marimba
noun
ma·rim·ba
mə-ˈrim-bə 
: a xylophone of southern Africa and Central America with resonators beneath each bar
also
: a modern form of this instrument
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Yoyo Wu, a marimba player at Canyon Crest Academy, was selected as the winner of the Caneva Scholarship.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2025
The music is as eclectic as ever, including the opening night with the Zimbabwean singer and marimba player Blessing Bled Chimanga.
—Bret Saunders, Denver Post, 5 May 2025
A little cheesy with its slow-dance island vibes, including Ray Cooper on marimba, but beautifully orchestrated.
—Shana Naomi Krochmal, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
In addition to his flute playing, Victor has made notable contributions to the marching band, performing on marimba in the front ensemble for the past two years.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2025
The music is as eclectic as ever, including the opening night with the Zimbabwean singer and marimba player Blessing Bled Chimanga.
—Bret Saunders, Denver Post, 5 May 2025
A little cheesy with its slow-dance island vibes, including Ray Cooper on marimba, but beautifully orchestrated.
—Shana Naomi Krochmal, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
In addition to his flute playing, Victor has made notable contributions to the marching band, performing on marimba in the front ensemble for the past two years.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
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marimba
noun
ma·rim·ba
mə-ˈrim-bə
: a musical instrument resembling a xylophone but with tubes under each bar to help increase the sound
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