2 Bells Mounted: B Flat
Made by Nienhuis Montessori · shipped by Heutink International (Netherlands) About the maker
B flat, the chromatic bell that completes the set alongside the four sharps. By the time a child is placing this one the work has changed character: it is no longer about hearing that two notes differ, but about hearing exactly how much, and ordering the whole chromatic run from lowest to highest without a single gap. Sold singly, so a set can be completed one bell at a time. Metal on a wooden base, for ages 3 to 6.
“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.”
The 2 Bells Mounted B Flat isolates a single pitch to refine auditory discrimination in young children.
- Develops acute pitch discrimination through repeated exposure to B Flat tone
- Builds auditory memory by comparing sounds produced moments apart
- Strengthens hand-eye coordination through precise striking movements
- Introduces the concept of musical notation through single pitch recognition
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These polished metal bells on wooden handles present the same tone twice, allowing children to discover the concept of 'same' through sound alone. Maria Montessori recognized that pitch discrimination develops most effectively when children can manipulate physical objects that produce consistent, clear tones. The B Flat bells' mounted design ensures precise sound production each time the child strikes them. By working with paired bells of identical pitch, children build the foundational listening skills necessary for later musical work. The metal domes create pure, resonant tones that capture attention while the wooden handles provide appropriate grip for small hands. This specific pitch isolation prepares children for the more complex work of matching different pitches in the full bell set.
How to present it
Follow the Montessori method of presentation for optimal child development.
Place both B Flat bells on a table mat, spacing them about 6 inches apart. Set a small striker beside each bell. Ensure the room is quiet enough for clear sound perception.
- 1
Strike the first bell gently with the striker, listening to the complete sound until it fades
Model holding the striker loosely between thumb and first two fingers - 2
Strike the second bell with the same gentle motion
Pause between strikes to allow full sound decay - 3
Return to the first bell and strike again, inviting the child to notice the similarity
Use minimal language - let the sound speak - 4
Invite the child to strike each bell, discovering they produce the same pitch
If needed, guide their hand to achieve gentle, centered strikes
Every Child Is a Little Creator
Heritage
Since 1929
In classrooms
Around the world
European brands
Nienhuis, GAM, Educo
AMI approved
To the association standard
2 Bells Mounted: B Flat
