound ith Fingertips
In addition to playing ith
your hands, you can play t o
adjacent notes simul-
taneously ith one hand by
using your thumb and index
finger and start a different
chord.
When playing ith your hands, you can dampen the sounds by applying light pressure ith
your fingertips on the note after hitting it ith your hand.
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Zenko on
its Stand
Video
Playing Position
Playing Position
To play the Zenko in a sitting position, place it flat
on your lap, ith the 2nd note closest to you,
making sure it’s far enough a ay that you don't
have to bend your arms to reach the nearer notes.
Alternatively you can play the Zenko by placing it on a stool,
chair or table top using the foam support provided ith your
drum.
If you ish to play the Zenko in a standing position, e advise
you to use the special Metal Sounds stand hich the Zenko
can be scre ed to.
Technique
The easiest ay to play the Zenko is to use
mallets. Use the rubber head mallets included
ith the drum or your o n of similar hardness.
Playing ith your hands is more demanding but
gives a richer sound. You can also play ith your
thumb or index finger. The thumb gives a rounder sound and
is more suitable for the lo er notes. The index finger
produces a more accurate tone and is suitable for all notes.
The best method is to hit the tongue directly letting your
finger bounce a ay from the note immediately to avoid
dampening or muffling its resonance.
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