Introducing the Drums for Schools Dream Drum kit

The Dream Drum is an intriguing, shiny green orb made from recycled metal gas canisters. Different sized 'tongues' have been cut into the surface which, when hit with a hand or beater, produce a selection of bell-like tones.

Its ethereal resonant sound will encourage young children to investigate and start making music for the first time. The drum's unique qualities and group playing potential earned it first prize in the Early Years Equipment category at the 2012 Nursery Awards.

The tongues are not tuned to a major scale as you might expect, but rather a more unusual arpeggio not unlike the pentatonic gamelan instruments.

Included are 3 beaters (1 each of soft suede, rubber, and green felt), a banana leaf doughnut shaped cushion to keep the drum steady, and a protective padded bag.