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Black Ebonite Bansuri, Key of C/F
$499.00 (out of stock)
To learn all about ebonite, you can read my blog article on the subject: What is Ebonite?
Curly Maple, Mystic Blue Quena, Key of G
$269.00 (out of stock)
New design! These quena are the result of many experiments over the years that have resulted in an instrument with superior tuning balance. Well balanced quena are nearly impossible to find, and I don’t believe you will find any quena that can match the intonation of this design.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Padauk Quenacho, Key of D w/inline holes
$249.00 (out of stock)
My standard quenacho typically has some offset holes for ergonomics (for players who play with the finger tips). This quencho is optimized for the piper’s grip, so it features inline holes.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Black Ebonite Quimera, Key of D
$399.00 (out of stock)
To learn all about ebonite, you can read my blog article on the subject: What is Ebonite?
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Bocote Quimera™, Key of D
$299.00 (out of stock)
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Bocote Quimera™, Key of D
$299.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Castelo Boxwood Quimera™, Key of C
$299.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Be advised that as with the xiao, the Quimera in the key of C requires a bit more reach and for most players it is necessary to use the traditional xiao grip to hold the flute comfortably. This is also called the “piper’s grip”. I recommend this technique for all xiao and Quimera, but your mileage may vary.
Castelo Boxwood is different from the true European Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens), but it gets its name from the amazing similarity between the woods. Fine-grained with a buttery texture and color, it is a personal favorite of mine for flute crafting. The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Castelo Boxwood Quimera™, Key of D
$299.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Castelo Boxwood is different from the true European Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens), but it gets its name from the amazing similarity between the woods. Fine-grained with a buttery texture and color, it is a personal favorite of mine for flute crafting. The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Chakte Kok Quimera™, Key of D
$289.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Cumberland/Brown Ebonite Quimera, Key of D
$499.00 (out of stock)
To learn all about ebonite, you can read my blog article on the subject: What is Ebonite?
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Curly Black Walut Quimera™, Key of C
$329.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Be advised that as with the xiao, the Quimera in the key of C requires a bit more reach and for most players it is necessary to use the traditional xiao grip to hold the flute comfortably. This is also called the “piper’s grip”. I recommend this technique for all xiao and Quimera, but your mileage may vary.
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Curly Black Walut Quimera™, Key of D
$329.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Curly Douglas Fir Quimera™, Key of C
$329.00 (out of stock)
Be advised that as with the xiao, the Quimera in the key of C requires a bit more reach and for most players it is necessary to use the traditional xiao grip to hold the flute comfortably. This is also called the “piper’s grip”. I recommend this technique for all xiao and Quimera, but your mileage may vary.
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Curly Douglas Fir Quimera™, Key of D
$329.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Curly Maple (stained) Quimera™, Key of C
$299.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Be advised that as with the xiao, the Quimera in the key of C requires a bit more reach and for most players it is necessary to use the traditional xiao grip to hold the flute comfortably. This is also called the “piper’s grip”. I recommend this technique for all xiao and Quimera, but your mileage may vary.
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Curly Maple (stained) Quimera™, Key of C
$299.00 (out of stock)
Be advised that as with the xiao, the Quimera in the key of C requires a bit more reach and for most players it is necessary to use the traditional xiao grip to hold the flute comfortably. This is also called the “piper’s grip”. I recommend this technique for all xiao and Quimera, but your mileage may vary.
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Maple (stained) Quimera™, Key of C
$249.00 (out of stock)
Be advised that as with the xiao, the Quimera in the key of C requires a bit more reach and for most players it is necessary to use the traditional xiao grip to hold the flute comfortably. This is also called the “piper’s grip”. I recommend this technique for all xiao and Quimera, but your mileage may vary.
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Maple (stained) Quimera™, Key of D
$249.00 (out of stock)
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Padauk Quimera™, Key of D
$249.00 (out of stock)
The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
NEW! Sapele Quimera™, Key of D
$249.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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The new hybrid Quimera™ fuses the robust tone of the Andean quenacho with the hugely versatile 8-hole scale of the Chinese xiao. Read more about this new creation HERE. Ergonomic finger hole offset for right-handed player.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Curly Douglas Fir Basketmaker, Key of Aflat
$369.00 (out of stock)
End blown seven-hole flute with pentatonic major scale, Key of Aflat.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Curly Maple (Mystic Blue) Mojave 5 Key of G (right-handed)
$329.00 (out of stock)
The Mojave series of flutes are minor-tuned end blown flutes, coming in 4-hole, 5-hole and 6-hole versions. Due to the scale intervals, the placement of the finger holes on the lower tuned versions means that they cannot be played using conventional fingering (six holes on top of the flute). The only key that comes in the 6-hole option is the key of B. Lower tunings come in a 5-hole version and the lowest tuning (low F#) comes in a 4-hole version. The five hole version is played covering two holes with each hand on the top of the flute, and using a thumb hole. This means that with the exception of the key of B, the Mojave only plays part of the minor scale, though it does play it across two plus octaves including some harmonic overtones.
The reach on this 5-hole version might be problematic for some players because the holes are quite far from the mouthpiece, so players with shorter arms or smaller hands might not be comfortable. I suggest contacting me for details on this matter before purchasing.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
(Thanks to long-time customer Adam Arthur for providing this sample of the Mojave in G!)
Bocote Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$629.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”!
Curly Douglas Fir Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$649.00 (out of stock)
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”!
Curly Redwood (resin-stabilized) Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$679.00 (out of stock)
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”!
East Meets West Series, Curly Maple Baroque-style Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$750.00 (out of stock)
Curly Maple (stained), 1.8 Key of D. Part of the new East Meets West Series of Baroque-style Asian flutes! Inspired by the gorgeous decorative style of Baroque flutes and recorders, this is the same great wine in a new bottle (it is the same shakuhachi design with a different appearance).
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”!
New! Simple Zen Shakuhachi, 1.6 Key of E
$279.00 (out of stock)
Crafted from hard maple and dyed to resemble bamboo, the Simple Zen shakuhachi is a fully realized shakuhachi that can be used for anything from meditation to serious Honkyoku. An affordable way to enter the world of the shakuhachi. To learn more about this flute, click HERE.
Note: there is minor variation in appearance and color from flute to flute, so your flute may not be an exact match with the pictured flutes, but it will be pretty close.
With all of my wooden flutes I recommend on of my Flute Care Kits for an additional $10, available at checkout.
New! Simple Zen Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$279.00 (out of stock)
Crafted from hard maple and dyed to resemble bamboo, the Simple Zen shakuhachi is a fully realized shakuhachi that can be used for anything from meditation to serious Honkyoku. An affordable way to enter the world of the shakuhachi. To learn more about this flute, click HERE.
Note: there is minor variation in appearance and color from flute to flute, so your flute may not be an exact match with the pictured flutes, but it will be pretty close.
With all of my wooden flutes I recommend on of my Flute Care Kits for an additional $10, available at checkout.
Steven Casano demonstrates Simple Zen Shakuhachi below.
New! Simple Zen Shakuhachi, 2.0 Key of C
$279.00 (out of stock)
Crafted from hard maple and dyed to resemble bamboo, the Simple Zen shakuhachi is a fully realized shakuhachi that can be used for anything from meditation to serious Honkyoku. An affordable way to enter the world of the shakuhachi. To learn more about this flute, click HERE.
Note: there is minor variation in appearance and color from flute to flute, so your flute may not be an exact match with the pictured flutes, but it will be pretty close.
With all of my wooden flutes I recommend on of my Flute Care Kits for an additional $10, available at checkout.
New! Simple Zen Shakuhachi, 2.4 Key of A
$329.00 (out of stock)
Crafted from hard maple and dyed to resemble bamboo, the Simple Zen shakuhachi is a fully realized shakuhachi that can be used for anything from meditation to serious Honkyoku. An affordable way to enter the world of the shakuhachi. To learn more about this flute, click HERE. The 2.4 has offset finger holes for better ergonomics (as do most large shakuhachi). The offset is for a right-handed player (using right hand on lower holes)
CAUTION: THE 2.4 TUNING IS A VERY LARGE FLUTE WITH A SUBSTANTIAL REACH AND LARGER THAN AVERAGE FINGER HOLES. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR BEGINNERS. IF YOU HAVE NEVER PLAYED A SHAKUHACHI OF THIS SIZE AND ARE UNSURE ABOUT YOUR ABILITY TO REACH THIS FLUTE, CONTACT ME FOR MORE DETAILS.
Note: there is minor variation in appearance and color from flute to flute, so your flute may not be an exact match with the pictured flutes, but it will be pretty close.
With all of my wooden flutes I recommend on of my Flute Care Kits for an additional $10, available at checkout.
Steven Casano demonstrates Simple Zen Shakuhachi below.
Boxwood Essential Flute, Key of D
$399.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Essential Flute, Key of D with lip plate. Normally the Essential Flute does not feature a lip plate, but I had a couple of beautiful pieces of wood that did not have quite enough girth (at the head of the flute) to make an Essential Flute, so I added a lip plate made from black ebonite. Despite the different appearance, these sound and perform exactly like my standard Essential Flutes.
The Essential Flute plays the diatonic major scale (do, re, mi) and has a 2.5 octave range with excellent intonation. Suitable for all types of music, including Irish Traditional. Ergonomically set up for a right-handed player (holding the foot of the flute toward your right). A highly versatile instrument.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Curly Maple Mystic Blue Essential Flute, Key of D
$399.00 (out of stock)
Essential Flute, Key of D with lip plate. Normally the Essential Flute does not feature a lip plate, but I had a couple of beautiful pieces of wood that did not have quite enough girth (at the head of the flute) to make an Essential Flute, so I added a lip plate made from black ebonite. Despite the different appearance, these sound and perform exactly like my standard Essential Flutes.
The Essential Flute plays the diatonic major scale (do, re, mi) and has a 2.5 octave range with excellent intonation. Suitable for all types of music, including Irish Traditional. Ergonomically set up for a right-handed player (holding the foot of the flute toward your right). A highly versatile instrument.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Curly Douglas Fir Xiao, Key of D/G
$529.00 (out of stock)
The xiao is not just for Chinese music (though it excels in that context). These are fully-realized open-holed flutes with a tremendous range, and are ideal for many forms of music. You can play in a wide variety of styles with a remarkable tonal range. A true, Desert Island Flute! You can learn more about the xiao HERE.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Thanks to Chris Rippey for sharing this original composition on a D/G xiao!
Curly Maple (stained) Compact Xiao, Key of D/G
$349.00 (out of stock)
I’m pleased to offer the new Compact Xiao! I wanted to make a xiao that was more convenient to carry as well as being easier to manufacture, thus allowing me to offer a fully functional xiao at a more affordable price. To understand how the Compact xiao differs from my traditional full-length xiao, visit the xiao page of this website: https://www.ellisflutes.com/world-flutes/xiao
The xiao is not just for Chinese music (though it excels in that context). These are fully-realized open-holed flutes with a tremendous range, and are ideal for many forms of music. You can play in a wide variety of styles with a remarkable tonal range. A true, Desert Island Flute! You can learn more about the xiao HERE.
For all flutes, I recommend one of my Flute Care Kits. They are only available as an add-on purchase at the time of checkout (after you have pressed the “Add to cart” button you will see the option for the care kit right along side and you have to select it from the menu).
Thanks to Chris Rippey for sharing this original composition on a D/G xiao!