RAV Vast B Onoleo

RAV Vast B Onoleo has a very special place among all RAV Vast sales that we produce – it has an exotic Arabian sound. For experienced musicians this tongue drum will become a great challenge as well as a source for inspiration.

B Onoleo’s note progression differs a lot from western music culture. Instead of just going up side by side, it has a literally alternating pattern to it. The tongues are tuned in 2nd, 3rd and 4th octaves and the scale also has a few sharp notes(F#3-G3, D#4-E4, F#4-G4). That’s what makes it a challenging drum for beginners as you need to think ahead which note you are going to tap next.

The abundance of sharp notes makes it a great instrument for composing. However, it is not suitable for meditation or yoga sessions. According to the meditation music theory, the chakras have a strong correlation with the notes – but only with the natural ones (A-B-C). These notes have a soothing effect on the body and soul. Thus, sharp notes or half tones can not reach the same effect.

The B Onoleo scale is close to the harmonic B Major scale. It’s an intermediate step between harmonic minor and diatonic major that partakes of both of these scales.

For whom this scale will work

This a great scale for the upper-intermediate and advanced players. It has a very specific voice and due to the amount of half tones can be challenging and require regular practice. To master RAV B Onoleo is like taming a falcon. The process requires a lot of time and patience and can seem to be a challenge at first. But the result is worth it! Imagine how proud you would be when the prideful and irrepressible B Onoleo becomes your best friend.

A sophisticated musician will love getting some wonderful tones out of the instrument. It will work both for handpan and tongue drum players, and for those who have basic knowledge of music theory. If you have a musical background with string or key instruments you will also be able to manage the B Onoleo steel drum.

There is a good number of percussion techniques that you can learn while playing the B Onoleo. This scale can improve your improvising skills as well. It’s easy to improvise with a harmonious scale but it’s the next level when you have to deal with a good number of halftones.

The B Onoleo was born for solo playing. Its authentic voice should be in the center of attention. Nevertheless, there is an instrument that you can pair it with. It is B Kurd RAV Vast. This drum is also tuned in B and creates a similar musical atmosphere.

We recommend playing this scale with hands rather than mallets. In this case you will have total control of the power and density of the sound and will be able to unleash the full potential of this scale.

Most RAV Vast steel drums are suitable to accompany meditation practices or yoga sessions. But B Onoleo is not. Its voice is too authentic and evocative which does not soothe and calm but, on the contrary, keeps the listeners on their toes. So keep it in mind if your aim is buying a meditative scale.