Wak-a-Tubes 21 player classroom pack – bass octave (without bag)
- Bright and colourful pack of durable Wak-a-Tubes
- Contains a variety of tubes in a bass octave scale
- Ideal for groups with up to 21 players
- Part of the Percussion Plus Colour Matching Note System
- Also available with handy carry bag (PP799)
- Great for KS2 and KS3
Product information
Introducing the Wak-a-tubes 21 player bass octave classroom pack
Wak-a-Tubes are brightly coloured percussion instruments made from different lengths of plastic tubing. They’re fun and easy for musicians of all ages to play, a simple and inexpensive introduction to music making. They can be played in a wide variety of ways to create a range of different pitched sounds.
Produced in the Percussion Plus workshops in Leicestershire, Wak-a-Tubes are also supplied in multi-use packaging made of 100% recyclable materials, so you know that you’re doing your bit for the planet by buying UK made.
Get the whole class playing together with this amazing school pack!
This pack includes:
The PP7995 includes all the contents of the PP799 pack, just without the carry bag for those that already have a storage and/or transport solution in place, or simply do not require it. If you would prefer the Wak-a-Tube 21 player classroom pack with a handy carry case, please see PP799.
This pack is great on its own, or paired with either our PP796 or PP7963 classroom pack for a truly versatile wak-a-tube selection.
Who Waks?
Playing Wak-a-Tubes in a group is a great way to learn about teamwork and ensemble musicianship while having lots of fun. Unsurprisingly, this has made them very popular with schools. They are also widely used in corporate team building exercises and events due to the universal appeal of bright colours and noise! The simple playing technique breaks down any barriers to creativity and levels the playing field, allowing the least and most musically inclined to come together and have a wak.
How do you Wak?
Simply whack them against a hard surface, hit them against each other, or lay them out on a flat surface and strike them with beaters. For the best tone, strike the playing surface a few inches from the end of the tube. Why not try grabbing a couple of tubes and waking them together to produce chords? As a rule, the bigger the tube, the lower its pitch. It can be fun to experiment with dynamics and timbre by varying the material the tubes are hit against, and the velocity with which they are struck. And don’t worry – they’re virtually indestructible!
The Percussion Plus Colour & Play series
Teaching music to young groups requires plenty of coordination, technique and concentration, and sometimes it can be difficult to get cohesive tunes out of your whole class ensemble.
Relating specific colours to specific notes can be engaging and helpful for young students learning the basics of music notation, enhancing their development from the early stages. Drawing on this concept, Percussion Plus make a range of brightly coloured, accessible instruments which are great for teaching young students basic musicianship without needing to worry much about technique - the Colour & Play series.
All the instruments in this series are coloured according to Percussion Plus' Colour Matching Note System, so anyone can enjoy playing without prior knowledge of musical notation. Check out the whole Colour & Play range here!
For example, the tubes are colour-coded to match the following products:
- PP935 chime bars
- PP271 & PP274 handbells
- PP275 & PP276 combi bells
- and PP015 hand chimes among others
So, what are you waiting for - start your Percussion Plus Orchestra today!
Taking care of your tubes
We recommend not waking against abrasive surfaces, which could damage or deform your Wak-a-Tubes. It is also advisable to avoid bending the tubes or using excessive force when waking. The use of dedicated beaters such as the PP064 will help to prolong the life of your set. They can be kept clean with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap if necessary. Always store indoors and away from direct sunlight.
Tuning compassThe complete Wak-a-Tube range
See below for an interactive list of all available tubes. Highlight the packs to see which pitches are included.
