# Joko's Xylophone

> Learn African and Guatemalan xylophone music through interactive challenges. (iPhone/iPad app by Cultural Infusion (Int) Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jokos-xylophone/id1363811470 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cultural Infusion (Int) Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1128067034)
- Category: Education, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 151 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-05-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jokos-xylophone/id1363811470/reviews.md

## What is Joko's Xylophone?

Joko’s Xylophone is an app that celebrates beautiful wooden tune percussion. Featuring 3 instruments; the Balafon and Gyil of Sub-Saharan Africa and the Marimba, the national musical instrument of Guatemala.
 
Through game based challenges you can learn to play songs that stretch across Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso and Ghana and over to Guatemala. Retrace a musical journey across Africa and on to the Americas.
 
The Balafon is one of the instruments of the Mande Jeli, otherwise known as Griots. Through our unique guidebook let us introduce you to the descendants of a tradition of bards dating back to the ancient advanced empires of Ghana, Mali and Songhay.  These master artists record and recite histories and retell them through song.   

By purchasing Joko’s Xylophone, you are supporting our work with young people in impoverished communities.  5% of all the proceeds from Joko’s Xylophone go directly to our international program

## Key features

- Wooden percussion instruments
- Balafon, Gyil, and Marimba
- Game-based song challenges
- Musical journey across continents
- Guidebook to musical traditions
- Support for youth programs


## Frequently asked questions about Joko's Xylophone

### What instruments can I play on Joko's Xylophone?

Joko's Xylophone features three beautiful wooden tune percussion instruments: the Balafon and Gyil from Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Marimba, the national musical instrument of Guatemala.

### How does Joko's Xylophone help me learn music?

The app uses game-based challenges to teach you how to play songs. You can retrace a musical journey across Africa and on to the Americas, learning traditional melodies.

### What is the age rating for Joko's Xylophone?

Joko's Xylophone has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners and children interested in music.

### Is Joko's Xylophone available on Android devices?

Currently, Joko's Xylophone is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. Information on Android availability is not provided.

### When was Joko's Xylophone last updated?

The latest version of Joko's Xylophone is 3.1.1, and it was last updated on March 7, 2021. This indicates a consistent update schedule from the developer.

### Does Joko's Xylophone have ads?

No, Joko's Xylophone does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.

### What is the user sentiment for Joko's Xylophone?

Based on the available data, Joko's Xylophone has received a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from one user rating, indicating very positive user sentiment.

### Does purchasing Joko's Xylophone support any causes?

Yes, 5% of all proceeds from Joko's Xylophone go directly to supporting the developer's international program that works with young people in impoverished communities.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 3.1.1 — 2021-03-07

updated for ios13+

### 3.1 — 2021-01-27

new version iOS 13

### 3 — 2019-05-17

improved gameplay features
new challenges

### 1.0 — 2019-04-30

No release notes.

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