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!

Outdoor Musical Instruments for SEN Schools | Inclusive Outdoor Learning Outdoor learning plays an important role in supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). For many pupils, outdoor environments provide space, freedom, and sensory balance that can be harder...

- 16/04/26

Education Inclusive Communities 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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A Symphony of Inclusion: How One Girl Scout Brought Music to a Rotary Youth Camp At just 15 years old, Paige Thomas has composed more than a melody—she’s created a legacy. As a Gold Award Girl Scout, Paige took on a project that would not only challenge her leadership...

- 22/07/25

News Inclusive Communities Camps

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Design a Music Trail: Outdoor Instruments for Parks & Public Spaces Imagine strolling through a park or along a woodland trail and hearing the gentle chime of Tubular...

- 26/06/25

Parks & Recreation Inclusive Communities

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7 Ways Outdoor Musical Instruments Support Neurodiverse Individuals Creating inclusive spaces for neurodiverse children and adults doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right tools - like outdoor musical instruments - you can foster connection, creativity, and...

- 01/06/25

Inclusive Communities Insights

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The Sound of Inclusion - Music Transforming Outdoor Play For generations, playgrounds have been joyful spaces where children run, laugh, and grow. Outdoor play is essential to young children’s development - supporting motor skills, emotional regulation,...

- 28/04/25

Parks & Recreation Expert Insights Inclusive Communities

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How Landscape Architects Can Design Inclusive Musical Play Areas At Percussion Play, we believe music is more than just sound—it’s a powerful tool for childhood development and community connection. When integrated thoughtfully into outdoor spaces, music...

- 24/04/25

Inclusive Communities Landscape Architects

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Unlocking Musical Potential Outdoors: Dr. Alan Turry on Neurodiversity and Therapy In recent years, the therapeutic power of music has garnered increasing recognition, especially within the context of music therapy. Dr. Alan Turry, a prominent figure in this field and the Faculty Liaison...

- 17/03/25

Expert Insights Inclusive Communities

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The Power of Intergenerational Outdoor Musical Play In a world often divided by age, technology, and routine, intergenerational outdoor musical play offers a rare and joyful opportunity to bring people together. At Percussion Play, we’ve seen how...

- 01/03/25

Parks & Recreation Senior Living Inclusive Communities

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Percussion Play Launches New Research Exploring How Play Areas Can Be Made More Accessible for the Blind and Partially Sighted Community In partnership with the Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC) and The Amber Trust, Percussion Play has chosen World Sight Day to release new research exploring how play areas...

- 10/10/24

Inclusive Communities

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Harmony Without Boundaries: Percussion Play's Journey with the Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association At Percussion Play, we believe in the power of music and community to create meaningful connections and support inclusive experiences for all. As part of our commitment to making a positive impact, we...

- 07/08/24

News Inclusive Communities

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RNIB Connect Radio features workshop hosted by the Royal Society for Blind Children, where young participants gave feedback on a Percussion Play Instruments A Percussion Play Workshop was held at the Royal Society for Blind Children's Life Without Limits Centre in central London. RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey had the opportunity to chat with some...

- 16/08/23

News Inclusive Communities

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Music Without Limits - Workshop Held With Visually Impaired Young People Exploring Accessibility in Musical Instrument Design Yesterday, we had the privilege of returning to the RSBC Life Without Limits Centre in Central London for a follow-up workshop focused...

- 10/08/23

News Inclusive Communities Insights

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White Paper Explores the Efficacy of Music Therapy for PTSD Healing Through Harmony: Exploring Music’s Role in PTSD Recovery Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex mental health condition that can affect anyone who has experienced...

- 25/06/22

Health & Wellness Inclusive Communities

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Adapting our Outdoor Spaces for Intergenerational Recreation and Address Loneliness Loneliness is an increasing challenge across communities of all ages. From urban centers to rural environments, many people experience social isolation due to changing lifestyles, reduced community interaction,...

- 11/05/22

Senior Living Inclusive Communities Health & Wellness

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New Music Park Wins Over Camp Guests and Bolsters Inclusivity Our latest Case Study tells how the new music park at a camp providing year-round...

- 09/09/21

News Inclusive Communities Camps

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Listening To and Making Music Helps Understand Feelings and Emotions The Power of Music in Early Childhood Emotional Development Music can be a great tool for young children to express themselves and their emotions. Children often struggle to articulate their...

- 20/11/20

Inclusive Communities Insights

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