How Do You Play North American Native Flutes?
Native American flutes are either hand-crafted by American Indians or crafted to resemble flutes created by American Indians. These flutes are simply fashioned of wood. Not just used for decoration, they can be played just as any flute can be played. Although Native American flutes can be tuned to different keys, the key of C is one of the most common and easiest to play. Learning to play a Native American flute is as easy as learning to play other flutes, and uses many of the same techniques. Locate a fingering chart for your Native American flute. If you have a flute specially made, the flute maker will often provide a chart. You can also find Native American flute fingering charts online at no cost. A fingering chart will show you where to place your fingers to make the notes on a Native American flute. Check to see if your flute is a five- or six-hole flute, and be sure to use the appropriate chart. Practice making the notes on your Native American flute by reading your chart. A fl
