Winner of the Parent's Choice Top 25 Toy Award and and Oppenheim Award Winner, this 8 note metallophone comes with 2 mallets and alternate B-flat tube. This instrument has been recommended for its educational value by John Sebastian, Marilyn Horne, Andre Watts, Peter Schickele and the late Jim Henson. It can be played by number, color or notes. Comes with an easy-to-read songbook. Ages 3 and up.