Four New Outdoor Musical Ensembles Mean More Music, More Play, More Possibilities

At Percussion Play, we believe outdoor music should be accessible, joyful, and effortless to bring into public spaces. That’s why we’re excited to introduce four brand‑new musical ensembles designed to help designers, educators, and communities create vibrant, inclusive musical areas with confidence. Whether you’re shaping a park, school playground, healthcare setting, or community trail, these thoughtfully curated ensembles make it easier than ever to integrate high‑quality outdoor instruments into your projects - offering balanced soundscapes, colour, creativity, and lasting play value for all ages and abilities.

Why We Create Musical Ensembles

Choosing the right combination of outdoor musical instruments can feel overwhelming, especially when balancing space, accessibility, sound quality and aesthetic considerations. Our ensembles remove that uncertainty by bringing together instruments that naturally work in harmony - musically, visually and practically. Each ensemble offers:

• A complete, ready‑to‑use outdoor musical solution
• Perfectly matched tones and scales for balanced play
• Accessibility for multiple players at once
• Visual coordination that enhances any landscape
• Simplified specification and planning for busy designers
• Durable, low‑maintenance construction built for outdoor life

By offering these collections, we help our customers save time, reduce decision‑fatigue, and deliver outdoor spaces that feel cohesive, intentional, and immediately engaging.

Rainbow Quartet Ensemble

Perfect for smaller spaces, the Rainbow Quartet Ensemble includes four vibrant instruments - Rainbow Metallophone, Rainbow Bongos, Rainbow Chimes, and Tropical Cyclone. Compact yet impactful, it delivers bright tones, inviting colours and plenty of collaborative play opportunities for early years settings, playgrounds and community areas.

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Rainbow Quintet Ensemble

Building on the success of the Quartet, the Rainbow Quintet Ensemble adds Calypso Chimes Pentatonic - Set of 6 Notes (C4-C5 ) to create a fuller and more layered musical experience. With five colourful instruments working in harmony, it’s ideal for parks and public spaces wanting a bigger musical presence that still feels intuitive and accessible.

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The nspired By Nature Hexad Ensemble blends six floral‑ and woodland‑themed instruments - Harmony Bells, Liberty Bells, Sunflower Petal Drum, Dragonfly, Bug Beats - Flower Beetle, and Bumblebee - to create a calming, sensory‑rich musical environment.

Suited to pollinator gardens, nature trails, sensory landscapes, and outdoor classrooms, this ensemble encourages exploration, mindfulness, and gentle interaction. Its nature‑inspired forms and soothing tones help it blend seamlessly into green spaces while adding unique, playful character.

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Designed for connection, the Drum Circle Ensemble brings together a Street Congas Duo, Street Congas Trio, Pair of Tumbadoras and Trio of Djembes. With space for 4–10 players, it invites spontaneous drumming, group interaction, and shared creativity.

Perfect for parks, plazas, community hubs, and high‑traffic public areas, this ensemble creates an energetic focal point where people naturally gather. Built from robust stainless steel, it’s made to withstand daily use and all-weather conditions, ensuring lively rhythmic play year‑round.

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These four ensembles continue our mission to make outdoor music accessible, inclusive, and inspiring for everyone. Whether you’re designing for sensory exploration, community connection, education, or simply joyful play, each ensemble offers a ready-made solution that is easy to specify and deeply rewarding to experience.

If you’d like help choosing the right ensemble for your next project - or configuring a space to maximise musical engagement - our team is here to support you. Contact Us