How to Play the Kalimba | Tutorial for Beginners

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4 жыл бұрын

Interested in getting a new instrument? How about a kalimba? Here, I will show you how to begin your Kalimba journey! HERE IS A FREE KALIMBA TAB FOR YOU AS A GIFT! kalithenomad.gumroad.com/l/Sa...

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@KaliTheNomad 4 жыл бұрын

What else would you like to learn about the kalimba? Write your comment below!

@vanessajones6431 4 жыл бұрын

I just received my Kalimba today! While looking for Kalimba tutorials, I came across your videos and immediately subscribed to them. I am a visual learner and so your videos are perfect! I am 63 years old and have longed to learn to play an instrument of some kind. With your tutorials I am certain I will learn! Next song...anything simple to begin with. It is always nice to play a song right away! Thank you so much for sharing your gift of music!! Ness

@KaliTheNomad 4 жыл бұрын

@@vanessajones6431 Hi Ness! Congratulations for purchasing your kalimba! I am soooo happy for you! Having this cute little instrument is such a joy! Thanks for watching my videos and appreciating my work! I got plenty of tutorials here for tuning and playing beginner songs, I hope they can help you. I promise I will upload more tutorials in the future :) Happy Kalimba Playing!

@vanessajoseph5797 3 жыл бұрын

My name is also vanessa, I received my kalimba today as today is my birthday, can u teach lesson wise

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

@@vanessajoseph5797 hi, you can watch my tutorials here in my channel.. you can start from here: Level 1 - BEGINNER | Let's Learn Kalimba!: kzfaq.info/sun/PLQkD9nmWKi0x1p1XMPZa5nal72dJNyAS5

@jasondearborn5134 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 5 key kalimba, duel sided. 5 on one side, 5 on the other. First one i've owned. I want to learn something on it before i upgrade to 17. Can you assist me with any tutorials, etc? Its a 5 key south african.

@Amnxx00 3 жыл бұрын

I just got my kalimba today and I'm here to learn

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

im so glad you're here!!! 💛

@alittleimagination9023 3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered mine today and I can't wait to learn

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

congratulations!!! happy kalimba playing!!!

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

@@alittleimagination9023 I can't wait for you to try my tutorials :)

@andresantiago1175 3 жыл бұрын

@@alittleimagination9023 yo, can you give us updated?

@rosiequartz4236 2 жыл бұрын

My kalimba arrived about 2 hrs ago, so I’m just starting learning and understanding it. Thank you for the tutorial video, so helpful and you have a lovely voice .

@KaliTheNomad 2 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@mayurbadiyani Жыл бұрын

How's it going?

@idk83848 7 ай бұрын

same here!

@mohammadryu Ай бұрын

Same!

@amirasafiah.7694 3 жыл бұрын

I really want to buy kalimba but its expensive thoo so i just downloaded keylimba and learn from yt...btw i love your contents 🦋🌈

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thanks! the kalimba app is good too! i started with an app before

@moongirl3345 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@wapjuuls9029 3 жыл бұрын

you can just buy a 8 key one!

@GlamFX 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 17 key one on Amazon for under £30

@wapjuuls9029 3 жыл бұрын

@@GlamFX yeah but then again not everyone one can afford that.

@indubalawahengbam6448 3 жыл бұрын

i love the sound it helps me to relaxed

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

awww that's good to hear!

@cheterete5043 2 жыл бұрын

Finally found my instrument, the first time I heard it I fell in love with the sound and decided to buy it, I ordered it yesterday and it just came. I’m very exited to play on my kalimba ❤️

@KaliTheNomad 6 ай бұрын

i have the same feeling when I first heard the kalimba

@missmaiyervang8319 3 жыл бұрын

I got one for Christmas this year. I'm so freakin happy I got one. I've been eyeing it for a long time and I can't wait to play as a beginner and having my little sister helping me🥰❤

@guineapiggamer7717 3 жыл бұрын

I did not know what a kalimba was until today... *I got one as a gift*

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

yeeeeey! I'm so happy for you!

@Kalimbachimes Жыл бұрын

I remember watching this video when i was contemplating about buying a Kalimba and it has been the best decision of my life :D

@ROCKY-zl9nh Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your warm and fussy tutorial.. just got the kalimba right now . At 36 not too old to learn this simple method.. more power and God bless . Much love from Philippines 🇵🇭

@badgamerkat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! I ordered a Kalimba on Amazon yesterday and am so excited; I can't wait for it to come in. I used to play the guitar years ago until I had an injury that made me lose the use of one of my index fingers and yesterday I googled instruments to play without index fingers and found the Kalimba, lol. I'm so excited to have something I can play with my thumbs. I had no idea these even existed until yesterday 🤣

@chicksgrowtoo Жыл бұрын

Great way to show everyone they can buy, tune and play this instrument!! ❤❤❤ Thank you so much.

@laurawalltx 3 жыл бұрын

Omigosh, I love your voice, soothing and yet uplifting! Thank you for this sweet video. I’m inspired to buy a Kalimba!

@TheOne-fb9ny Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Learning songs is so fun. You made it so easy. Much love ❤

@sunset_skies8573 2 жыл бұрын

I love that when you teach the songs you go slow so people can actually figure it out!

@nicolabraybrooke6732 3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered an 8 key note one to start with glad I found your channel and pray I will learn how to play because they sound soo pretty

@thatprocrastinatingwriter6995 3 жыл бұрын

I am a musician and an ATLA fan. The moment I heard the song avatars love, I knew I needed to learn the instrument that played it. Now here I am.

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

hi Svenya! its so nice to have you here! I am honored! 🥰

@ravensfan72 Жыл бұрын

I just got my Kalimba and I’m so excited to learn how to play it. Thank you!

@EMPDRK 2 жыл бұрын

Me being a nail biter😭😭😭😭

@paulagonzalezgonzalez4661 3 жыл бұрын

This is SOOOOOO USEFUL!!!!! Thank you so much 💙 Muy kalimba will arrive in a few days and this is gonna help me so much 💙💙☺️☺️

@KaliTheNomad 6 ай бұрын

glad to help!

@ally-mi5ji 3 жыл бұрын

This is really helpful, thank you for this video! I got a kalimba as one of my Christmas presents :)

@Louie914 3 жыл бұрын

Maurice white is the sole reason I learned to play this instrument.

@lalaland2107 2 жыл бұрын

I have always wanted to play an instrument, but I don’t know anything about music 🤷🏽‍♀️ either way, I ordered one and it’s coming this Tuesday. Can’t wait to try it out!

@mollypaws 3 жыл бұрын

I got a kalimba on my birthday and I already failed the first step, to grow your nails. And I, who have an unhealthy nail biting habit, this is not a good sign.

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

heyy thats ok.. i sometimes but my nails too.. everyone has their own weaknesses and strengths.. just try to grow your nails, even just a lil bit would do the job :)

@LuckyNala 3 жыл бұрын

Getting acrylic nails helped me to stop my nail biting habit. Maybe you can try that. Good luck.

@yn728 3 жыл бұрын

Me who always have my nails long: *can't relate*

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

@@yn728 play the kalimba too!

@yn728 3 жыл бұрын

@@KaliTheNomad Yesh! The only thing that is missing was my kalimba, it's not shipped yet.. qwq

@stanbourne7776 3 жыл бұрын

Just got mine too!!! I’m sitting at your feet ready to learn 😃

@robertadamsx2 Жыл бұрын

First thing I did when I got my kalimba yesterday was play 8 melodies from Mother/Earthbound beginnings. It's always my go to song for new instruments. And just like every instrument, it reminds me just how much I don't know and should learn from videos out there.

@MissPixil 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I’m waiting for my first kalimba to deliver this week. Love the sound because it reminds me of music boxes. Gonna save your video for when I can get started with playing. ❤️

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

here's my advance congratulations for your first kalimba!!!! 💐 yeeeey!!!!! lemme know if you have any troubles in terms of tuning or playing your kalimba

@MissPixil 3 жыл бұрын

@@KaliTheNomad thanks so much! You’re so sweet! 😊 I will for sure!

@reemakumari9204 11 ай бұрын

How much it cost???

@annl520 Жыл бұрын

The cheapest best gift i ever got. It's so relaxing. My Cat loves it. I have to play it for her to sleep...she's so relaxed. Thank you for the quick lesson. $12.00 worth it with a beautiful case

@azmn8263 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!I just got my Kalimba i always wanted to play a kalimba,since my classmates has Ukalele and piano I have kalimba at first I thought its hard to play it but now I understand it thank u so much!!

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

i'm so happy that you've stumbled upon my channel and learned something! :) happy kalimba playing!

@WnnavYurs 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u thank u i just want to learn because i want play anime openings

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

that is so cool!!!!! yes u can do that! :)

@WnnavYurs 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you pls more tutorial to improve my skills

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

@@WnnavYurs sure!!!

@ZainTheClown Жыл бұрын

I just got mine and this is SO much easier to understand than the instructions it came with

@DomiiQuezada Жыл бұрын

thanks a lot!!! I just bought my kalimba and im very excited since it will be the first instrument that i will learn how to play :) i just learned the song of your video and recorded it in audio and sent it to all my friends ahhahaha thans again

@lilymaemandate9048 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video it was a lot of help for me just bought my first ever kalimba!!!❤️❤️❤️

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!!!! I hope you also played your first song through this video! Congrats with your kalimba purchase!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@Zhongxinaofficial 3 жыл бұрын

I got mine today! Straight up came here to check for tutorials!

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

yeyyyy!!! Im glad you went straight up here!!!

@codewithyug1129 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I just received my Kalimba as a birthday gift and didn't know how to play it and I found this tutorial, it was very helpful. Thanks

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

Im happy you already received your kalimba! Happy Playing!!!

@codewithyug1129 3 жыл бұрын

@@KaliTheNomad Thanks

@AvrilLabra-ji6ud 7 ай бұрын

my parents bought me kalimba for Christmas And i love it thank you for the tutorial

@olivialoplar4207 3 жыл бұрын

Easy, short... This video is wonderful!! The perfect xplain!! Thanks!!!

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so muuuuuch!!! 💜

@lozzielou2910 3 жыл бұрын

You explain it so well for a beginner. Thanks🌻

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thankkkks! i appreciate it :)

@meatbun3512 3 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful, I got my kalimba today and I don't know what to do so thanks for this video, now I know what to do ❤❤❤

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

glad to know! thanks for watching!!! :)

@juliakim8593 2 жыл бұрын

This is very interesting that Kalimba is possible to tuning. And the sounds is very good!

@francessaace 3 жыл бұрын

I'm downloading this because I'll convinced papa to buy me one!

@maiadee454 3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered my Kalimba online. Hope to learn faster.goodluck to us who are here as a beginner🤣

@willow_rayne6678 Жыл бұрын

I just ordered a Kalimba so my daughter and I can learn to play. She's very much into music and wanting to play instruments, and I played several growing up. I'm super excited for this new adventure for her and I to go on together... I found your channel while trying to find beginner ideas/tutorials for the Kalimba, and I'm glad I did! I subbed right away! It doesn't seem like a lot of people know about the Kalimba, at least those around me, so this is definitely a new experience :) Will definitely be checking out your other videos :)

@annettepiff4583 Жыл бұрын

I concur completely

@annettepiff4583 Жыл бұрын

I have three great-nieces, five (almost six) years old, to eight (almost nine) years old, who have been studying piano for years. I bought three Kalimbas for them from a company that offers the same Kalimba, in three colors! How wonderful! I also bought an electronic Kalimba tuning device for them to share. They live in America, but far away. The Kalimbas for them are supposed to arrive today! I purchased a 17-key Kalimba, the kind I purchased for them because I also wanted to learn, and I wanted to become familiar with what I was giving them I believe this is a wonderful way to tell the girls, "thanks for having the self-control and desire to learn the piano". I think it will be fun for them to compare and contrast the piano and the thumb piano. I'm very excited that I will soon be able to ship them this special instrument! I believe they will be very happy as I was able to purchase not only the Kalimbas, but actually a wonderful "kit", with beginner's manual, tuning hammer, optional thumb protectors, optional note-identifying stickers, a cleaning cloth, and all in protective plastic bubbles and a beautiful bag and gift box! Your video was a great help to me just now. I will continue to follow you and recommend your channel to the girls at the appropriate time. Thank you very much for providing this very helpful information.

@jeromeibh6334 6 ай бұрын

I just have à kalimba for christmas. I'm so happy to gind your channel 😊

@foxglove.__373 3 жыл бұрын

Yayyy I just play my first song😆😆 thank you so much 💜💜

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

yeeeeeey!!! that's great!!! congrats!!!!! 👏👏👏

@scootermom1791 2 жыл бұрын

I received one of these instruments for Christmas. Love it! Although, I'm used to piano, so it's going to be a challenge learn it. Thanks for the tutorial!

@nanaesio.nyarkoh2858 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for mentioning the origin or the kalimba! I really respect you for that. Most people don't care to, which is cultural appropriation.

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for appreciating. ❤

@Oceanlinx 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial, it was quick but thorough and helped me understand what to do with the kalimba, I was feeling pretty lost haha

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for appreciating my work!!!

@rianeviejo1741 3 жыл бұрын

i've been planning to get a kalimba and now I want one even moree

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

hihihihi

@drownedfishba 2 жыл бұрын

Mines on the wayyy ❣️ so excited

@davidalexander8996 20 күн бұрын

I was inspired to take a closer look and listen of the kalimba since I'm reading the autobiography of Earth, Wind, and Fire founder Maurice White. I have played piano and am currently taking banjo lessons so I don't want to put too much on my plate for the time being. I may reconsider more seriously sometime in the future.

@dglorious1269 10 ай бұрын

Very nice. I love the Kalimba (thanks to the band Earth.Wind, and Fire) and have been thinking about ordering one for the longest time. I think I'm going to finally get me one now. 🥰 Thank you for the lesson. 🙂

@KaliTheNomad 10 ай бұрын

thank you for appreciating the video lesson! i promise i will get on track and go back to posting kalimba video lessons!

@nicolegonzalez3781 8 ай бұрын

I'm so excited it I can play this song and I'll memorize yayayay so excited it

@Kuuki_kun Жыл бұрын

I got one yesterday! Thanks for the easy to understand video~

@lieylreyes5236 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tutorial. I watched this before I bought my kalimba

@rozhanmoradi2017 9 күн бұрын

I ordered my kalimba, and it came just about 2 hours ago! And I'm here trying to learn it fast for the summer... HAHA

@user-cv7dp4pb9f 3 жыл бұрын

I don't know why this popped out on my recommendations but I gotta say thank you now~ I wanted to buy Kalimba and was looking for a tutorial and your vid is right on time~ Thanks for the video! it helped alot~

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

glad to know that I am of help to you!!!! :) :) :) I hope you will love playing the kalimba!!!

@user-cv7dp4pb9f 3 жыл бұрын

@@KaliTheNomad Definitely! I'm gonna come back for more tutorial vids HAHA

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!! i'm so glad that you are here!!!

@Im_her-your_bgg 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

@michaelturner4457 3 ай бұрын

I'd heard of the kalimba, so found your video to actually see and hear one.

@annettenelson8820 3 жыл бұрын

Cool! I have one but did not know a thing about it, thank you !

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

enjoy playing!!!

@zen000o_ 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh thankyou i was confused with the tuning part but now i know

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

i am happy that my video helped you!

@ruthpaul6256 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this demo.

@homesteadinthehood11212 2 жыл бұрын

Peace Be Unto You, I am very new to the Kalimba and your channel and am looking forward to learn all that you've shared and are going to share with me; thank you for sharing. Be well and be safe. Peace

@lylecaratao9403 3 жыл бұрын

Very well said thank you ❤❤

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

💕💕💕

@sandigogo 3 жыл бұрын

wow thanks for this! I'm many months late lol but I might be getting one for xmas i'm rlly excited :D

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

No prob!

@emilyl.227 3 жыл бұрын

total noob here!! i got a kalimba just a couple days ago and have been too scared to touch it in case i did anything wrong!! this video really helped me find a good place to start, so thank you very much :)

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

you are most welcome my dear. 💐 i hope you find playing the kalimba fun and enjoyable!

@vii875 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You You're amazing

@kalimbaexpression4852 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing in-depth tutorial

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thaaaanks!!!!

@Inziagold 9 ай бұрын

This may help me quit biting my nails cause I want to learn this. Sometimes a little inspiration is all we need. 😉

@napolistadn 3 жыл бұрын

youre tutorial so amazing

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!!

@pan_pan707 Жыл бұрын

I got one for my birthday last year i rarely play it though. I haven’t played it for a long time but I always come back to it when I see it on KZfaq. I was wondering what those tools were in the box I might just check if my Kalimba is tuned. Thank you for the advice!

@christolibroraro8510 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!😀

@inerks4162 3 жыл бұрын

this is very informative. thanks a lot!

@micaelab7578 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you this helped so much and your voice is so sweet

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

im so glad i was able to help you!

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

awww thank you! you are one of few people who said that my voice is sweet :)

@lindahgallagher758 2 жыл бұрын

Very good thanks !

@thersten Жыл бұрын

Your voice is so soothing. You could easily do ASMR. ❤️

@hazelpareja8655 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial! This honestly motivated me to play kalimba!

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

you're welcome.!!!

@aminad1763 3 жыл бұрын

I ordered one yesterday so it should be coming soon!!!

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

@@aminad1763 woooooow!!! i am so happy for you!!!! :) :) :) Let me know when you already have your kalimba!

@aminad1763 3 жыл бұрын

@@KaliTheNomad will do i will come to this video to start!!! :)

@NG-fq5lf 9 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed this vídeo

@ItsMrPitchy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this video! I hope the people who stole your video get it removed! Gotta support the original and your hard work :)

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

the unauthorized video is now removed! yeeeeey thanks to KZfaq's prompt action!

@kaliboo3839 3 жыл бұрын

Thank youu!!

@taxol2 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you.

@sakinaharifin7211 3 жыл бұрын

Hi i am is indonesian, your videos such amazing explanation. Keep going. Already your subscriber

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subbing!

@Annouk82 Жыл бұрын

I learned many Instruments in my Life. Violin, different flutes, a little bit Piano and Handbells. I Had to Stop playing Handbells in a choir ten years ago and i played for more than 20 years so i Miss it so hard. But the kalimba Sounds very similar to Handbells so i Bought one. Äh OK i Bought eight in two weeks to find one i really Like. Now i play a hollow kalimba From Ortega and my First Song is "you are my sunshine" and i am so proud 🤣 i mean i played really big monumental Classic Songs with my Handbells choir but now i am so proud to Play a Mini small Song on the kalimba, that is funny for me but it Is healing for my Soul after the loss of the Handbells. For Christmas my whole Family will get a kalimba so they can Play and learn and Stop Missing Handbells so hard i did until now.

@TheGamer-qd6gk 2 жыл бұрын

Im planning to get a kalimba, so im here kekw

@yayimprocrastinating4790 Жыл бұрын

i found one at the thrift store so now i have to learn it

@jgreyman6713 3 жыл бұрын

Ang galing naman nakakarelax ang tuno

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you po :) kaya ko rin nagustuhan yung kalimba kasi nakaka relax

@Rickky2016 2 жыл бұрын

wow thanks a lot, it was helpful.

@ajamid0145 Жыл бұрын

My first kalimba song was omori’s title theme i found it quite hard but eventually i was able to even remix and add more notes by myself it was really fun

@KaliTheNomad 6 ай бұрын

wow what a nice song!

@iiiiivvvvvyyyyyy 3 жыл бұрын

That was really easy! 😊

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

yes it is!!!!

@deszetroc4913 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks😘

@rielleme7968 3 жыл бұрын

😃This is a very fun and informative tutorial. I really liked it! 😊

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!!! please watch my other videos too!

@rielleme7968 3 жыл бұрын

😃 Yes! I did watched your videos. I always watch covers in KZfaq 😊 I hope you will have time to watch my videos too!

@limarioashes3126 3 жыл бұрын

My uncle just gave me a kalimba, wanna learn how to play it❤️❤️

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

have fun!!!!

@soundmindtv2911 Жыл бұрын

Magandang video, very smart 👍 Ang galing mo

@KaliTheNomad 11 ай бұрын

salamat!

@5hs623 3 жыл бұрын

"Simply pluck the tiles with your thumbnails. Yes your thumbnails" I guess I'm not playing the piano from now on if I need to grow my nails hahaha byebye nail clipper

@saranghandaym2317 3 жыл бұрын

Nice play...i've tried mine and recorded one.

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

thannnks

@AnnePDelvo 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u po!💗

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

💕💕💕

@farhazafar2954 3 жыл бұрын

Tysm a very good tutorial it resolved almost all my doubts but I have a question im sorry if its a bit stupid buy how do you know whether you have to play the higher tine or lower time for any note?

@KaliTheNomad 3 жыл бұрын

Try to practice your ear, there are times you will realize that , hey this sounds lower, this sounds higher, then try to pluck it in the kalimba :)