{"id":45585,"date":"2025-05-21T12:53:06","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T11:53:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=45585"},"modified":"2025-05-21T12:53:18","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T11:53:18","slug":"easy-kalimba-songs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Easy Kalimba Songs for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#What_is_a_kalimba\" >What is a kalimba?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#Easy_kalimba_songs\" >Easy kalimba songs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#1_%E2%80%9CTake_Me_Home_Country_Roads%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_John_Denver\" >1. \u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d \u2013 John Denver<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#2_%E2%80%9CEdelweiss%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Richard_Rodgers_for_The_Sound_of_Music\" >2. \u201cEdelweiss\u201d \u2013 Richard Rodgers for The Sound of Music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#3_%E2%80%9CHere_Comes_the_Sun%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Beatles\" >3. \u201cHere Comes the Sun\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#4_%E2%80%9CTwinkle_Twinkle_Little_Star%E2%80%9D\" >4. \u201cTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#5_%E2%80%9CAmazing_Grace%E2%80%9D\" >5. \u201cAmazing Grace\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#6_%E2%80%9CKumbaya%E2%80%9D\" >6. \u201cKumbaya\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#7_%E2%80%9CCant_Help_Falling_in_Love%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Elvis_Presley\" >7. \u201cCan\u2019t Help Falling in Love\u201d \u2013 Elvis Presley<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#8_%E2%80%9CLet_It_Be%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Beatles\" >8. \u201cLet It Be\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#9_%E2%80%9CWhat_a_Wonderful_World%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Louis_Armstrong\" >9. \u201cWhat a Wonderful World\u201d \u2013 Louis Armstrong<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#10_%E2%80%9CHappy_Birthday%E2%80%9D\" >10. \u201cHappy Birthday\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#11_%E2%80%9CHedwigs_Theme%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_John_Williams_for_Harry_Potter\" >11. \u201cHedwig\u2019s Theme\u201d \u2013 John Williams for Harry Potter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#12_%E2%80%9CFur_Elise%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Beethoven\" >12. \u201cF\u00fcr Elise\u201d \u2013 Beethoven<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#13_%E2%80%9CMoon_River%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Henry_Mancini_for_Breakfast_at_Tiffanys\" >13. \u201cMoon River\u201d \u2013 Henry Mancini for Breakfast at Tiffany\u2019s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#14_%E2%80%9CSomewhere_Over_the_Rainbow%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Harold_Arlen_for_The_Wizard_of_Oz\" >14. \u201cSomewhere Over the Rainbow\u201d \u2013 Harold Arlen for The Wizard of Oz<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#15_%E2%80%9CYou_Are_My_Sunshine%E2%80%9D\" >15. \u201cYou Are My Sunshine\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#16_%E2%80%9CToo_Sweet%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Hozier\" >16. \u201cToo Sweet\u201d \u2013 Hozier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#17_%E2%80%9CSave_Your_Tears%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Weeknd\" >17. \u201cSave Your Tears\u201d \u2013 The Weeknd<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#18_%E2%80%9CYesterday%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Beatles\" >18. \u201cYesterday\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#19_%E2%80%9COde_to_Joy%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Beethoven\" >19. \u201cOde to Joy\u201d \u2013 Beethoven<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#20_%E2%80%9CThe_Lion_Sleeps_Tonight%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Solomon_Linda\" >20. \u201cThe Lion Sleeps Tonight\u201d \u2013 Solomon Linda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#21_%E2%80%9CAuld_Lang_Syne%E2%80%9D\" >21. \u201cAuld Lang Syne\u201d<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#Top_tips_for_learning_the_kalimba\" >Top tips for learning the kalimba<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#1_Familiarise_yourself_with_the_kalimba\" >1. Familiarise yourself with the kalimba<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#2_Practise_scales\" >2. Practise scales<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#3_Play_slowly_to_begin_with\" >3. Play slowly to begin with<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#Is_playing_the_kalimba_easy\" >Is playing the kalimba easy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#Is_a_17-key_kalimba_good\" >Is a 17-key kalimba good?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#Can_I_learn_kalimba_on_my_own\" >Can I learn kalimba on my own?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-kalimba-songs\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image:<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-Walnut-17-Keys\/6P6Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gear4music Life Kalimba<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve just picked up a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Gear4music-Life?page=1&amp;filters[797]=1211#fltr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kalimba<\/a><\/strong> for the first time, you may be wondering how it works and what to play. The African instrument has a wealth of potential for such a small box, and it lends itself beautifully to all kinds of music, from traditional folk music to modern pop songs. Earth, Wind &amp; Fire made it popular in mainstream Western music, and when it\u2019s played professionally, it\u2019s very impressive to listen to.<\/p>\n<p>You should opt for some fairly straightforward songs to get started with, as these will lead to quick skill development in those early stages of learning &#8211; if you practise regularly!\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Many\u00a0<strong>easy kalimba songs\u00a0<\/strong>out there <\/span>are fun to play and will make you feel like you\u2019re making real progress with the instrument.<\/p>\n<p>From classic nursery rhymes to Elvis and The Beatles, our list of beginner kalimba songs includes a range of options from various genres, meaning there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here are our top three easy kalimba songs to get you started:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d \u2013 John Denver<\/li>\n<li>\u201cEdelweiss\u201d \u2013 <em>The Sound of Music<\/em><\/li>\n<li>\u201cHere Comes the Sun\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/li>\n<li>\u201cTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cAmazing Grace\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Gear4music-Life?page=1&#038;filters%91797%93=1211#fltr&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP GEAR4MUSIC KALIMBAS&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;What is a kalimba?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_kalimba\"><\/span>What is a kalimba?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A kalimba is a Westernised version of the mbira, a traditional African lamellophone instrument. It\u2019s made up of one row of thin metal tongues, a slight variation of the mbira, which has two rows, and a resonating board. Some are flat, without a soundhole, and others are box-shaped instruments with a soundhole. There can also be two holes at the back that create a \u201cwah\u201d effect when covered or uncovered.<\/p>\n<p>The instrument is also known as a \u201cthumb piano\u201d, as it\u2019s played by thumbs plucking the metal\/split cane keys. Pressing one of these tongues creates a ringing sound that resonates through the wooden body. It\u2019s pretty easy to learn to play, and as it\u2019s such a portable instrument, you can practise anywhere!<\/p>\n<p>The 17-key kalimba is a great starting point for beginners. It provides enough metal tongues (or tines) for all the entry-level pieces of music you&#8217;ll be learning, as well as more intermediate songs. We recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-Walnut-17-Keys\/6P6Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gear4music Life Kalimba<\/a><\/strong>, available in walnut or mahogany. It comes with a protective case and tuning hammer and has holes in the back for those &#8220;wah&#8221; noises.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Easy kalimba songs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Easy_kalimba_songs\"><\/span>Easy kalimba songs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_%E2%80%9CTake_Me_Home_Country_Roads%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_John_Denver\"><\/span>1. \u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d \u2013 John Denver<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A country classic that\u2019s also featured on our list of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-country-songs-to-learn-on-guitar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">easy country guitar songs<\/a><\/strong>, John Denver\u2019s \u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d is a great first song to learn on the kalimba. It\u2019s slow and steady and has a simple, repetitive melody that makes it super easy to pick up. Plus, it\u2019s a crowd-pleaser &#8211; everyone knows it, and it\u2019s fun to play along with friends or just relax and strum solo.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_%E2%80%9CEdelweiss%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Richard_Rodgers_for_The_Sound_of_Music\"><\/span>2. \u201cEdelweiss\u201d \u2013 Richard Rodgers for <em>The Sound of Music<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Soft and sentimental, \u201cEdelweiss\u201d is a beautiful introduction to melody-focused playing on the kalimba. Originating from <em>The Sound of Music<\/em>, this is another slow song, giving you time to learn each note, practise note transitions, and express feeling through the melody. There are no complex patterns or advanced techniques, just gentle, flowing tones that work brilliantly with the kalimba\u2019s sweet, delicate sound.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_%E2%80%9CHere_Comes_the_Sun%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Beatles\"><\/span>3. \u201cHere Comes the Sun\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u201cHere Comes the Sun\u201d is a perfect, cheerful Beatles classic to play on the kalimba. It&#8217;s a step up from basic nursery rhymes, but it&#8217;s still great for beginners &#8211; you\u2019ll get to practise simple fingerpicking patterns and smooth transitions without feeling overwhelmed.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IMwDLEVx9L4?si=hXGPfEzNmnO8u-M6\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_%E2%80%9CTwinkle_Twinkle_Little_Star%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>4. \u201cTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019re new to the kalimba, practising a few basic children\u2019s songs is a great way to get to know the instrument, how it\u2019s played, and how it feels before moving on to more advanced repertoire.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u201d has simple, repeating patterns and is perfect for practising simple melodies and finger coordination. Plus, the soft, bell-like tone of the kalimba gives the melody a soothing, lullaby-like quality.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_%E2%80%9CAmazing_Grace%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>5. \u201cAmazing Grace\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a calm, meaningful song to learn on the kalimba, \u201cAmazing Grace\u201d is a beautiful option. It\u2019s perfect for practising smooth transitions and controlled playing. The kalimba\u2019s soft, mellow sound really brings out the emotional depth of this timeless tune.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_%E2%80%9CKumbaya%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>6. \u201cKumbaya\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u201cKumbaya\u201d is slow, well-known, and very simple to learn. The phrase &#8220;kumbaya&#8221; means &#8220;come by here&#8221; in the Gullah culture, and the song is believed to have originated among African American communities in the southeastern United States during the early 20th century. It later became popular as a spiritual and folk tune.<\/p>\n<p>The song is an easy way to get comfortable with basic note patterns and timing. The repetitive phrases are perfect for beginners.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bzqAwhK9InA?si=qdxLKrzyQ_uev7yo\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_%E2%80%9CCant_Help_Falling_in_Love%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Elvis_Presley\"><\/span>7. \u201cCan\u2019t Help Falling in Love\u201d \u2013 Elvis Presley<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It\u2019s no surprise that Elvis Presley\u2019s romantic ballad \u201cCan\u2019t Help Falling in Love\u201d has a dreamy, elegant feel; the melody is actually based on a classical piece called \u201cPlaisir d\u2019amour\u201d. It&#8217;s gentle and manageable, with a slow tempo and predictable note patterns that are great for building finger coordination and control.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_%E2%80%9CLet_It_Be%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Beatles\"><\/span>8. \u201cLet It Be\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u201cLet It Be\u201d is one of those songs that feels comforting the moment you hear it, and that makes it a great choice for kalimba beginners. Released by The Beatles in 1970, the song\u2019s slow pace and steady rhythm are easy to follow, with simple note sequences that build confidence as you go. You won\u2019t need to master any tricky fingerwork, but you will probably find yourself singing along!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_%E2%80%9CWhat_a_Wonderful_World%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Louis_Armstrong\"><\/span>9. \u201cWhat a Wonderful World\u201d \u2013 Louis Armstrong<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The melody of \u201cWhat a Wonderful World\u201d is slow and unhurried. Like \u201cCan\u2019t Help Falling in Love\u201d, this Louis Armstrong classic lets you focus on tone and expression. And with the kalimba\u2019s naturally warm, gentle sound, each note captures the song\u2019s emotional depth.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jZ26ttghAMo?si=Ma0r4SrcjN7oN2pV\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_%E2%80%9CHappy_Birthday%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>10. \u201cHappy Birthday\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It\u2019s a good idea to have \u201cHappy Birthday\u201d in your back pocket \u2013 after all, you\u2019ll likely get the chance to play it for friends or family at some point. The melody is short and familiar, which makes it ideal if you&#8217;re getting used to finger placement and tine spacing.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_%E2%80%9CHedwigs_Theme%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_John_Williams_for_Harry_Potter\"><\/span>11. \u201cHedwig\u2019s Theme\u201d \u2013 John Williams for <em>Harry Potter<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019re a Harry Potter fan, you\u2019ll want to learn the magical \u201cHedwig\u2019s Theme\u201d on the kalimba. Composed by the legendary John Williams, this whimsical melody is full of charm and sounds beautiful on the kalimba\u2019s soft, chime-like tones. While it\u2019s a small step up in difficulty, it\u2019s a great way to challenge yourself a bit. You\u2019ll get to practise timing, light jumps between notes, and dynamics to make the melody come alive.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_%E2%80%9CFur_Elise%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Beethoven\"><\/span>12. \u201cF\u00fcr Elise\u201d \u2013 Beethoven<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you&#8217;re just starting out on the kalimba but want to try a classical piece of music, \u201cF\u00fcr Elise\u201d is a fun first step. This iconic melody by Beethoven might sound complex at first, but the opening theme &#8211; what most people recognise &#8211; is surprisingly easy. You\u2019ll be working with simple note sequences and patterns that repeat, which makes it straightforward to memorise and play.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ganXJ9Gs8yQ?si=IsYyg9DvHOIW3Orm\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_%E2%80%9CMoon_River%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Henry_Mancini_for_Breakfast_at_Tiffanys\"><\/span>13. \u201cMoon River\u201d \u2013 Henry Mancini for <em>Breakfast at Tiffany\u2019s<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u201cMoon River\u201d is a dreamy, romantic tune that fits the kalimba\u2019s mellow sound beautifully, and it\u2019s a great choice if you\u2019re a beginner looking for something slow and expressive. Written by Henry Mancini and famously sung by Audrey Hepburn in <em>Breakfast at Tiffany\u2019s<\/em>, the song has a gentle, flowing melody that gives you plenty of time to find each note.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_%E2%80%9CSomewhere_Over_the_Rainbow%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Harold_Arlen_for_The_Wizard_of_Oz\"><\/span>14. \u201cSomewhere Over the Rainbow\u201d \u2013 Harold Arlen for <em>The Wizard of Oz<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you want a calm, soothing song to learn on the kalimba, \u201cSomewhere Over the Rainbow\u201d is a beautiful pick. Originally written by Harold Arlen for The Wizard of Oz in 1939, this classic tune has a gentle melody that\u2019s great for practising fluidity in your playing.<\/p>\n<p>It includes some wider intervals than our other suggestions on this list, but navigating these notes and becoming familiar with the tines is a key part of progressing on the kalimba.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_%E2%80%9CYou_Are_My_Sunshine%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>15. \u201cYou Are My Sunshine\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u201cYou Are My Sunshine\u201d is a cheerful, easy-going tune. Originally recorded in the late 1930s and later made famous by various country and folk artists, the song\u2019s bright, repetitive melody makes it a breeze to learn. It\u2019s a feel-good song that\u2019s always fun to play.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3easjW7Cr-A?si=1mZv-aV6XYpZA7QM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_%E2%80%9CToo_Sweet%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Hozier\"><\/span>16. \u201cToo Sweet\u201d \u2013 Hozier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019re after more of a modern song to add to your repertoire, \u201cToo Sweet\u201d by Hozier is a great choice. Released in 2024, the song quickly became popular for its catchy tune and soulful feel. On the kalimba, the melody can be simplified, allowing you to focus on clean note transitions and timing.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_%E2%80%9CSave_Your_Tears%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Weeknd\"><\/span>17. \u201cSave Your Tears\u201d \u2013 The Weeknd<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Another contemporary hit, \u201cSave Your Tears\u201d by The Weeknd is a solid song choice for early kalimba players. It blends a retro &#8217;80s-inspired vibe with a simple, catchy melody that works really well on the kalimba. Most of the tune follows a repetitive structure, making it easy to learn and satisfying to practise.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_%E2%80%9CYesterday%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_The_Beatles\"><\/span>18. \u201cYesterday\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A Beatles classic, \u201cYesterday\u201d is one of the most covered songs in history &#8211; and the kalimba is no exception to the instruments it can be performed on. If you&#8217;re in the mood for something soft and reflective, this is a beautiful song pick. The phrasing flows naturally, so you can ease into the notes without rushing.<\/p>\n<p>While it may introduce a few new patterns, they\u2019re simple enough to pick up with a bit of practice. Plus, it just sounds gorgeous on the kalimba\u2019s delicate tones.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C2dGQ3rtfSk?si=RngLPPauTPMOzOoX\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_%E2%80%9COde_to_Joy%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Beethoven\"><\/span>19. \u201cOde to Joy\u201d \u2013 Beethoven<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u201cOde to Joy\u201d is a fantastic starting point for kalimba beginners &#8211; it\u2019s upbeat, easy to follow, and instantly recognisable. With a repetitive note structure that helps build familiarity with tine spacing and basic finger movement, this is a very satisfying and fairly straightforward song to learn.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_%E2%80%9CThe_Lion_Sleeps_Tonight%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Solomon_Linda\"><\/span>20. \u201cThe Lion Sleeps Tonight\u201d \u2013 Solomon Linda<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for something playful, rhythmic, and catchy, \u201cThe Lion Sleeps Tonight\u201d is a great pick for your kalimba repertoire. Originally composed by Solomon Linda in the 1930s, it was later made famous worldwide through various covers. The chorus is especially fun to play and sounds bright and bouncy on the kalimba.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_%E2%80%9CAuld_Lang_Syne%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>21. \u201cAuld Lang Syne\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u201cAuld Lang Syne\u201d works beautifully on the kalimba. Traditionally sung to mark the end of the year, the song has Scottish origins and was popularised by poet Robert Burns in the late 1700s. Its slow, flowing melody gives you plenty of time to find each note and focus on smooth transitions.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TU9DA5n0gok?si=bB9_XuBi6TP2g4nn\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Top tips for learning the kalimba&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_tips_for_learning_the_kalimba\"><\/span>Top tips for learning the kalimba<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Familiarise_yourself_with_the_kalimba\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-Walnut-17-Keys\/6P6Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-45593 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Gear4music Life Kalimba\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>1. Familiarise yourself with the kalimba<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Kalimbas come with varying numbers of keys, ranging from eight to 32. Of course, the more keys you have, the more complex pieces of music you can play.<\/p>\n<p>However, for beginners, we recommend the 17-key kalimba as it provides enough scope to learn basic and intermediate pieces of music, but not too much that it\u2019s overwhelming.<\/p>\n<p>Get to know the kalimba before you dive into your music. Get a feel of the keys, the spacing between them, and the weight of the instruments in your hands.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Practise_scales\"><\/span>2. Practise scales<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It might seem boring, but learning a few scales can really help you get comfortable with playing the kalimba and make all future songs in your repertoire easier to learn. Think of scales as the building blocks of music.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Play_slowly_to_begin_with\"><\/span>3. Play slowly to begin with<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>To master any piece of music, no matter how basic or complex, you need to give yourself time to learn. Be patient and get to grips with each note very slowly. Once you\u2019ve perfected the thumb placements and the order of notes, you can start to speed up the tempo.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_playing_the_kalimba_easy\"><\/span>Is playing the kalimba easy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The kalimba is fairly easy to play, courtesy of its simple layout and handheld design. However, the more keys you get and the more complex pieces of music you learn, the harder the instrument is to play.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_17-key_kalimba_good\"><\/span>Is a 17-key kalimba good?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A 17-key kalimba is ideal for beginners and intermediate players. It gives you a good range of notes, yet not too many that it\u2019s overcomplicated. Plus, as it\u2019s a very common type of kalimba, you\u2019ll find loads of finishes and styles out there.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_learn_kalimba_on_my_own\"><\/span>Can I learn kalimba on my own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You can learn kalimba on your own, and in fact, it\u2019s possibly one of the easiest instruments you can do this with. As the instrument is simply held in your hand and the keys are strook with your thumbs, it\u2019s instantly satisfying and fun to play.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you want to pick up a new skill, music can be one of the most rewarding new ventures. 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The African instrument has a wealth of potential for such a small box, and it lends itself beautifully to all kinds of music, from traditional folk music to modern pop songs. Earth, Wind &#038; Fire made it popular in mainstream Western music, and when it\u2019s played professionally, it\u2019s very impressive to listen to.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":45589,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image:<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-Walnut-17-Keys\/6P6Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gear4music Life Kalimba<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p>If you\u2019ve just picked up a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Gear4music-Life?page=1&filters[797]=1211#fltr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kalimba<\/a><\/strong> for the first time, you may be wondering how it works and what to play. The African instrument has a wealth of potential for such a small box, and it lends itself beautifully to all kinds of music, from traditional folk music to modern pop songs. Earth, Wind & Fire made it popular in mainstream Western music, and when it\u2019s played professionally, it\u2019s very impressive to listen to.<\/p><p>You should opt for some fairly straightforward songs to get started with, as these will lead to quick skill development in those early stages of learning - if you practise regularly!\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Many\u00a0<strong>easy kalimba songs\u00a0<\/strong>out there <\/span>are fun to play and will make you feel like you\u2019re making real progress with the instrument.<\/p><p>From classic nursery rhymes to Elvis and The Beatles, our list of beginner kalimba songs includes a range of options from various genres, meaning there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry?<\/h3><p>Here are our top three easy kalimba songs to get you started:<\/p><ol><li>\u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d \u2013 John Denver<\/li><li>\u201cEdelweiss\u201d \u2013 <em>The Sound of Music<\/em><\/li><li>\u201cHere Comes the Sun\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/li><li>\u201cTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cAmazing Grace\u201d<\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h3>What is a kalimba?<\/h3><p>A kalimba is a Westernised version of the mbira, a traditional African lamellophone instrument. It\u2019s made up of one row of thin metal tongues, a slight variation of the mbira, which has two rows, and a resonating board. Some are flat, without a soundhole, and others are box-shaped instruments with a soundhole. There can also be two holes at the back that create a \u201cwah\u201d effect when covered or uncovered.<\/p><p>The instrument is also known as a \u201cthumb piano\u201d, as it\u2019s played by thumbs plucking the metal\/split cane keys. Pressing one of these tongues creates a ringing sound that resonates through the wooden body. It\u2019s pretty easy to learn to play, and as it\u2019s such a portable instrument, you can practise anywhere!<\/p><p>The 17-key kalimba is a great starting point for beginners. It provides enough metal tongues (or tines) for all the entry-level pieces of music you'll be learning, as well as more intermediate songs. We recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-Walnut-17-Keys\/6P6Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gear4music Life Kalimba<\/a><\/strong>, available in walnut or mahogany. It comes with a protective case and tuning hammer and has holes on the back for those \"wah\" noises.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Easy kalimba songs<\/h3><h4>1. \u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d \u2013 John Denver<\/h4><p>A country classic that\u2019s also featured on our list of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/easy-country-songs-to-learn-on-guitar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">easy country guitar songs<\/a><\/strong>, John Denver\u2019s \u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d is a great first song to learn on the kalimba. It\u2019s slow and steady and has a simple, repetitive melody that makes it super easy to pick up. Plus, it\u2019s a crowd-pleaser - everyone knows it, and it\u2019s fun to play along with friends or just relax and strum solo.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. \u201cEdelweiss\u201d \u2013 Richard Rodgers for <em>The Sound of Music<\/em><\/h4><p>Soft and sentimental, \u201cEdelweiss\u201d is a beautiful introduction to melody-focused playing on the kalimba. Originating from <em>The Sound of Music<\/em>, this is another slow song, giving you time to learn each note, practise note transitions, and express feeling through the melody. There are no complex patterns or advanced techniques, just gentle, flowing tones that work brilliantly with the kalimba\u2019s sweet, delicate sound.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. \u201cHere Comes the Sun\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/h4><p>\u201cHere Comes the Sun\u201d is a perfect, cheerful Beatles classic to play on the kalimba. It's a step up from basic nursery rhymes, but it's still great for beginners - you\u2019ll get to practice simple fingerpicking patterns and smooth transitions without feeling overwhelmed.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IMwDLEVx9L4?si=hXGPfEzNmnO8u-M6\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>4. \u201cTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u201d<\/h4><p>If you\u2019re new to the kalimba, practising a few basic children\u2019s songs is a great way to get to know the instrument, how it\u2019s played, and how it feels before moving on to more advanced repertoire.<\/p><p>\u201cTwinkle Twinkle Little Star\u201d has simple, repeating patterns and is perfect for practising simple melodies and finger coordination. Plus, the soft, bell-like tone of the kalimba gives the melody a soothing, lullaby-like quality.<\/p><hr \/><h4>5. \u201cAmazing Grace\u201d<\/h4><p>If you're looking for a calm, meaningful song to learn on the kalimba, \u201cAmazing Grace\u201d is a beautiful option. It\u2019s perfect for practising smooth transitions and controlled playing. The kalimba\u2019s soft, mellow sound really brings out the emotional depth of this timeless tune.<\/p><hr \/><h4>6. \u201cKumbaya\u201d<\/h4><p>\u201cKumbaya\u201d is slow, well-known, and very simple to learn. The phrase \"kumbaya\" means \"come by here\" in the Gullah culture, and the song is believed to have originated among African American communities in the southeastern United States during the early 20th century. It later became popular as a spiritual and folk tune.<\/p><p>The song is an easy way to get comfortable with basic note patterns and timing. The repetitive phrases are perfect for beginners.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bzqAwhK9InA?si=qdxLKrzyQ_uev7yo\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>7. \u201cCan\u2019t Help Falling in Love\u201d \u2013 Elvis Presley<\/h4><p>It\u2019s no surprise that Elvis Presley\u2019s romantic ballad \u201cCan\u2019t Help Falling in Love\u201d has a dreamy, elegant feel; the melody is actually based on a classical piece called \u201cPlaisir d\u2019amour\u201d. It's gentle and manageable, with a slow tempo and predictable note patterns that are great for building finger coordination and control.<\/p><hr \/><h4>8. \u201cLet It Be\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/h4><p>\u201cLet It Be\u201d is one of those songs that feels comforting the moment you hear it, and that makes it a great choice for kalimba beginners. Released by The Beatles in 1970, the song\u2019s slow pace and steady rhythm are easy to follow, with simple note sequences that build confidence as you go. You won\u2019t need to master any tricky fingerwork, but you will probably find yourself singing along!<\/p><hr \/><h4>9. \u201cWhat a Wonderful World\u201d \u2013 Louis Armstrong<\/h4><p>The melody of \u201cWhat a Wonderful World\u201d is slow and unhurried. Like \u201cCan\u2019t Help Falling in Love\u201d, this Louis Armstrong classic lets you focus on tone and expression. And with the kalimba\u2019s naturally warm, gentle sound, each note captures the song\u2019s emotional depth.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jZ26ttghAMo?si=Ma0r4SrcjN7oN2pV\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>10. \u201cHappy Birthday\u201d<\/h4><p>It\u2019s a good idea to have \u201cHappy Birthday\u201d in your back pocket \u2013 after all, you\u2019ll likely get the chance to play it for friends or family at some point. The melody is short and familiar, which makes it ideal for users still getting used to finger placement and tine spacing.<\/p><hr \/><h4>11. \u201cHedwig\u2019s Theme\u201d \u2013 John Williams for <em>Harry Potter<\/em><\/h4><p>If you\u2019re a Harry Potter fan, you\u2019ll want to learn the magical \u201cHedwig\u2019s Theme\u201d on the kalimba. Composed by the legendary John Williams, this whimsical melody is full of charm and sounds beautiful on the kalimba\u2019s soft, chime-like tones. While it\u2019s a small step up in difficulty, it\u2019s a great way to challenge yourself a bit. You\u2019ll get to practise timing, light jumps between notes, and dynamics to make the melody come alive.<\/p><hr \/><h4>12. \u201cF\u00fcr Elise\u201d \u2013 Beethoven<\/h4><p>If you're just starting out on the kalimba but want to try a classical piece of music, \u201cF\u00fcr Elise\u201d is a fun first step. This iconic melody by Beethoven might sound complex at first, but the opening theme - what most people recognise - is surprisingly easy. You\u2019ll be working with simple note sequences and patterns that repeat, which makes it straightforward to memorise and play.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ganXJ9Gs8yQ?si=IsYyg9DvHOIW3Orm\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>13. \u201cMoon River\u201d \u2013 Henry Mancini for <em>Breakfast at Tiffany\u2019s<\/em><\/h4><p>\u201cMoon River\u201d is a dreamy, romantic tune that fits the kalimba\u2019s mellow sound beautifully, and it\u2019s a great choice if you\u2019re a beginner looking for something slow and expressive. Written by Henry Mancini and famously sung by Audrey Hepburn in <em>Breakfast at Tiffany\u2019s<\/em>, the song has a gentle, flowing melody that gives you plenty of time to find each note.<\/p><hr \/><h4>14. \u201cSomewhere Over the Rainbow\u201d \u2013 Harold Arlen for <em>The Wizard of Oz<\/em><\/h4><p>If you want a calm, soothing song to learn on the kalimba, \u201cSomewhere Over the Rainbow\u201d is a beautiful pick. Originally written by Harold Arlen for The Wizard of Oz in 1939, this classic tune has a gentle melody that\u2019s great for practising fluidity in your playing.<\/p><p>It includes some wider intervals than our other suggestions on this list, but navigating these notes and becoming familiar with the tines is a key part of progressing on the kalimba.<\/p><hr \/><h4>15. \u201cYou Are My Sunshine\u201d<\/h4><p>\u201cYou Are My Sunshine\u201d is a cheerful, easy-going tune. Originally recorded in the late 1930s and later made famous by various country and folk artists, the song\u2019s bright, repetitive melody makes it a breeze to learn. It\u2019s a feel-good song that\u2019s always fun to play.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3easjW7Cr-A?si=1mZv-aV6XYpZA7QM\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>16. \u201cToo Sweet\u201d \u2013 Hozier<\/h4><p>If you\u2019re after more of a modern song to add to your repertoire, \u201cToo Sweet\u201d by Hozier is a great choice. Released in 2024, the song quickly became popular for its catchy tune and soulful feel. On the kalimba, the melody can be simplified, allowing you to focus on clean note transitions and timing.<\/p><hr \/><h4>17. \u201cSave Your Tears\u201d \u2013 The Weeknd<\/h4><p>Another contemporary hit, \u201cSave Your Tears\u201d by The Weeknd is a solid song choice for early kalimba players. It blends a retro '80s-inspired vibe with a simple, catchy melody that works really well on the kalimba. Most of the tune follows a repetitive structure, making it easy to learn and satisfying to practise.<\/p><hr \/><h4>18. \u201cYesterday\u201d \u2013 The Beatles<\/h4><p>A Beatles classic, \u201cYesterday\u201d is one of the most covered songs in history - and the kalimba is no exception to the instruments it can be performed on. If you're in the mood for something soft and reflective, this is a beautiful song pick. The phrasing flows naturally, so you can ease into the notes without rushing.<\/p><p>While it may introduce a few new patterns, they\u2019re simple enough to pick up with a bit of practice. Plus, it just sounds gorgeous on the kalimba\u2019s delicate tones.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C2dGQ3rtfSk?si=RngLPPauTPMOzOoX\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>19. \u201cOde to Joy\u201d \u2013 Beethoven<\/h4><p>\u201cOde to Joy\u201d is a fantastic starting point for kalimba beginners - it\u2019s upbeat, easy to follow, and instantly recognisable. With a repetitive note structure that helps build familiarity with tine spacing and basic finger movement, this is a very satisfying and fairly straightforward song to learn.<\/p><hr \/><h4>20. \u201cThe Lion Sleeps Tonight\u201d \u2013 Solomon Linda<\/h4><p>If you're looking for something playful, rhythmic, and catchy, \u201cThe Lion Sleeps Tonight\u201d is a great pick for your kalimba repertoire. Originally composed by Solomon Linda in the 1930s, it was later made famous worldwide through various covers. The chorus is especially fun to play and sounds bright and bouncy on the kalimba.<\/p><hr \/><h4>21. \u201cAuld Lang Syne\u201d<\/h4><p>\u201cAuld Lang Syne\u201d works beautifully on the kalimba. Traditionally sung to mark the end of the year, the song has Scottish origins and was popularised by poet Robert Burns in the late 1700s. Its slow, flowing melody gives you plenty of time to find each note and focus on smooth transitions.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TU9DA5n0gok?si=bB9_XuBi6TP2g4nn\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h3>Top tips for learning the kalimba<\/h3><h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-Walnut-17-Keys\/6P6Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-45593 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/05\/Gear4music-Life-Kalimba-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Gear4music Life Kalimba\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a>1. Familiarise yourself with the kalimba<\/h4><p>Kalimbas come with varying numbers of keys, ranging from eight to 32. Of course, the more keys you have, the more complex pieces of music you can play.<\/p><p>However, for beginners, we recommend the 17-key kalimba as it provides enough scope to learn basic and intermediate pieces of music, but not too much that it\u2019s overwhelming.<\/p><p>Get to know the kalimba before you dive into your music. Get a feel of the keys, the spacing between them, and the weight of the instruments in your hands.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. Practise scales<\/h4><p>It might seem boring, but learning a few scales can really help you get comfortable with playing the kalimba and make all future songs in your repertoire easier to learn. Think of scales as the building blocks of music.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. Play slowly to begin with<\/h4><p>To master any playing technique, no matter how basic or complex, you need to give yourself time to learn. Be patient and get to grips with each note very slowly. Once you\u2019ve perfected the thumb placements and the order of notes, you can start to speed up the tempo.<\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>Is playing the kalimba easy?<\/h4><p>The kalimba is fairly easy to play, courtesy of its simple layout and handheld design. However, the more keys you get and the more complex pieces of music you learn, the harder the instrument is to play.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Is a 17-key kalimba good?<\/h4><p>A 17-key kalimba is ideal for beginners and intermediate players. It gives you a good range of notes, yet not too many that it\u2019s overcomplicated. Plus, as it\u2019s a very common type of kalimba, you\u2019ll find loads of finishes and styles out there.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Can I learn kalimba on my own?<\/h4><p>You can learn kalimba on your own, and in fact, it\u2019s possibly one of the easiest instruments you can do this with. As the instrument is simply held in your hand and the keys are strook with your thumbs, it\u2019s instantly satisfying and fun to play.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p>If you want to pick up a new skill, music can be one of the most rewarding new ventures. And if you want something easy and portable to play, the kalimba is a fantastic option.<\/p><p>There are loads of <strong>easy kalimba songs <\/strong>out there that will keep you engaged and motivated to learn more, and with a 17-key instrument, you\u2019ll have just right scope to learn the beginner songs on this list and intermediate pieces.<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[144,241],"tags":[165,290,129],"class_list":["post-45585","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-drums","category-drum-guides","tag-drums","tag-guide","tag-sound-therapy"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>21 Easy Kalimba Songs for Beginners<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you\u2019ve picked up a kalimba for the first time, you may be wondering what to play. 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