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Curly Cherry Bansuri, Key of D (tonic G)
$350.00 (out of stock)
Curly Cherry Bansuri, Key of D (tonic G) with African Blackwood lip plate.
*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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your wooden flute. For ebonite flutes, do not use steel wool--only wax and soft cloth.
Listen to the amazing Joshua Geisler demonstrate the D/G bansuri below.
Curly Maple Mystic Blue Bansuri, Key of D (tonic G)
$350.00 (out of stock)
Mystic Blue Curly Maple Bansuri, Key of D (tonic G) with African Blackwood lip plate.
*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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your wooden flute. For ebonite flutes, do not use steel wool--only wax and soft cloth.
Listen to the amazing Joshua Geisler demonstrate the D/G bansuri below.
Roasted Curly Maple Bansuri, Key of B (tonic E)
$400.00 (out of stock)
Stunning piece of roasted curly maple that has been vacuum stabilized, featuring an African blackwood lip plate. Key of B, tonic E.
NOTE: This is the largest bansuri that I make, and for those who are familiar with this tuning you will know that these require quite a reach. Not recommended for beginners or players with smaller hands. If you have any doubts about the reach, contact me to discuss before purchase.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to the amazing Joshua Geisler demonstrate the B/E bansuri below.
NEW! Cherry Quena, Key of G
$275.00 (out of stock)
Cherry Quena, Key of G. 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your wooden flute. For ebonite flutes, do not use steel wool–only wax and soft cloth.
Ashley Jarmack demonstrates quena in G!
NEW! Cherry Quenacho, Key of D
$300.00
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Cherry Quenacho, Key of D w/ergonomic finger hole layout for comfort (right hand on lower holes). For players with smaller hands or limited reach, these might be a bit much. You can effectively play with piper’s grip, which helps a lot.
The quenacho is a six hole flute (there is a small thumb hole that acts as a register hole, but it does not play a note) tuned to the diatonic major scale, just like the quena.
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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your wooden flute. For ebonite flutes, do not use steel wool–only wax and soft cloth.
Listen to Ashley Jarmack performing on one of these new quenacho in the video below.
Curly Douglas Fir Basketmaker, Key of Bflat (Right-handed)
$350.00 (out of stock)
Rare Curly Douglas Fir Basketmaker, Key of Bflat 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! Alaskan Yellow Cedar Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$300.00
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Alaskan Yellow Cedar rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
NEW! Cherry Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$300.00
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Cherry rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
NEW! Pacific Quilted Maple Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$300.00
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Pacific Quilted Maple (dyed) rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
NEW! Pacific Quilted Maple Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$300.00
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Pacific Quilted Maple rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
NEW! Roasted Curly Maple Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$325.00
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Roasted Curly Maple rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
NEW! Roasted Curly Maple Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$325.00
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Roasted Curly Maple rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
NEW! Roasted Curly Maple Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$325.00
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Roasted Curly Maple rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
NEW! Roasted Curly Maple, Magen Avot Rim Blown Flute, Key of C (right-handed)
$300.00 (out of stock)
Roasted Curly Maple rim blown flute featuring the Magen Avot 7-hole scale (has a thumb hole), with ergonomic hole placement for right-handed player. Beautiful and exotic tuning in the key of C. Note: the finger hole spacing makes it advisable to use the piper’s grip on the lower holes, using the little finger for the bottom hole. Fingering chart included with this tuning.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to a short sample of the Magen Avot scale (excuse the simple playing—a more professional sample will be coming soon!)
Redwood Rim Blown Flute, Key of F# (right-handed)
$300.00 (out of stock)
Salvaged Old Growth Redwood, Key of F# (pentatonic major scale). This is the same flute as the Basketmaker, only without a thumb hole (which is very tricky on a flute this big). This is the flute that Scott August plays in his amazing piece “Quiet Journey” which you can see below.
PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE ORDERING. This flute is not covered by my normal return policy. This is a very large flute and at least half of the players who try it cannot reach the finger holes comfortably. I will provide you detailed information to help you determine if you can play it, but once it is determined that you can reach the flute I will only consider a return on a case-by-case basis. I’m sorry to be so strict about this, but this has been a problem in the past and has obliged me to alter my policy. I get a lot of requests for this flute, but be forewarned that it is a stretch, even for tall players.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Roasted Curly Maple Basketmaker, Key of Aflat (right-handed)
$325.00 (out of stock)
Roasted Curly Maple Basketmaker, key of Aflat (right-handed).
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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool (not for ebonite flutes) and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute.
Sorry! The only sound sample at this time is in the key of A and not Aflat. So you can hear the Basketmaker that is a half-step higher in pitch than this flute.
Bocote Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$600.00 (out of stock)
Bocote Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D. Weight: 386 grams
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”! The sound sample is just above the embedded video (they are sort of close together).
Curly Maple (stained) Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$575.00 (out of stock)
Curly Maple (stained) Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D.
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”!
Green Ebonite Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$13.00 (out of stock)
Glorious green ebonite shakuhachi! 1.8, Key of D. Weight: 450grams (16 oz.). For players unfamiliar with ebonite, I strongly encourage you to read my blog entry on the subject. It is a truly amazing material for woodwinds of all kinds, and it is all-natural (not plastic or synthetic). Waterproof, stable and demonstrating superior acoustic properties.
Making ebonite is as much art as science, and colored ebonite is very expensive (but worth it!), and the finishing process is much more labor intensive than wood. The extra cost for materials and labor is reflected in the price of these flutes.
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”!
NEW! East Meets West Series Baroque-style Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$775.00 (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”!
Rare Curly Douglas Fir Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$750.00 (out of stock)
Gorgeous Curly Douglas Fir Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D. It is highly unusual for me to find Curly Douglas Fir in dimensions that will allow me to make a shakuhachi. It is a rare wood to begin with (not commercially available) and even more so for something like this.
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”!
Roasted Curly Maple Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$600.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Luthier grade roasted curly maple with dense figure. Weight: 247 grams.
For all wooden 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute. Not for use on ebonite flutes.
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”!
Smokey Ebonite Shakuhachi, 1.8 Key of D
$13.00 (out of stock)
Mysterious smokey ebonite shakuhachi! 1.8, Key of D. Weight: 450grams (16 oz.) For players unfamiliar with ebonite, I strongly encourage you to read my blog entry on the subject. It is a truly amazing material for woodwinds of all kinds, and it is all-natural (not plastic or synthetic). Waterproof, stable and demonstrating superior acoustic properties.
Making ebonite is as much art as science, and colored ebonite is very expensive (but worth it!), and the finishing process is much more labor intensive than wood. The extra cost for materials and labor is reflected in the price of these flutes.
*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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool and instructions for maintaining the finish on your wooden flute. For ebonite flutes, do not use steel wool--only wax and soft cloth.
Listen to the incomparable Zac Zinger perfrom the traditional Kinko style honkyoku piece “Takiochi”!
Bocote Essential Flute, Key of D
$399.00 (out of stock)
Bocote, key of D. The Essential Flute is ideal for both Celtic music and World music of all kinds. Diatonic major tuning. Featuring a tapered head bore for improved intonation and projection. Ergonomic embouchure hole placement for right-handed player. The newest version of the Essential Flute features additional enhancements for improved performance and continuity of tone. You can read about it 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool (not for ebonite flutes) and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute.
Listen to Blayne Chastain of the Irish Flute Store demonstrating the D!
Curly Maple Essential Flute, Key of D
$399.00 (out of stock)
Curly Maple, key of D. The Essential Flute is ideal for both Celtic music and World music of all kinds. Diatonic major tuning. Featuring a tapered head bore for improved intonation and projection. Ergonomic embouchure hole placement for right-handed player. The newest version of the Essential Flute features additional enhancements for improved performance and continuity of tone. You can read about it 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool (not for ebonite flutes) and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute.
Listen to Blayne Chastain of the Irish Flute Store demonstrating the D!
Curly Maple Essential Flute, Key of Eflat
$399.00 (out of stock)
Curly Maple, Key of Eflat. The Essential Flute is ideal for both Celtic music and World music of all kinds. Diatonic major tuning. Featuring a tapered head bore for improved intonation and projection. Ergonomic embouchure hole placement for right-handed player. The newest version of the Essential Flute features additional enhancements for improved performance and continuity of tone. You can read about it 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool (not for ebonite flutes) and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute.
Listen to Blayne Chastain of the Irish Flute Store demonstrating the Eflat!
NEW! The Essential Flute (updated design), Hawthorne, Key of Eflat
$399.00
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Hawthorne, key of Eflat. Hawthorne is an unusual and hard to find timber that is not commercially available. Very similar to boxwood. Featuring a black ebonite foot cap. The Essential Flute is ideal for both Celtic music and World music of all kinds. Diatonic major tuning. Featuring a tapered head bore for improved intonation and projection. Ergonomic embouchure hole placement for right-handed player. The newest version of the Essential Flute features additional enhancements for improved performance and continuity of tone. You can read about it 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). The care kit includes the recommended wax, fine steel wool (not for ebonite flutes) and instructions for maintaining the finish on your flute.
Listen to Blayne Chastain of the Irish Flute Store demonstrating the Eflat!
NEW! Updated design. Bocote Xiao, Key of F/Bflat
$600.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Bocote Xiao, Key of F/Bflat. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Audio sample for F is pending, but in this video you can hear the F xiao being demonstrated at the 15:25 mark.
NEW! Updated design. Chakte Kok Xiao, Key of F/Bflat
$550.00
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Chakte Kok, Key of F. Also known as Redheart. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Audio sample for F is pending, but in this video you can hear the F xiao being demonstrated at the 15:25 mark.
NEW! Updated design. Chakte Kok Xiao, Key of F/Bflat
$550.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Chakte Kok, Key of F. Also known as Redheart. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Audio sample for F is pending, but in this video you can hear the F xiao being demonstrated at the 15:25 mark.
NEW! Updated design. Curly Douglas Fir Xiao, Key of B/E
$625.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Rare and beautiful Curly Douglas Fir, Key of B/E. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of B!
NEW! Updated design. Curly Douglas Fir Xiao, Key of B/E
$625.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Rare and beautiful Curly Douglas Fir, Key of B/E. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of B!
NEW! Updated design. Curly Douglas Fir Xiao, Key of C/F
$625.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Rare and beautiful Curly Douglas Fir, Key of C/F. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of C!
NEW! Updated design. Curly Douglas Fir Xiao, Key of C/F
$625.00 (out of stock)
Rare and beautiful Curly Douglas Fir, Key of C/F. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of C!
NEW! Updated design. Curly Douglas Fir Xiao, Key of D/G
$625.00 (out of stock)
Rare and beautiful Curly Douglas Fir, key of D/G. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of D!
NEW! Updated design. East Meets West Series, Maple Baroque-style xiao, key of D/G
$750.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Maple, one-piece, key of D/G. 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 new xiao design with a different appearance). This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of D!
NEW! Updated design. East Meets West Series, Curly Maple Baroque-style xiao, 3-piece tunable, key of C/F
$1,050.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Densly figured curly maple with black ebonite rings, key of C/F. Three-piece body with corked joints. The top joint provides limited tuning ability adequate to most ensemble situations. 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 new xiao design with a different appearance). This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of C!
NEW! Updated design. East Meets West Series, Maple Baroque-style xiao, key of C/F
$750.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Maple, one-piece xiao, key of C/F. 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 new xiao design with a different appearance). This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of C!
NEW! Updated design. Maple (faux bamboo) Xiao, Key of B/E
$550.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Maple (faux bamboo dye technique), Key of B. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Audio sample for B is pending, but in this video you can hear the B xiao being demonstrated at the 6 1/2 minute mark.
NEW! Updated design. Maple (faux bamboo) Xiao, Key of C/F
$550.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Maple (faux bamboo dye technique), Key of C. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of C!
NEW! Updated design. Maple (faux bamboo) Xiao, Key of D/G
$550.00 (out of stock)
Maple (faux bamboo dye technique), Key of D. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of D!
NEW! Updated design. Maple (faux bamboo) Xiao, Key of E/A
$550.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Maple “faux bamboo”, key of E/A. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene demonstrating the Bflat in this video at the 13:20 mark.
NEW! Updated design. Maple (faux bamboo) Xiao, Key of E/A
$550.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Maple “faux bamboo”, key of E/A. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene demonstrating the Bflat in this video at the 13:20 mark.
NEW! Updated design. Stained Boxwood Xiao, Key of D/G
$700.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Genuine Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens), stained, Key of D. Boxwood is a wonderful wood for flutes, but it is very costly (which is reflected in the price). Finding pieces long enough to make a xiao is not easy!
This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene performing on the new xiao design in the key of D!
NEW! Updated design. Stained Boxwood Xiao, Key of F/Bflat
$700.00
(temporarily unavailable)
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Genuine boxwood (Buxus sempervirens), stained, Key of F. Boxwood is a wonderful wood for flutes, but it is very costly (which is reflected in the price). Finding pieces long enough to make a xiao is not easy!
This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Audio sample for F is pending, but in this video you can hear the F xiao being demonstrated at the 15:25 mark.
NEW! Updated design. Curly Maple Xiao, Key of Bflat/Eflat
$600.00
(temporarily unavailable)
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Check back in a few minutes to see if it's still in stock
Curly Maple (stained) key of Bflat/Eflat. This xiao is lower than average, and the reach is slightly greater than the mid-range tunings. Piper’s grip is required for most players. This new narrow bore xiao design brings a richer harmonic spectrum and improved intonation. Redesigned mouthpiece with ebonite cap. To learn more about how the new design came about, check out my blogs: Revisiting the Xiao. and Keene on the 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).
Listen to Connor Keene demonstrating the Bflat in this video at the 3:21 mark.