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Chimes of Java

Name: Chimes of Java
Brand: Woodstock Chimes
SKU: JWS
Price: 180.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$180.00

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SKU: JWS

Description

This exotic-sounding wind chime is tuned to the scale of the gamelan degung. This deep-sounding wind chime takes you to the volcanic South Pacific, where magical music is heard every day on the Indonesian island of Java. Tuned to the gamelan degung's musical scale (suggested by the pioneer American composer/instrument builder, Lou Harrison), the Javanese orchestra's intrinsically beautiful music combines simple elements to produce intricate textures. This lush, shimmering sound captivated and inspired musicians from the West such as Claude Debussy and Erik Satie. Satie first heard a Javanese gamelan orchestra play at the Paris Exposition of 1889 and incorporated its hypnotic effects in his exotic work, Gnossienne. The Chimes of Java will inspire and hypnotize you as you listen to its mysterious melodies.

Product Properties

Cherry finish ash wood

Six silver aluminum tubes

Removable windcatcher for easy customization

Overall Length: 50 inches - Diameter: 8 inches

Boxed Weight: 5.7 lb.

Made in China

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Haunting Beautiful Chimes of Java

The chimes now hang from my pergola in my backyard. The deep, rich tones capture Javanese Gamelan music. Everyone comments that they are wonderful, lovely, and invite relaxation.

Thank you so much, Rhonda! We’re thrilled to hear how much you’re enjoying the Chimes of Java®. The way you described them—hauntingly beautiful with deep, rich tones that echo the spirit of Javanese Gamelan music—captures exactly what we hoped to convey with this chime.

It sounds like they’ve found the perfect home on your backyard pergola, creating a peaceful, inviting atmosphere for you and your guests. We’re honored to know they’ve become a source of beauty and relaxation.

Thank you again for your thoughtful words and 5-star review—we truly appreciate your support!

Woodstock Chimes

Beautiful and Relaxing

I received the Woodstock Java Chimes as a gift and have enjoyed them every day.

Hello Norma,

We’re so grateful for your 5-star review and thrilled to hear you’re enjoying your Woodstock Java Chimes!

What a wonderful gift! We love knowing that the soothing tones of your chimes bring beauty and relaxation to your daily life. Thank you for sharing your experience—we hope they continue to bring peaceful moments for years to come.

Woodstock Chimes

Poorly Constructed

Shocked to see how badly these chimes were constructed. Strings are unevenly located. Strings are connected with nails rather than through-holes. The center dong wasn’t hitting one pipe that was offset from the others. The way it was constructed you can’t even rebuild it when the strings eventually break. I bought these same chimes 20 years ago and compared the construction. There was a clear decline in workmanship.

Chimes of Java sound great!

For the audiation (and theory) inclined, it’s a beautiful Major 7 sus chord….sort of. Since the third is present, there are nice minor seconds between 3-4, and 7-8. It’s lovely.

Love the deeper sounds

Love the deeper sounds

Chimes of Java

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