http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iskqm0IqzKQ&list=PLD0E8302D68EA38CD
Title: Yellow Bird
Performer: Couple of Michio Wu (I'm not sure this is correct, but I didn't see anything else)
Culture/Origin: unknown - My best guess is it is England because tone bells originated in England and tone chimes are a variation on tone bells.
Orchestration: Tone Bells
In thinking about the application of world music in classrooms, it can be easier to think way outside the box and negate english speaking countries as too easy or too close to American culture. Tone chimes are not something that is widely known about in American society as a valuable musical experience. These instruments, however, create a great tone, while allowing younger students to be able to focus on rhythm with a pitch attached to it. The harmonies are not far out from what American listeners would be used to, but the use of the instrument is not something we are used to. I think these are valuable instruments to consider when incorporating world music into the curriculum and are basic enough to be used for lower levels, but can become very difficult for higher levels. I especially like these instruments because the tone quality is much nicer than a recorder. While the recorder has more note options and can be qualified by that reason, it would drive me crazy to teach it for a long period of time. The tone chimes are a valuable alternative that can be beneficial in many different ways.
