LENA Drums

LENA tongue drums are among our most popular musical instruments. They are beautiful, colorful, easy to play, and their soft, melodic sound is quickly loved by children and adults alike. They are played at home, in schools, kindergartens, during music education, relaxation, yoga, meditation, and in therapeutic work.

Their magic lies in simplicity. Each drum has precisely tuned metal tongues in a specific scale, so the individual notes naturally harmonize with each other. You don't need to read sheet music or have any musical experience. Just pick up the mallets, gently touch the tongues, and let the melodies emerge.

With LENA tongue drums, you can play intuitively by ear, create your own melodies, accompany singing, relaxation, or storytelling, or play simple songs using numbered notation. Younger children naturally discover rhythm and notes, while older children and adults can gradually dive into more complex playing.

You will find various sizes, tunings, colors, and designs with us - from smaller, lightweight drums for children and travel to larger models with a deeper, fuller sound and longer sustain. Each has a slightly different character, so it is best to choose not only by size, but mainly by the sound that appeals to you.

For individual drums, you will find sound samples and videos. And if you would like to choose in person, you can come listen to and try them out in our showroom in Jablonec nad Nisou.

How to Choose a LENA Tongue Drum

LENA tongue drums combine easy playing, a pleasant melodic sound, and the joy they bring right from the first notes. They differ mainly in size, number of notes, tuning, color, and overall sound character.

Smaller LENA drums are lightweight, compact, and easy to hold. You can easily take them on trips, outdoors, to kindergarten, school, or to music classes. They have a higher, brighter tone and are great for children, beginners, and simple melodic playing.

Larger LENA drums have a deeper, fuller sound and a longer sustain. Their tone fills the space more and creates a calmer, more meditative feeling. They are suitable for home relaxation, yoga, meditation, sound therapy, musical accompaniment, and longer playing sessions. They also often have more tongues, offering a wider range of notes.

Tuning is also important. Some tunings feel gentle, calm, and meditative, while others are more joyful, open, or playful. For each drum, you can listen to a sound sample and choose the one whose mood feels closest to you.

You can play with soft mallets or fingers. Mallets bring out a brighter and fuller tone, while fingers create a quieter, softer sound. You can naturally alternate between both methods depending on your mood and the situation.

LENA tongue drums are great for both children and adults. They are suitable for home, schools, kindergartens, music education, relaxation, meditation, yoga, therapy, and as a beautiful gift for someone who loves music but doesn't want to start with a complex instrument.

When choosing, we recommend listening above all. Choose a drum whose sound you love and that you will want to return to.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know how to play to play the LENA tongue drum?

No. LENA tongue drums are tuned so that individual notes naturally harmonize together. You can play completely intuitively, without sheet music and without prior experience. Just listen, try, and let the melody flow freely.

Are LENA tongue drums suitable for children?

Yes, children love them very much. They are easy to play, durable, and allow children to naturally discover rhythm, melody, and the joy of music. They are suitable for home, kindergartens, schools, music clubs, and for playing together with parents.

Which LENA tongue drum is best for a beginner?

For children and travel, smaller models are suitable because they are lightweight and easy to carry. For adults, relaxation, and a deeper sound, larger drums with longer sustain are a wonderful choice. It is best to listen to the audio samples and pick the one whose sound appeals to you most.

What is the difference between a smaller and a larger drum?

Smaller drums usually have a higher, brighter tone and are more practical to carry. Larger drums sound deeper, fuller, and have a longer sustain. They fill the space more and are also suitable for calmer, meditative playing.

Is the LENA tongue drum played with fingers or mallets?

Most often it is played with soft mallets, which make the tone resonate beautifully. You can also play with your fingers, making the sound softer and quieter. Both methods can be combined.

Can songs be played on the LENA tongue drum?

Yes. You can play intuitively by ear, but also play simple melodies and songs using numbered notation. The numbers correspond to individual notes on the drum, so it is very easy to start.

Can LENA tongue drums be used for relaxation and meditation?

Yes. Their soft tone, pleasant tuning, and long sustain are wonderfully suited for calming down, relaxation, meditation, yoga, and unwinding at the end of the day. You can play for yourself, for children, or for others.

Can I listen to LENA tongue drums before buying?

Yes. For individual drums, you will find sound samples and videos. You can also come listen to and try them all in person at our showroom in Jablonec nad Nisou.