We've been gathering for Monochord Monday since May of 2020. Hosted by official feeltone monochord trainer Joule L'Adara, each month our monochord players gather to try out different playing parameters and enjoy our instruments together for inspiration, connection, and self-care. This gathering is often lead by members of our community who get the chance to share how they use the monochord (whether Monolini, Monolina, Concert Monochord or sound furniture such as the MonChair or Monochord Table) and lead the group through a meditation and playing session. Our Zooms feel comfy and friendly as we all play together in real time but with cameras and mics off so you're playing in your own safe home environment for yourself. At the end there's the option to turn on your camera and sound to say hi to the group, or remain in the audience to view only. Drop in any monthly Monday we're meeting and bring your monochord! (we feature our brand of feeltone monochords but all brands are welcome at our meetups.)

Read more about this gathering and learn more about Michelle on our blog dedicated to Michelle's session here

Learn More about Martin Ackermann of Switzerland
Read more about this meetup and learn more about Hala and Nuha on our blog dedicated to the Twins' session here.
Additionally, you can check out a small selections of our past Monochord Monday presenters in our publicly viewable highlight video library collection here.
If you can't make the live time we recommend you register anyway as you'll then be given access to our vast video library of past meetings and sent email notifications after each new monthly episode is uploaded into the hosting library in a private collection on Vimeo.
Want to be a guest-facilitator at Monochord Monday and share with our community about how you play the monochord and incorporate it into your practice or business? Please reach out and we'd be happy to schedule you!

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View full detailsChose from 5 different tunings: A, C,F, G or D 34 strings, 24 overtone 5 bass 5 fifth Size 28.3'' x 13'' x 4.3'' Material: ash & cherry woo...
View full detailsTechnical data: Wood: frame - cherry, soundboard - ash Strung on both sides Monochord with 30 bass strings in D and 30 bare overtone strings in...
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View full detailsThe monolini is an exquisite instrument with resonance that invites peace and well being. Thank you to Gabriele for our conversation and welcome into a community of like-minded people.
I had purchased the Sansula Basic on the recommendation of Laura Inserra - sound alchemist. I loved the tone and used it regularly in my classes. I purchased the padded case and all was well until it slipped out of my hand onto my yoga mat and to my dismay the membrane exploded into many pieces - I was both shocked and very disappointed.
I called the company right away and the owner explained I would have been better choosing the more robust version as I was transporting it regularly and that the basic model is much more delicate and is more suitable for studio work. As repairing mine would involve costly shipping back and forth to Germany, she recommended I purchase the Renaissance model at the repair program discounted price, which I did.
So lesson learned, buy the more robust models if you plan to use the Sansula in classes or for travel. Thank you We Play Well Together.
I recently purchased the monolina and I am extremely satisfied. The customer service was outstanding and the product arrived very fast and in perfect condition. Highly recommended!
When I first heard the Monalina at a sound bath I knew I had to have one. I bought one in F just to hear it. And then for Christmas my wife found Joules online course and signed me up for it. I was hesitant at first because I was just strumming it for fun, but I knew that the people that were taking her course would actually be utilizing it more fully than me. I was also nervous because I hadn’t played any instrument in front of people in quite a number of years. But Joule made me feel comfortable and relaxed and made the whole group feel as though that we were one in experiencing the weekend together. It was wonderful and I will never forget one minute of it. Plus as a trained musician it was nice that she actually has a musical education because then I knew that she knew not only how to play the instrument and how to get the most out of it but also the science behind the sound. I wouldn’t change a thing and she did a wonderful wonderful presentation. She was so into it. It was so much fun!
I’m loving this kalimba!
However, the highest note does not ring like the rest. And the third to highest note is ever so slightly flat.
But I know I’m going to love her.
A few years ago I became casually interested in the Kalimba because of its simplicity of design and playability. Without experience or a good point of reference I needed to taste a lot of flavors to sort out the choices. For a while, my discards kept the local Goodwill store supplied with inventory.
The feeding frenzy stopped when I discovered Hokema. Build and material quality is professional grade. The tines are not stiff, so you can play at any intensity without stressing a thumb nails. Resonance from the solid wood base and the resulting sustain are simply stunning. Even the high notes sing, unlike the flat 'tapping an aluminum pan' sound from my discards.
I first purchased the B-17, and later the smaller B-17 Mini. Comments above apply to both. There is no problem holding, playing, or carrying around either instrument. The Mini's smaller footprint might be more comfortable for small hands. I just like the smaller package. Because the B-17's wood block is wider, it has more space between the tines. Both instruments appear to use the same tine assembly materials, but the Mini has a shorter cross bar. The Mini's tine spacing is grouped, but they can be adjusted to make the spacing more uniform like the B-17. In that mode, even with the smaller block the tine spacing is noticeably wider than some other Kalimbas I've tried. My thumbs are average width for a 5'8" person and my nails are normally rounded (not pointed), and I have no trouble playing individual notes.
Tablature is available around the net for 17-key Kalimbas (RiffSpot has a nice ebook), so you can play tunes without reading music on both the B-17 and B-17 Mini.
I just took the week-long monochord training with Joule and fell in love with my Monolina. Joule is a fun, engaging and knowledgeable teacher who brings deep reverence to her instruments and the art of playing them. We got to experiment with and experience all the different ways of expressing through our monochords and came away with a proven, complete and beautiful 45-minute session we can now offer. I highly recommend this class.
Wonderful instrument. It’s easy to travel with and well crafted. Customer service is wonderful as well. Very responsive. I am always impressed with the attention to customer service and care of the instruments. This instruments complement my crystal singing bowls and monalina nicely.
This set elevates one’s instruments to the next level. Having all these components really sets one up for success and allows room for growth to grow into your sound practice.
The versatility that comes with having the leg extensions allows the player to be comfortable in a variety of ways while playing. The mallets add additional ways to play.
Tuning is a breeze with the template. When not being played or on the go with this monolina, the mats keep everything safe and the backpack makes it so you can take it to the studio or out into nature to play.
I can’t say enough great things about it, it’s a must have in the sound tool kit for sure.