Bamboo flute

The bamboo flute is a simple instrument constructed from an inexpensive, readily available wood.

Nontraditional wooden flutes are frequently found in ancient cultures, employed in ceremonies and worship. Today they are made and played for fun.

Flutes made of bamboo are also very important for Feng Shui.

Obviously, you won't find a flute made of bamboo or PVC pipe in a symphony orchestra, but you can have a lot of fun making and playing one of them.

Bamboo instruments are traditionally associated with primitive or folk cultures, particularly Japanese, Chinese, and southeast Asian, and are frequently a part of the culture's worship music.

Other non-metal materials are used for flute making, even glass, but these are typically novelties or works of art.

You could even make your own flute from bamboo. Why bother making such an instrument? It's fun and can be quite educational as well. Your flutist friends would love them as gifts, too. The wood is easy to obtain and inexpensive.

Concerned about the environment? This fast-growing wood replenishes itself extremely fast, so you can makes lots of practice instruments.

Bamboo is easily found, usually by looking in the phone book. You can also order it online. Depending on where you live, you may be able to grow it in your backyard!

How To Make Your Own Bamboo Flutes by Marek Gold

A complete step by step guide on making your own flute out of bamboo. All the ins and outs. Suitable for the beginner flute maker as well as the advanced. Models covered include the Shakuhachi, Side Blown, Native American Flute, Bamboo Sax and Recorder.

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Follow these instructions for making a flute from PVC pipe.

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