Musical Mushrooms

Musical Mushrooms Outdoor Percussion Set – Whimsical Gong-Style Sound Sculptures

Playful, tactile, and rich in resonance, the Musical Mushrooms Outdoor Percussion Set brings charm and sensory wonder to outdoor music environments. With their sculptural mushroom form and inviting surfaces, these outdoor percussion instruments encourage players of all ages to strike, feel, and listen as deep, gong-like tones ripple outward. Each mushroom produces a single sustaining note with noticeable vibration feedback, creating a multisensory experience that blends sound, touch, and visual delight.

Installed individually or grouped as an ensemble, the Musical Mushrooms become a striking focal point. When played together, their layered tones create a mesmerizing, immersive soundscape—perfect for sensory gardens, playgrounds, and outdoor classrooms.

Key Features

• Gong-like, sustaining tones with strong tactile vibration feedback
• Individual note per mushroom supports tonal layering
• Three size options create visual and auditory variety
• Anodized aluminum caps ensure outdoor durability
• Whimsical sculptural form invites intuitive interaction
• Includes one mallet per mushroom for immediate play

Why Schools & Community Spaces Choose This…

• Encourages sensory-rich exploration through sound and vibration
• Appeals to a wide age range with playful, approachable design
• Creates visual interest alongside musical engagement
• Supports flexible layouts with single or grouped installations
• Built for durability in high-traffic outdoor environments

Educational Benefits

• Supports sensory integration through vibration and resonance
• Encourages cause-and-effect learning
• Promotes creative exploration and sound discovery
• Fosters collaborative play when used as an ensemble
• Builds confidence with intuitive, no-wrong-note interaction

Perfect For

• Playgrounds and outdoor classrooms
• Sensory gardens and therapeutic environments
• Community parks and nature play spaces
• Inclusive play areas
• Music gardens and sound exploration zones

Specifications

• Instrument Type: Outdoor percussion / gong-style sound sculpture
• Notes: One distinct note per mushroom
• Tonal Quality: Deep, sustaining, resonant
• Material: Anodized aluminum caps
• Mallets Included: One black mallet, 50 durometer, per mushroom
• Finished height may vary depending on mounting method.

Available Sizes

• Small: 26 1/2"H × 20 1/4"W × 19 7/8"D (67 cm × 51 cm × 50 cm)
• Medium: 28 1/8"H × 24 3/8"W × 24"D (71 cm × 62 cm × 61 cm)
• Large: 30 1/2"H × 27 7/8"W × 27 1/2"D (77 cm × 71 cm × 70 cm)

> The Musical Mushrooms pair beautifully with our Caterpillar, Flowers, and Butterflies - or can stand alone to add a touch of whimsy wherever installed. 

Replacement Mallets: Hybrid Mallet, Black 50A w/22” Cable

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