Rainbow Tube Orchestra
Colourful tubes, one big screen and a room full of music in minutes.
About
Rainbow Tube Orchestra is a unique conference energiser that brings people together through uplifting group music. Within minutes, any meeting room becomes a vibrant orchestra, full of fast rhythms, cheering and fresh energy.
Everyone receives a set of tuned percussion tubes: lightweight, hollow plastic tubes in bright colours, each tuned to a different note by its length.
Following a high-tech visual interface on a big screen, participants work together to play a lively piece of music. Colour-coded blocks move across the screen, and players time their hits so that each note sounds as its block reaches the line.
As the session continues, the tempo and complexity increase. The blocks move faster, and teams must react more quickly to keep the rhythm building to a big finish. It is a cost-effective way to lift the mood and refocus a room before the next session of a conference or annual meeting.
Learning outcomes
Rainbow Tube Orchestra is short, simple and remarkably effective. In half an hour it lifts the energy of a tired audience and gets everyone smiling.
Playing in time requires focus and attention to the people nearby. Participants quickly realise that the music only works when they listen and react together.
Because nobody needs musical experience and the cues are visual, the activity is inclusive for multilingual audiences and for people of every age and background.
The rising tempo adds a playful challenge that mirrors how teams adapt as pace increases at work. The group finishes with a shared success, ready to engage fully with whatever comes next on the agenda. Many organisers use it right after lunch, when energy tends to dip.
Program flow
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Welcome
The host hands out the tuned percussion tubes and explains how the colour-coded cues on screen work.
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First notes
The room plays a simple tune together, learning to time each hit as its block reaches the line.
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Build the piece
The music becomes richer as more notes and rhythms are added to the performance.
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Speed up
The tempo rises, and everyone has to react faster to keep the rhythm going.
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Big finish
The whole room plays the final piece together at full speed, ending on a high.
What is included
Included
- Professional facilitators on the day
- Tuned percussion tubes for every participant
- Visual music interface
- Professional host
- Music tracks for the session
Not included
- Venue hire
- Catering and refreshments
- Projector, screen and sound system
- Coach transfers
- Branded materials
Frequently asked questions
How many participants can take part?
From 10 to 500, all playing together as one group.
How long does it last?
Around 30 minutes, ideal between conference sessions.
Do people need to read music?
No. Colour-coded cues on the screen show everyone exactly when to play.
Can it run indoors or outdoors?
It works best indoors, in a hotel function room, conference centre or large meeting space.
What do we need to provide?
A projector, screen and sound system, which most conference venues already have.
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