Cascara Kenari Seed Shaker Chime
Dimensions: 12" length
Weight: ~205 grams
The Thetazen Cascara Kenari Shaker Chime is a handcrafted percussion instrument that brings organic texture and expressive sound into a beautifully natural handheld form. Dozens of Kenari seed pods are strung together in a full, cascading cluster and suspended from a woven organic fiber handle — creating an instrument that looks as striking as it sounds. Measuring 12" in total hang length and weighing approximately 205 grams, the Cascara Kenari has a satisfying heft and produces a lush, layered rattle that fills the room with warm, natural resonance. As a handmade item, slight variations in shell shape, tone, and density are natural and give each piece its own character.
The Kenari seed — harvested from the Canarium tree native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands — has been used for centuries in traditional music and ceremonial practice across Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and neighboring island cultures. Dried seed pods and shells have long been fashioned into body percussion instruments worn and carried during dance and ritual, prized for the natural acoustic qualities they produce through movement. The Cascara Kenari continues this tradition, bringing an authentic material voice to contemporary sound meditation, rhythmic practice, and creative performance.
Held by the looped woven handle, the Cascara Kenari can be shaken, swept, or gently swayed to produce everything from a soft whisper of sound to a full, cascading rattle — making it a versatile and intuitive tool for practitioners and performers alike.
Please note: Stands are not included with this product but are available for purchase. Bundle a Zen stand with your chime to save $20.
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