This Percussion Plus tambourine is the perfect instrument for introducing younger players to percussion. It is made with a solid wood shell covered with a natural skin head, which produces a warm, deep sound when hit, and its sturdy construction means that the tambourine can endure use in the classroom.The versatile instrument can be played either by hitting the skin with your hand or a beater, or by shaking the tambourine to produce a bright, jingling sound. This is an effective, high-quality tambourine which makes the perfect addition to any classroom percussion box.