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Freenotes Make Music Fun and
Accessible so Everyone Can Play!
Music by its very nature is universal. Freenotes are beautiful instruments that
focus on social sustainability for public spaces. Embracing Universal Design,
Freenotes create environments that are useable by all people, including an aging
population, people with disabilities and an increasingly diverse culture. They also
meet the need for doing more with less. Enhancing any outdoor setting with
music, they make public spaces useable and appealing to all.
Encouraging social participation, Freenotes are easily played by people regardless
of age, gender, ethnicity, mobility, visual, auditory or mental ability. Music will
always be a gathering force that builds community. These unique sound sculptures
deliver creative sensory play through engaging interactive art. Freenotes are the
next generation of outdoor musical instrument.
Improving human performance,
note. The ensemble is created so any combination of notes is pleasing. Internationally
are sophisticated and surprisingly delightful.
Promoting health and wellness, Freenotes offer a unique play experience
connecting people through creativity in outdoor environments. These beautiful
instruments enliven outdoor settings with concert quality sound. By inviting
participation and interaction, Freenotes bring people back again and again.
Freenotes Harmony Park makes an ensemble of outdoor musical instruments
that is the ideal universal design element. With Freenotes, musical expression is
accessible to everyone regardless of musical training. Any grouping of these real
musical instruments plays together in perfect harmony making them fun and
engaging for novice or expert alike.
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These compact
instruments are the
toughest we have ever
built with aluminum
resonators replacing the
previous ABS designs.
The side edges are
sheathed in aluminum
as well making them
virtually indestructible.
They occupy less space
and they require less
budget too, making
them attractive on many
levels. Stands come
in two sizes: either
standard or preschool.
The grouping is offered
as an ensemble with
stock colors in desert
tones of Sage, Deep
Purple and Hazel Nut.
Educational materials
are available on our
website to guide players
through improvisational
activities. Look for
Playtivities on our home
page under Information
and Resources.
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Piper - A smaller more durable version
of the Imbarimba featured on page 8.
This instrument evolved from a classic
provide a contrast in tone to the other
two instruments in the trio. It’s a great
instrument to play improvisational
rhythms. The stock color is Hazel Nut.
Producing rich full tones, this
resonated metalophone has anodized
aluminum chimes. Patterned after the
Swirl presented on page 9, the warm
tones linger for 3-5 seconds making it
The resonator bodies are painted with
the stock color of Sage.
Merry - This bright sounding instrument
makes melody with its lyrical voice. A
smaller version of the Pegasus seen
on page 11, this is one of our original
bestselling members of the Freenotes
family. The stock color is Deep Purple.
Good for all ages
Instantly you get it – these instruments have the power to unlock creative
expressive play through music. All instruments play together and any
combination of notes are pleasing. Surprisingly delightful, these interactive
art sculptures work as educational tools to challenge the imagination
by stimulating creativity. No matter one’s developmental level, Freenotes
instruments make it possible for everyone to create beautiful music.
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This ideal trio is created so all instruments play together and any
combination of notes is pleasing. All Freenotes instruments are in the
category of percussion instruments because they are played with
ensure a player’s enjoyment and satisfaction, as well as those listening
nearby. Pictured left to right in stock colors: Pegasus p.11, Manta Ray
p.10, Yantzee p. 18
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This specially designed ensemble is a mixed quartet offering a
musical experience for all. Drawing upon years of experience with
music theory and an analytical mind, Grammy Award winning musician
Richard Cooke created this unique variety of instruments that ensure
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instruments offers this opportunity – especially to a novice. Pictured
in stock colors: the Imbarimba p.8, Swirl p. 9, Yantzee p. 18, Tuned
Drums with molded caps p.17
Freenotes Deluxe Package
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Freenotes Premium Package
This ensemble of real musical instruments delivers maximum pitch range
with texture and pure distinct tones that blend into soothing sounds. These
percussion instruments are perfectly tuned and stay tuned to make musical
expression accessible to all. Regardless of musical training, everyone can
step right into improvisational play, solo or in group. Pictured are the Contra
Bass Chimes p. 12, Imbarimba p. 8, Swirl p.9, Pegasus p.11, Tuned Drums p.17
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Special People - Special Needs
Designed to enhance physical and mental
development through the exploration of
sound, Freenotes are accessible to people
with physical and developmental disabilities.
Only the simplest of motor skills are needed
to activate pure harmonies ensuring success
for all players. Providing gratifying musical
and self-esteem.
Achieving multiple goals, these instruments are
recognized for enhancing cognitive and motor
play skills while encouraging listening.
Freenotes invite
participation for
individuals as
well as groups to
explore and learn.
By simply shaping
sounds, melody
and rhythm,
players become
instant experts
in improvising
beautiful music.
Playing music transcends all boundaries of age, ethnicity, gender and physicality.
with Freenotes...
everyone can play
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The Imbarimba is a unique musical design combining
the elements of two African instruments: the marimba
and the kalimba. These notes are arranged in the layout
of the kalimba. This allows both hands equal access to
entirely weatherproof and withstand hard use and
the elements. Stock color is yellow. The Piper is a
smaller version. Insert photos are two recommended
accompanying instruments.
Pegasus p. 11
custom color see p.20
Yantzee p.18
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Imbarimba
Swirl
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The stunning sculptural
presence of this design
exudes both beautiful
sounds and visual art.
Tones are pure, soothing
and never go out of tune.
The chimes are made
of durable, resonated
anodized aluminium, and
range from soprano to
alto. The Swirl’s warm
vibrant tone comes from
individual resonators.
Stock color is orange.
version. Insert photos
are two recommended
accompanying instruments.
Contrabass Chimes
p. 14
Tuned Drums p. 17
custom color see p.20
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The Manta Ray simply captures the imagination. This elegant,
anodized aluminium metalophone has a powder-coated steel frame,
making it tough and maintenance-free. The individual chime tubes
are suspended by nylon-coated, stainless steel cable. Playing this
instrument is a fanciful delight, making beautiful music accessible to
all. Insert photos are two recommended accompanying instruments.
Saturn’s Chimes p. 16
Flying Amadinda p. 15
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Pegasus
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The Pegasus is a hefty
metalophone made with
resonated aluminium bars
which are laced on with
coated stainless steel
cable. The instrument
can also be mounted on
a sturdy portable stand.
Stock color is sky blue.
The Merry is a smaller
version. Insert photos
are two recommended
accompanying instruments.
Contrabass Chimes
p. 14
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played today. Visitors tell other visitors they must
Botanical Gardens of Key West, Florida.
Freenotes provide art in public places at Parker Arts,
Culture & Events Center, Parker, Colorado.
t go to the musical playground.
The chimes are a huge hit with visitors at
the City of Sedona, Arizona’s Visitor Center Plaza
becoming one of the highlights of their visit.
Minneapolis City
of Lakes Rotary Club,
of Minnesota, with a
Freenotes installation,
earned a Rotary
Achievement Award in
2011. From over 33,000
Rotary Club nominations
only 143 awards were
given out worldwide.
Vacationers enjoy playing music outside the scenic
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge train depot in Colorado.
Contrabass Chimes
Pegasus p. 11
Imbarimba p. 8
Stunning in both their towering appearance and low resonant sound, these
seven chimes are pitched one octave below middle C. The chimes range in
height from seven to nine feet. They are made of four-inch diameter, heavy
duty anodized aluminium tube, and can be installed in a horseshoe shape
to enable the player to experience a “surround sound” effect. Contrabass
chimes can be purchased individually. Insert photos are two recommended
accompanying instruments.
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Flying Amadinda
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Musical bars of coated
a sturdy frame made of
recycled plastic posts. The
Amadinda is an ancient
xylophone from Uganda.
eliminate maintenance - a
major design feature. Nonresonated bars have less
ideal for areas where
sound levels are important
to maintain. Insert photos
are two recommended
accompanying instruments.
Saturn’s Chimes p. 16
Tuned Drums p. 17
custom color see p.20
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Saturn’s Chimes
Swirl p. 9
Piper p.2
This dramatic curved array of anodized aluminium chimes features warm,
long-sustaining tones resonating harmonies from deep space. The chimes are
two-inch diameter tubing hung with long-lasting, coated stainless steel cable.
visual and auditory addition to any outdoor area. A powder-coated steel frame
is optional. Insert photos are two recommended accompanying instruments.
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New and improved molded plastic drum caps are available that never chip
in diameter. The bases of the drums can be permanently installed directly
into the ground in your choice of arrangement, or they can be surface
mounted using our portable stand. Comes in two stock colors, rainbow and
green. Insert photos are two recommended accompanying instruments.
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Tuned Drums
Manta Ray p. 10
Imbarimba p. 8
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Yantzee
A foundational piece
for any instrument
grouping, the low notes
of the Yantzee create
a rich canvas of sound
for the other melodic
instruments to play
over. The Yantzee is an
excellent accompaniment
for all other Freenotes
designs. The individual
notes are made with
resonated aluminium bars
that give these low tones
remarkable projection for
their size. Stock color
is sage. Insert photos
are two recommended
accompanying instruments.
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Flying Amadinda p. 15
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Pegasus p. 11
Pagoda Bells
As a park or garden
ornament, or as an
engaging piece of
interactive urban art, this
instrument rings with
blended tones, focusing
attention on any outdoor
setting. Reminiscent of
the architecture of the
Orient, this vertical array
of bells provides lush
tones of long duration.
Durable and maintenance
free, the Pagoda
Bells are a calming
addition to any outdoor
setting. Insert photos
are two recommended
accompanying instruments.
Manta ray p. 10
Swirl p. 9
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Some technical notes...
Color Choices for the painted parts of some instruments are available in stock colors and custom colors. We
recommend choosing stock color instruments for our standard price and faster delivery. The custom color
chart is located on our website. Keep in mind, there is an additional fee for these color selections and an
additional 4 weeks is required for delivery.
in the ground. The instruments come fully assembled. Installation video is available on our website along
with architectural drawings for installation instructions and full product information sheets.
Freenotes are painted with a highly scratch resistant catalysed automotive paint used for plastic motorcycle
parts. Stock colors: Swirl, orange; Imbarimba, yellow; Pegasus, sky blue; Yantzee, sage; Drums, rainbow, green;
All Freenotes instruments (with the exception of the Tuned Drums) are supplied with two or more durable
mallets, made to withstand the outdoor elements. They are attached to the instrument with nylon-coated
stainless steel cables. Additional mallets can be purchased and attached, as more than one person can
play each instrument at the same time. The heights of every instrument can be adjusted to accommodate
players of all ages.
Instrument supports are made of dark brown, high-density, recycled plastic. Guaranteed never to rot, warp
or crack. Powder-coated steel posts are optional.
Freenotes instruments require little maintenance and are highly resistant to vandalism. Notes can be kept
clean merely by wiping with a soft moist cloth. Spare parts and replacement mallets are available from
Freenotes Harmony Park, or your chosen distributor.
As we continue to develop and improve our products, we reserve the right to implement minor changes to
the published contents of this brochure.
To see all product resources and information please visit our website: www.FreenotesHarmonyPark.com
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beautiful music made simple
www.FreenotesHarmonyPark.com
outdoor musical instruments
171 Suttle Street, Durango, Colorado 81303 USA
970.375.7825
[email protected]