# Marimba Free

> Educational app detailing the history and uses of the marimba musical instrument. (iPhone/iPad app by Buzly Labs Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marimba-free/id520821356 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Buzly Labs Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/380854584)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 35 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 3.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-04-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marimba-free/id520821356/reviews.md

## What is Marimba Free?

The marimba is a musical instrument in the percussion family. Keys or bars (usually made of wood) are struck with mallets to produce musical tones. The keys are arranged as those of a piano, with the accidentals raised vertically and overlapping the natural keys (similar to a piano) to aid the performer both visually and physically.

The chromatic marimba was developed in southern Mexico and northern Guatemala from the diatonic marimba, an instrument whose ancestor was a type of balafon that African slaves built in Central America.

Modern uses of the marimba include solo performances, woodwind ensembles, marimba concertos, jazz ensembles, marching band (front ensembles), drum and bugle corps, and orchestral compositions. Contemporary composers have utilized the unique sound of the marimba more and more in recent years.

## Key features

- Marimba instrument description
- History of the marimba
- Development of the chromatic marimba
- Modern musical uses
- Arrangement of keys
- Percussion family instrument

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marimba-free/id520821356/reviews.md

### 1/5 — 😔

*2018-06-20*

I am disappointed, I played marimba in 5th grade and I was the best at it! And when I saw this app I was excited because I still knew some marimba songs, but this app is bad when I tap on the keys I can't hear anything, and the letters don't start from A the letters start from C

### 3/5 — Mystery

*2017-09-15*

Great app idea, maybe add a few more optives on the Marimba itself

### 5/5 — I like it

*2016-06-11*

This is good because I like percussion especially marimba because I don't have a marimba, I only have a xylopipes, so It is a good start from getting a bourne tenor, baritone, and big bass.

### 1/5 — Not making sounds

*2016-01-06*

What's up? My marimba is not making sounds! It has been fine in the past

### 2/5 — Well....

*2016-01-06*

THE BARS AREN'T CORRECT!!!!!!!!!! If the bars were correct, this would be a very awesome app. Just saying.

### 1/5 — NEVER PLAY THIS GAME

*2015-11-17*

It is so stupid and it also doesn't have any music to it when you hit a bar!!!!!!!

### 4/5 — Decent, lacking some features

*2014-04-05*

Ok. Cannot play multiple notes simultaneously, which is very common for this instrument

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2014-03-31, version 1.0*

Doesnt even look like a marimba.  no sharps or flats. useless

### 1/5 — Awful don't waste space dowloading it

*2013-12-15*

I got this app to practice scales for band class at school. I can not do that either because there are no sharps and flats very disappointed.My band teacher told us to find an app and this one was my choice.it didn't help at all.As soon as I got it I deleted it.Worse app I have purchased.

### 5/5 — Yay

*2013-12-14*

This marimba app actually sounds like a marimba, other marimba apps don't. I'm in marimba band so I like to practice at home with this app. Thanks I really enjoy it

## Frequently asked questions about Marimba Free

### What is Marimba Free?

Marimba Free is an educational application that provides detailed information about the marimba, a percussion instrument. It covers its history, development, and various modern musical applications.

### Is Marimba Free available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Marimba Free is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Android compatibility is not specified.

### How often is Marimba Free updated?

Marimba Free was last updated on April 25, 2012, with version 1.0. There have been no updates since its initial release.

### What is the age rating for Marimba Free?

Marimba Free has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and older users alike.

### What is the user rating for Marimba Free?

Marimba Free has a user rating of 2.8 stars based on 35 ratings.

### Can I play the marimba with Marimba Free?

Marimba Free is an informational app and does not function as a playable instrument. It focuses on educating users about the marimba.

### Is Marimba Free free to download?

Yes, Marimba Free is available for free download, with no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2012-04-25

No release notes.

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