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These Quality Hand-Crafted Instruments are available through Bamboo Gardens and Music
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     Transverse Diatonic
                Flute


This instrument is the predecessor of the modern orchestral flute. It plays two and a half octaves.
Student model Key of C (piccolo), A, G, F, Eb $25
Student model Key of D (low; 21.5") $30
Pro Concert (Ebonized) Key of C,A,G,F,Eb $50
Pro Concert (Ebonized) Key of D (low) $75.
Pro Concert (Ebonized) Key of C (low) $75 (Call)

"For beginners we suggest starting on a four hole pentatonic (five note scale) to learn first as it will make learning the six hole diatonic scale transverse much easier"

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       Transverse Alto
       Pentatonic Flute


Flutes in the lower register are meditative and soothing. The term "Pentatonic" denotes that this flute is based on a five note scale.

Available in Mode 1 Pentatonic, in the keys of: B, C, D

(An example of Mode 1: in the Key of "C" the notes would be "C, Eb, F, G, Bb, C")

 

 

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     Amerind Slot Flute


This flute is the predecessor of the Native American
'Love Flute'.

A member of the block flute family, this instrument is available in Mode 1 F# Pentatonic.

Also available in these keys: C,A, Low D

Prices:
Student Model Key of C (piccolo), A,F#, $35
Student model Key of D    (low)  $42
Pro Concert Key of C,A,F,  $60
Pro Concert Key of D (low)   $80 (Call)

        Zen Shakuhachi  

Student Model Key of D (low 21.5") $80 (Call)
Pro Concert Root End Key of D $150 (Call)
Lower Pitch Pro Concert Root End Key of C,B, Bb $150 to $300 (Call)

The term "Shakuhachi" in Japanese means 1.8 feet. This flute is end-blown and has proven to be difficult (though not impossible) for most people to master. Its haunting, mysterious tones have lured many to play this challenging instrument.

Available in the traditional key of "D" Pentatonic Mode 1.

 

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Diatonic Pan Flute

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Student Model Key of C, Eb, G, (8 tube) $50
Pro Concert Key of C, Ev, G       (8 tube) $70

The panpipe (vertical flute) is one of the most ancient of the bamboo flutes. It is found in many traditional cultures, including Greek, Middle - Eastern, and Andean in South America.

The panpipe is a series of bamboo tubes tied together in ascending order of size. The longer the tube, the lower the pitch.

Available in 1 to 2 octaves, in these keys: C, G, Eb

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Student Model Key of C, G, Eb (6 tube) $35
Pro Concert Key of C, Ev, G (6 tube) $50

Available in 1 to 2 octaves in these keys: C, C#, G, and others upon request. Available in both Major and Minor scales.

 

 

 

 

  Transverse Staff Flute

Student Model $65

Pro Concert Staff (Ebonized) $125

This combination walking staff/transverse alto flute is 5' in length or more- it's an excellent companion for long hikes!

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    "Smoky Mountain Stream" 
      or  "Ancient Palenque"  

 

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If you would like to hear a particular flute before purchasing, call Greg and he will play it for you on the phone.
706-694-6409 or 706-280-9862

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Also available from Bamboo Gardens and Music:



Bass Transverse Flute, Didgeridoo, Raintree,
Quena, Bamboo Shakers

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