{"title":"Caxixi Percussion","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat are the best caxixis? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe best caxixi are those which are as true to the original percussion model as possible. This impacts on what the instrument caxixi is made from, the type of sound it makes, and the decoration around the basketwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMost caxixi are used in pairs. The best examples are those that are bright, colorful, and fun to use. They should be the right size for the user, including children who love the different sounds they make.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCaxixi are often used alongside drums and singers. Many players are keen to source ethical products made with fair trade principles and there are plenty of these available online. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat is the caxixi instrument made of? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA caxixi is made of a woven basket in the shape of a bell with a flat bottom. Derived from the rattle family, the instrument is filled with seeds or other small, hard particles like stones, shells, or even wooden beads. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe basket is made from wicker or braided straw and is almost always brightly colored and beautifully decorated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis instrument comes in different sizes and is usually bell-shaped. The round bottom is cut from a dried gourd - a hard-skinned fruit - if you want to be faithful to the original.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe gourd provided a hard surface and a unique sound. Modern versions use coconut matting, which is sometimes reinforced with an extra layer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe top of the instrument has a handle, a bit like a handbag, but you can also purchase versions without this. Changing the angle of the caxixi as it moves will alter the type of sound it makes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen the seeds hit the hard bottom, they produce a high-pitched and sharp tone, whereas when they move against the soft, woven sides, the sound is lighter and more muted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat makes a good caxixi? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA good caxixi is one faithful to its roots and which delivers the vibrancy and color of its traditional homeland, Brazil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe sides should be softer than the base so that different sounds and effects are produced in varying positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe instrument should be the right size for the user and provide great projection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.drumcenternh.mom\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAt Drum Center of Portsmouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, we offer a comprehensive selection of drums and percussive instruments with expert guidance and advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"toca-caxixi-large","title":"Toca Caxixi","description":"Produces lively sounds","brand":"Toca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46051290218778,"sku":"T2544","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0751\/6710\/5306\/files\/5550048899_frt_wlg_001__large_69343863-9987-44fd-9260-235ad8e9c7af.jpg?v=1702662384"},{"product_id":"toca-caxixi-small","title":"Toca Caxixi, Small","description":"Closed basket with flat plastic bottom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Toca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46051290710298,"sku":"T2543","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0751\/6710\/5306\/files\/5550048898_frt_wlg_001__large_0ca28851-44d6-45a0-9c4d-4b4286a7702a.jpg?v=1702663671"},{"product_id":"tycoon-percussion-small-caxixi","title":"Tycoon Percussion Small Caxixi","description":"Tycoon Percussion is of the highest quality.  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