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!

Unlocking Musical Potential Outdoors: Dr. Alan Turry on Neurodiversity and Therapy Guest Expert Blog: Dr. Alan Turry – Faculty Liaison to Steinhardt's Nordoff-Robbins Center for Music Therapy In recent years, the therapeutic power of music has garnered increasing...

- 17/03/25

Expert Insights Inclusive Communities

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Getting Musical on World Book Day 2025 In the UK and Ireland, today – 6th March 2025- is World Book Day! The inaugural World Book Day took place in the UK and Ireland in 1997. Since then, it has played a significant role in promoting...

- 06/03/25

Awareness Days

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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 'Opens Doors' in Portsmouth and South Coast Business Week Yesterday, Percussion Play proudly participated in an Open Doors event during the Portsmouth and South Coast Business Week. It was a fantastic opportunity for us to welcome fellow businesses and showcase...

- 27/02/25

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Enhancing the Summer Camp Experience Through Music As summer approaches, camps nationwide are gearing up for another season filled with adventure, connection, and personal growth. One powerful tool that can significantly enrich the camp experience is music....

- 17/02/25

Camps News

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Outdoor Music Making Thrives in Camp Courageous Music in Action: A Story of Inclusion, Joy, and Connection We recently spoke with Sonya Belew, Chief Operating Officer and HR Director of Camp Courageous, about the transformative...

- 13/02/25

Camps Podcast

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Expanding the Inspired by Nature Range into the World of Mini Beasts We are excited to announce the launch of our latest collection of outdoor musical instruments inspired by the fascinating world of bugs and insects! As a brand committed to creating innovative musical...

- 15/01/25

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Celebrating Global Success: Percussion Play Receives the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade On December 3, 2024, our team gathered to celebrate a monumental achievement. In a ceremony held at our new office and workshop at Dunsbury Park, Hampshire, we were officially awarded the prestigious King’s...

- 04/12/24

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD), 3 December Each year, on December 3, Percussion Play proudly recognizes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This significant occasion highlights the importance of fostering inclusivity and advocating...

- 27/11/24

Awareness Days

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Reflecting on a Year of Innovation: Celebrating Connections and Insights As we approach the end of the year, Percussion Play is thrilled to announce our participation in the NAEYC Annual Conference in Anaheim, CA. This event signifies the culmination of a series of expos...

- 04/11/24

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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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Elevating Senior Well-being with Music This World Alzheimer’s Day As we observe World Alzheimer’s Month this September, with a special focus on World Alzheimer’s Day on the 21st, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on innovative ways to support and...

- 18/09/24

Podcast Senior Living Awareness Days

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Noodling Around: Unleashing Creativity Through Musical Improvisation Outdoor musical improvisation, often called noodling, is the spontaneous creation of music—no rules, no pressure, just pure expression. It’s a joyful, creative act that anyone can enjoy,...

- 10/09/24

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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 transform lives. Our journey towards making a meaningful impact led us to partner with the Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association, who...

- 07/08/24

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Podcast Episode Two: Beyond Books - How Libraries are Tuning Into Music Outdoors In the second episode of our new podcast, "Music Made for the Great Outdoors," we will delve deeper into the fascinating ways in which libraries are embracing music within their community offerings....

- 12/07/24

News Libraries Podcast

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Transform Your Town with Music: Grants up to $50,000 for Vibrant Community Projects The T-Mobile Hometown Grant program is currently open for applications until Monday, September...

- 03/07/24

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Joining the Buzz of National Pollinator Week (June 17-23) As we celebrate National Pollinator Week from June 17 to 23rd, it's a great time to think about the important role that pollinators play in our ecosystem and find new ways to support their health....

- 19/06/24

Awareness Days

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Meet Andy Barnes: The Newest Note in Percussion Play's Symphony of Success! Meet our newest addition to Percussion Play, Andy Barnes, who joins our Sales and Marketing Team. Andy, with a rich background in customer success and account management, has recently become a valuable...

- 18/06/24

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Brand New Podcast 'Music Made For The Great Outdoors' Launches Our brand new podcast, Music Made for the Great Outdoors celebrates...

- 30/05/24

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Join Us at InterActivity 2024: Where Music Meets Museums We're buzzing with excitement as we gear up for this year's InterActivity 2024 in Madison,...

- 12/05/24

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Percussion Play Strikes a High Note with Second Royal Enterprise Award for International Trade Percussion Play has achieved two major milestones this month: winning the prestigious King’s Awards for Enterprise for International Trade 2024 and relocating to a state-of-the-art production facility...

- 07/05/24

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Discover the Transformative Power of Music at the 2024 Senior Living Executive Conference This year, the 2024 Senior Living Executive Conference will be held in Phoenix, Arizona. Spanning three days, the event will bring together the industry's brightest minds, including professionals,...

- 25/04/24

News White Paper

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April 2 World Autism Awareness Day and World Autism Month Every year, April is celebrated as World Autism Month, beginning with the United Nations' World Autism Awareness Day on April 2. This year marks the 17th anniversary of this special day. Its purpose...

- 02/04/24

Awareness Days Inclusive Communities

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Guest Blog Article Emphasizes the Benefit of Outdoor Music Making to Camp Guests of All Abilities Making Music, Making Connections: How Camps Use Music to Support All Learners We were delighted to contribute a guest blog to the American Camp Association of New York and New Jersey,...

- 12/03/24

Camps

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Percussion Play's revolutionary new app, 'Composer AR' set to transform the design of outdoor music spaces Percussion...

- 15/02/24

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