Cow Bell – 5.5in
£8.33 exc VAT
£10.00 inc VAT
RRP £9.16 exc VAT
Age 3 - 18+
- Instruments 1
- Players 1
- Buddies 1
- L 14cm x
- Stock: 144
- 50 arriving on 2026-01-30
- The Percussion Plus cowbell comes in dark grey/black colour
- Available in different sizes
- Great hand percussion instrument
The 5.5-inch cowbell by Percussion Plus is a metal percussion instrument that produces sharp, bright tones, perfect for Samba and African music. Its lightweight design makes it ideal for young learners and classroom use.
The 5.5-inch cowbell instrument from Percussion Plus is named after the similar bell historically used by herdsmen to track their cattle. It produces clear, sharp tones, making it ideal for Samba, African, and Latin rhythms. Made from durable metal, it delivers a bright, resonant sound that stands out in any ensemble. Its compact size makes it easy for younger players to handle and is perfect for small groups or classroom settings.
When struck with the included wooden beater, the cowbell instrument adds rhythmic accents that enhance group performances. Built to last, it is both durable and reliable, making it an excellent choice for music education.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the cow bell instrument called?
This is a percussion tool made of metal, producing a bright, sharp sound. It’s commonly used in Samba, Latin, and African music.
How do you play a cowbell?
To play a this instrument, hold it in one hand and strike the metal with a wooden beater. The sharp sound adds rhythm to any ensemble.
What is the origin of the cowbell?
The cow bell instrument originated as a tool used by herdsmen to track cattle. It later became a staple in Latin and African music for its bright, rhythmic sound.
Product Information
Delivery
We work with a small number of specialist logistic companies to deliver your order quickly and economically. The delivery method varies, depending on your location and the size of the order, as follows:
UK Locations
Orders up to 5kg – Courier 2 to 3 working day delivery. This would typically include books, smaller instruments, percussion baskets and djembes up to 40cm.
Orders over 5kg – Courier, next working day delivery. Most orders are sent this way.
Large orders – Pallet service, 3 to 5 working day delivery. Used for large orders and those with more fragile contents.
Please note:
- Above timings are from dispatch date. Time from placing your order will usually be one or two days longer, depending on the order and destination.
- Delivery to offshore or Highland addresses may take longer and may cost more than to UK mainland addresses and we’ll quote and agree the costs with you in advance. Please note that in these cases it’s fine to go ahead and place your order, and there’s no obligation on your part until the delivery costs have been quoted and accepted by you.
- For some destinations, where a courier service isn’t available, we may send by Royal Mail instead.
International Locations
Orders weighing less than 1kg and not too bulky – Post Office Airmail. This would include books and smaller percussion instruments.
Orders weighing more than about 1kg and large orders – international courier or pallet service. We’ll obtain competitive quotes and agree these with you in advance.
Please note that it’s fine to go ahead and place your international order prior to confirming shipping costs, and that there’s no obligation on your part until the delivery costs have been quoted and accepted by you. Payment for international orders, including shipping costs, is required before dispatch of the goods.
Returns
Please let us know straight away if anything arrives damaged or otherwise in a substandard condition and we’ll be happy to replace it, refund the cost or provide you with an alternative product to your satisfaction. Speed is of the essence here as most courier companies will only accept responsibility for damage in transit if the damage is reported within 24 hours of delivery.
In the event of damage, please take photographs, including any damage to the packaging, and email these to us ASAP.
Similarly, if an instrument develops a fault within 12 months of purchase in the course of normal use (though excluding fair wear and tear), please let us know, and we’ll replace it or refund the cost. It’s also very helpful for us to see photos of the issue as this gives us solid information for changing the design, the production method or the packing materials.
But please do contact us before returning any damaged or substandard items. Once we’ve approved their return, please send to: Drums for Schools Limited, 21 Shaftesbury Avenue, Burton Joyce NG14 5GL
We really appreciate your feedback in the case of faults (or if you think an instrument could be improved in any way) and we take all such feedback very seriously indeed.