How Do You Test A Native American Flute?
Native American flutes, especially those of the Great Plains tribes, are making a comeback among both Native American and nonnative musicians. Traditionally, Native American flutes were played by men. Their original purpose is uncertain, but from some time before contact with Europeans, flutes were played as part of a courtship ritual. In modern times there are increasing numbers of women playing Native American flutes. Although many Native American flute players make their own flutes, there are also several flute-makers who sell their flutes online and in stores. If you decide to buy a flute, you should try playing several different flutes to find the one that’s right for you. Check the length of the flutes at which you look. The right flute for you is traditionally the length from your armpit to your wrist, but you may choose instead to buy a shorter one. Examine flutes made from several different woods. Flutes made from soft woods, such as red cedar and fir, have a different timbre
