{"product_id":"tambour-de-pan-by-theo-merigeau","title":"Theo Merigeau's Tambour de Pan Flute Kit BY BRAS","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTambour de Pan Flute Kit – BY BRAS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA complete flute kit designed for the performance of \u003cem\u003eTambour de Pan\u003c\/em\u003e by composer Théo Mérigeau.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTambour de Pan\u003c\/em\u003e is a work for solo percussion composed by \u003cstrong\u003eThéo Mérigeau\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2024, commissioned by the \u003cstrong\u003eEnsemble intercontemporain\u003c\/strong\u003e and originally performed by percussionist \u003cstrong\u003eAurélien Gignoux\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece combines an augmented drum kit with a unique family of air-powered instruments. The performer controls two groups of three flutes using foot pumps, while two additional water flutes are activated by plunging open plastic bottles into water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a highly physical instrument in which percussion, air, water and movement become part of the same musical gesture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the premiere, Théo Mérigeau and Aurélien Gignoux worked with instrument maker \u003cstrong\u003eNicolas Bras\u003c\/strong\u003e to develop a reliable and powerful version of the complete flute setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from PVC tubes and specially designed 3D-printed parts, the BY BRAS version is considerably louder than the original DIY prototype, allowing the flutes to balance more effectively with the drums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theomerigeau.com\/tutotambourdepan\/\"\u003eDiscover \u003cem\u003eTambour de Pan\u003c\/em\u003e and learn more about the flute setup on Théo Mérigeau’s website.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/otmani-editions.fr\/catalogue\/001-tambour-de-pan-theo-merigeau\"\u003eGet Tambour de Pan's Score here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo sets of pump-operated flutes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument includes \u003cstrong\u003etwo independent sets of three flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, each designed to be connected to a foot pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaying several flutes together produces rich and clearly audible acoustic beatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach set also comes with a \u003cstrong\u003ekit of interchangeable extensions\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003ecustom-made stopper\u003c\/strong\u003e. These elements make it possible to modify the resonating length of the flutes and produce the different notes and effects required by the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot pumps allow the percussionist to control the airflow directly with their feet and integrate the flutes into the physical choreography of the performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo water flutes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit also includes \u003cstrong\u003etwo water flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach flute is screwed onto an open plastic bottle. When the bottle is plunged into a container of water, the rising water pushes the air contained inside the bottle through the flute, causing it to sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe depth, speed and force of each movement provide precise control over the airflow and articulation. This allows the flutes to be played with the accuracy, dynamics and physical gestures of a percussion instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your version\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlutes Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version includes the complete set of specially made instruments required for the piece:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sets of three pump-operated flutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extension kits required for the different notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom-made stoppers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo water flutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated 3D-printed parts and connectors required to assemble the flute system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flutes are the most delicate and precise part of the setup to manufacture. Their sound depends on small construction details and perfectly airtight connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version contains all the musical parts made in the BY BRAS workshop while remaining relatively lightweight and easy to ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoot pumps, bottles and water containers are not included. These components are also essential for performing the piece, but they are easier to source locally or make yourself using readily available materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed information about the required accessories and how to complete the setup is available in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theomerigeau.com\/tutotambourdepan\/\"\u003eThéo Mérigeau’s construction and performance guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eComplete Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is the fully assembled, ready-to-use version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sets of three pump-operated flutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extension kits required for the different notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom-made stoppers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo water flutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo foot pumps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAir tubes and connectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo adapted plastic bottles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo water containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the parts required to assemble and use the complete system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll components are selected and precisely adjusted to work together. The airtight connections, airflow and positioning of the different elements are tested in the BY BRAS workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is ideal if you want a complete, reliable instrument without having to source, modify or adjust the additional components yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade for \u003cem\u003eTambour de Pan\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach flute is individually assembled and tested in the BY BRAS workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit was developed specifically for musicians preparing a performance of Théo Mérigeau’s \u003cem\u003eTambour de Pan\u003c\/em\u003e. It offers a powerful and dependable alternative to building the complete flute system from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e the musical score for \u003cem\u003eTambour de Pan\u003c\/em\u003e is not included with the kit. For information about the score and performance instructions, please contact composer Théo Mérigeau.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Instruments BY BRAS","offers":[{"title":"Complete Kit","offer_id":58597962744072,"sku":null,"price":401.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flutes only (no pumps, no bottles, no water containers)","offer_id":58597962711304,"sku":null,"price":312.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/9115\/0088\/files\/20250506_114655.jpg?v=1788420857","url":"https:\/\/instrumentsbybras.com\/products\/tambour-de-pan-by-theo-merigeau","provider":"Instruments BY BRAS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}