Blog - Percussion Play

Welcome to our blog, where we celebrate the joy of music in the great outdoors! Here, you will find exciting updates about our company, inspiring stories, and the latest trends in outdoor music projects and designs from around the globe.

We’re passionate about the instruments we offer and will share insights into their creation and the inspiration behind them. Our mission is to help you discover innovative ways to bring music to your outdoor spaces.

Join us on this journey as we explore the fusion of music and the great outdoors. Thank you for being a part of our community – we’re excited to share this adventure with you!

Getting Musical on World Book Day 2026 In the UK and Ireland, today - 5th March 2026 - is World Book Day! Each year, this much‑loved celebration transforms schools, libraries, and bookshops into vibrant hubs of imagination, helping children...

- 05/03/26

Education Libraries Awareness Days Early Years

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Introducing Our 2026 Inspired by Nature Outdoor Music Collection At Percussion Play, we’ve long believed that outdoor music should feel joyful, accessible, and alive with possibility. Our Inspired by Nature Collection was created to bring this philosophy to life...

- 22/01/26

Parks & Recreation News Education Libraries Inclusive Communities Camps Early Years

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Small Spaces, Big Impact: Creative Outdoor Music Installations When people think of outdoor musical instruments, they often imagine sprawling parks, large playgrounds, or expansive gardens. But the truth is, you don’t need a vast outdoor area to create a vibrant,...

- 15/10/25

Libraries Senior Living Insights Landscape Architects Early Years Health & Wellness

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Built for All Seasons: Outdoor Musical Instruments Designed for Year-Round Play At Percussion Play, we believe music should be a year-round experience - not limited by the weather. That’s why our outdoor musical instruments are designed to perform in all seasons, from snowy...

- 14/10/25

Parks & Recreation Education Libraries Senior Living Insights Landscape Architects Early Years Health & Wellness

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Fall Into Music: Outdoor Activities to Kickstart the School Year As students return to school and the leaves begin to fall, educators have a unique opportunity to bring music learning outdoors. Fall is full of sensory experiences that can inspire rhythm, melody, and...

- 20/08/25

Education Libraries Early Years

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Benefits of Intergenerational Music Making and Play Guest Expert Blog By Deborah A. Confredo Dr. Deborah A. Confredo is a respected music educator, conductor, and researcher, currently serving as Professor of Music Education and Director of...

- 03/06/25

Education Libraries Expert Insights Podcast

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Spring Into Sound: 5 Ways Outdoor Musical Instruments Can Enhance Library Programs This Season As spring blossoms, it’s the perfect time to take learning outdoors and bring joyful sound to your library garden or outdoor reading space. Public libraries are increasingly embracing** outdoor musical...

- 08/05/25

Libraries Education

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Bringing Music Outside: Enhancing Early Learning Through Outdoor Percussion Play Guest Expert Blog by Karen E. Goulandris, Ed.S., M.Ed. At Percussion Play, we believe in the power of outdoor music to inspire, educate, and bring joy to children of all ages. We're...

- 29/04/25

Education Libraries Expert Insights Podcast Early Years

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Podcast Episode Two: Beyond Books - How Libraries are Tuning Into Music Outdoors In the second episode of our new podcast, "Music Made for the Great Outdoors," we will delve deeper into the fascinating ways in which libraries are embracing music within their community offerings....

- 12/07/24

News Libraries Podcast

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