And what books should I get for my 17-Note Kalimba? Click on image to download a PDF of these three tuning charts   When Hugh Tracey started making his 17-Note Treble kalimbas in South Africa in 1954, the instruments had one out of every three tines painted, on each side of the kalimba. These Treble … Continue reading How Should I Paint the Tines on My 17-Note Kalimba?