handchime
Sign in to saveHandchimes are musical instruments which are rung by hand, similar to handbells. Typically, they are tuned square tubes with an external clapper mechanism. Many handbell techniques can also be applied to handchimes, though some are more difficult (such as six-in-hand) or impossible (malleting). On a music score, handchimes are indicated by a diamond shape on each note as opposed to an oval shape.
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Within Vinony's link graph, handchime is referenced by 8 other articles, and connects out to electronic drum, International Standard Book Number and musical instrument.
It is catalogued under topics including Hand percussion, Idiophones struck directly and Pitched percussion instruments.
Its subject is documented across 7 Wikipedia language editions.
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- Subclass of
- idiophone
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- Hornbostel-Sachs classification
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Handchimes are musical instruments which are rung by hand, similar to handbells. Typically, they are tuned square tubes with an external clapper mechanism. Many handbell techniques can also be applied to handchimes, though some are more difficult (such as six-in-hand) or impossible (malleting). On a music score, handchimes are indicated by a diamond shape on each note as opposed to an oval shape.
==Uses== Handchimes were originally intended to be used as a training tool for prospective handbell ringers. They are cheaper, easier, lighter and more resilient than handbells, making them more accessible for school groups, church youth choirs and senior citizens' groups.
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