The Best Classroom Musical Instruments 2025

1. Rhythm Band Brass Cymbals With Knobs 5 in. Pair With Handles

These Rhythm Band brass cymbals with knobs are crafted from the finest quality bell brass. Use them to produce crash effects when banged together. The 5" cymbals are sized for easy play by children.

5" solid brass cymbals come with easy-grip knobs are ideal for children of all ages

2. banjira Bulbul Tarang (Indian Banjo) 23"

Bulbul Tarang, 23" Long (Indian Banjo) 23" long, with 10 steel strings. This is not a Kentucky banjo. The case is integral to the instrument. Eight main strings are plucked or strummed with picks while depressing keys to change the notes. Instrument has two sympathetic strings. The main strings on a banjo are all tuned to the same note. It can be any note comfortable to the vocals. Then tune the sympathetic strings to a complimentary harmonic. Indian instruments are usually tuned for the vocals or the particular Raga or song being played. They are not limited to one tuning. An important note about Indian Banjo quality. In general, the quality standards on Indian instruments usually focus on the functionality of the instrument. The esthetic quality is secondary; Indian instruments often sound better than they look. The Bulbul Tarang is the most striking example of this phenomenon. Marred finishes, dents, dings, surface imperfections and general blemishes are standard. We do sort through the shipments when they arrive and take the most blemished out of the first quality inventory. However, you should not expect an Indian Banjo to be un-marred.SPECIAL NOTE; No Warranty on Strings: Manufacturers recommend that you change the strings on your instrument as soon as you receive it. Your instrument has completed a long journey before it ever begins the final leg to your home. During this time the elements affect the strings and may shorten their lifespan. It occasionally happens that a string will fail during that final leg of the journey. Therefore, it is recommended that you purchase a replacement set of strings and consider changing your strings soon after it arrives. If you are a student you may want to change your strings every 3-4 months. If you are a rock star you may need to change your strings every week. If you store your instrument, you should consider changing the strings when you pick it up again.

Bulbul Tarang 23 Long Indian Banjo 23 long with 10 steel strings Unique hand crafted instrument with varying tuning not to Western standards This is not a Kentucky banjo The case is integral to the instrument Eight main strings are plucked or strummed with picks while depressing keys to change the notes Instrument has two sympathetic strings The main strings on a banjo are all tuned to the same note It can be any note comfortable to the vocals Then tune the sympathetic strings to a complimentary harmonic Indian instruments are usually tuned for the vocals or the particular Raga or song being played They are not limited to one tuning The left most key moves but does not fret the strings it is a vestigial key and plays the open notes An important note about Indian Banjo quality In general the quality standards on Indian instruments usually focus on the functionality of the instrument The esthetic quality is secondary Indian instruments often sound better than they look The Bulbul Tarang is the most striking example of this phenomenon Marred finishes colors may vary dents dings surface imperfections and general blemishes are standard We do sort through the shipments when they arrive and take the most blemished out of the first quality inventory However you should not expect an Indian Banjo to be un marred

3. SABIAN Hand Hammered Medium Ride Cymbal Brilliant 20 in.

The Sabian Hand Hammered Medium Ride Cymbal has a moderate tonal spread and increased stick definition for warm, well-defined sounds. Sabian Brilliant finish cymbals are highly buffed and preserved under a clear protective lacquer coating. Hand Hammered series ride cymbals speak with a musical darkness steeped in nearly 400 years of cymbal making history. They are warm, imaginative, and emotional. Sabian artisans craft with a secret process that turns bronze into soulful cymbals. It's a complex blend of sounds that comes together in a warm, musical mix capable of motivating the musician in any discerning drummer. The Sabian Hand Hammered cymbals sound artistically unique.

The Sabian Hand Hammered Medium Ride Cymbal has a moderate tonal spread and increased stick definition for warm, well-defined sounds Sabian Brilliant finish cymbals are highly buffed and preserved under a clear protective lacquer coating Hand Hammered series ride cymbals speak with a musical darkness steeped in nearly 400 years of cymbal making history They are warm, imaginative, and emotional Sabian artisans craft with a secret process that turns bronze into soulful cymbals

4. SABIAN Hand Hammered Vintage Ride Cymbal Brilliant 21 in.

The Sabian Hand Hammered Vintage Ride Cymbal is big on volume and fat with tone. The Vintage Ride has a wide-open and crash ride sound that is today's hippest from the past. Sabian Brilliant finish ride cymbals are highly buffed and preserved under a clear protective lacquer coating. Hand Hammered series cymbals speak with a musical darkness steeped in nearly 400 years of cymbal making history. Sabian artisans craft with a secret process that turns bronze into soulful cymbals, rich with dark, traditional tone. Each individual Sabian Hand Hammered cymbal sounds artistically unique.

A vintage-sounding ride that delivers big volume and tone Ideal for funk, jazz, rock ? on studio or stage Sabian HH 21" Vintage Ride - Brilliant

5. ZILDJIAN A20015 15" AZUKA LATIN MULTI CRASH HAND & STICK W/ MID - HIGH PITCH NEW

Drumset Cymbals Played on drumsets world wide, Zildjian's secret formula continues to be the favorite of the pros and beginners alike. Cast Bronze Labor of Love. Each Zildjian Cast Bronze cymbal is individually cast from the secret Zildjian alloy formulated over 380 years ago. Using finishing processes refined over centuries, craftsmen create the distinguished cymbals played by the world?ÇÖs greatest drummers and percussionists ?Çô including you. FX Series You can never have too many sounds when your creativity demands them. The Zildjian Sound Lab continues the tradition of working with the world?ÇÖs most inventive and experimental drummers and percussionists ?Çô like Alex Acuna, Dennis Chambers and Zach Danziger ?Çô to create uniquely designed, innovative sound effects. These exotic sound colors help you define your signature sound and add character and variety to your kit. Played by hand or with sticks. Great dynamic range. Quick response to the lightest touch. Opens up for full crash sound. Add a three rivet cluster for a great sizzle effect. The Azuka Latin Multi-Crash Hand & Stick was the first cymbal to be designed to be played with the hand, providing conga and bongo players with cymbal sound colors for the first time. Zildjian teamed up with Alex Acuna to create the Azuka cymbal line especially made for Latin Percussionists. "When I add percussion to my drumset, I often play congas and bongos with my left hand and the rest of the kit with a stick in my right. For years, I wanted to be able to play a cymbal with my left hand. Then I thought, a cymbal that you could play with your left hand would open up a whole new world of sound for all Latin Percussionists."

Played by hand or with sticks Produces a great dynamic range Zildjian FX Series 15' Azuka Latin Multi-Crash Hand and Stick - Brilliant

6. Zildjian P0760 Russet Leather Cymbal Handles, Pair

The new Zildjian Russet Leather Cymbal Handles offer a sturdy and full feel for use by both student and professional players. Made from strong synthetic leather to reduce tearing and fraying, they come in a natural color and can be paired with the new Zildjian Russet Leather Pads. Straps and Pads each sold separately.

Zildjian P0760 Russet Leather Cymbal Handles, Pair

7. MEINL Marching Arena Hand Cymbal Pair 16 in.

These MEINL Marching Arena hand cymbals produce a bright and aggressive sonic character with a lot of cut.

These MEINL Marching Arena hand cymbals produce a bright and aggressive sonic character with a lot of cut

8. MEINL Marching Arena Hand Cymbal Pair 18 in.

These MEINL Marching Arena hand cymbals produce a bright and aggressive sonic character with a lot of cut.

These MEINL Marching Arena hand cymbals produce a bright and aggressive sonic character with a lot of cut

9. Gold Tone Cripple Creek CC-100R Banjo

Not quite sure where to start when wanting to learn the banjo? Here it is... Never before has an entry level banjo included the features and tone of our Cripple Creek CC-100R. Check any competitive banjo in this price range and you'll find that this model has "more bang for the buck". Over 7,000 Cripple Creeks have been sold in the last 12 years, and have proven by far to be the best student banjo for tone and playability in its price range. With a complete setup here at the Gold Tone Factory in Florida, they are durable, have low string action and are a pleasure to play. The CC-100R model features a hard maple neck, rim, and convertible resonator, black binding on the neck and resonator, dual coordinator rods, curly maple headstock veneer, Straightline tailpiece, brass tone ring, 2-way adjustable truss rod, and low string action for the beginning banjoist. The CC-100R includes a resonator for increased tone and volume when playing bluegrass-style and easily converts to an open back banjo to be played clawhammer-style. This model has helped to start thousands and thousands of people on banjo... Start your venture today with a Cripple Creek!

Gold Tone Cripple Creek CC-100R Banjo Finishing: Natural Gloss Finishing: Natural Gloss Number of Frets: 22 Scale Length: 26.19" Number of Frets: 22 Bridge Saddle Type: Maple Fingerboard Type: Rosewood Bridge Saddle Type: Maple Nut Size: 1.18" Fingerboard Type: Rosewood

10. Gold Tone CC-50RP Cripple Creek Resonator Banjo w/ Gig Bag

Entry-level banjos must be designed for easy learning. The Cripple Creek 50 with Resonator and Planetary tuners (CC-50RP) is just that. They've taken their popular CC-50 model and added a full-walled resonator and geared planetary tuners to suit the beginning bluegrass banjo player. Features include a hard maple neck and rim, a convertible mahogany resonator, planetary tuners, a geared 5th string tuner, and a single coordinator rod, Straightline tailpiece, rosewood fingerboard, and a brass tone ring. With a complete setup at the Gold Tone Factory in Florida, the CC-50RP is the perfect model for the entry-level bluegrass banjo player. The CC-50RP includes a light-duty gig bag for easy transport.

Entry-level banjos must be designed for easy learning The Cripple Creek 50 with Resonator and Planetary tuners (CC-50RP) is just that They've taken their popular CC-50 model and added a full-walled resonator and geared planetary tuners to suit the beginning bluegrass banjo player Features include a hard maple neck and rim, a convertible mahogany resonator, planetary tuners, a geared 5th string tuner, and a single coordinator rod, Straightline tailpiece, rosewood fingerboard, and a brass tone ring With a complete setup at the Gold Tone Factory in Florida, the CC-50RP is the perfect model for the entry-level bluegrass banjo player The CC-50RP includes a light-duty gig bag for easy transport