Xylophone Design Kit with FREE Augmented Reality App

Parametric Studios

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Musical maker: build your own symphony of science!

Get ready to strike up the band and create beautiful music while mastering the science of sound! This incredible xylophone maker kit transforms budding young musicians into instrument engineers who discover the magical connection between craftsmanship, creativity, and acoustic physics!

As students construct their very own custom xylophone from scratch, they'll develop essential fine motor skills, enhance hand-eye coordination, and boost creative thinking abilities while learning how different materials and construction techniques affect musical tone and quality. Every strike of the mallets becomes a celebration of both artistic expression and scientific discovery, making music education an unforgettable hands-on adventure.

The learning amplifies even further with cutting-edge AR technology that turns every musical creation into a scientific exploration! Using the included AR cards and the FREE NEWTON AR APP, students can measure sound waves from their handcrafted instruments, analyze acoustic properties, and interact with their xylophones through exciting digital experiences that reveal the invisible science behind every note.

Whether you choose individual kits for personalized learning or the comprehensive classroom pack of 24 for full ensemble experiences, this package includes detailed directions and 5-6 standards-aligned lessons that seamlessly blend music education with STEM learning, creating musicians who understand both the art and science of sound.

Key Features:

  • Complete Xylophone Construction: Students build functional musical instruments from scratch
  • Creative Musical Expression: Encourages artistic thinking and musical experimentation
  • Sound Wave Analysis: AR technology allows students to measure and visualize sound from their instruments
  • Acoustic Science Learning: Discover how materials and construction affect musical tone and quality
  • Interactive AR Experiences: FREE NEWTON AR app creates digital musical adventures
  • Flexible Implementation: Available as individual kits or classroom packs of 24
  • Music-STEM Integration: Seamlessly connects artistic creation with scientific understanding
  • Standards-Aligned Curriculum: Includes 5-6 professionally developed lesson plans
  • Hands-On Craftsmanship: Traditional instrument-making skills meet modern technology
  • Sound Physics Exploration: Learn how different materials produce various musical frequencies

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- Christine R., Principal, Trinity Lutheran School, Kalispell, MT

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- Chad S., Teacher, School #18, Buffalo, NY

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- Karen S.,Teacher, Olympic Middle School, WA

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