Patrick Olwell Flutes

I recently became the proud owner of an Olwell six key Blackwood (12/03), and I realize what all the fuss is about. The sound is full, warm, and attractive.
The intonation is the best on any old style flutes I've played. I've been playing on his bamboo flutes for several years also, and consider them the best around.

His contact info:
Patrick Olwell
Historic Woodwinds
P.O. BOX 117
Nellysford, VA. 22958
Pat has no website but he does have Email:
patolwell@aol.com


Michael Burke Pennywhistle Company

I own a complete set of Michael's whistles and endorse them
wholeheartedly. They have a wonderful smooth sound, excellent intonation, and he is excellent to work with.
I used his Low C extensively in The Alamo soundtrack, as well as his Low D, Eb, and high C. I used many of his high whistles on The Rookie soundtrack also, as well as many TV commercials and programs.

Michael Burke Pennywhistle Co.
389 Wells St.
Murphysboro, LI 62966
http://www.burkewhistles.com



Tim Liu Chinese Flutes - Dizi

Tim imports the finest Chinese bamboo flutes I have played. They are very well in tune to a western A=440, and sound wonderful. I use them in Lion King, and previously used them in Miss Saigon and many other projects. He is also the author of a terrific guide for the Dizi.
His webpage is: http://www.2measures.com



Jeffery Whittier Bansuri

Jeffery makes lovely Indian Bansuri, which are East Indian bamboo flutes. These tend to be lighter in weight than Pat Olwell's bamboo flutes, and as such I use them for different projects than Pat's. I use the Low A in Lion King, and I used other ones in Miss Saigon and many TV commercials. Jeff has no website but he does have Email: Bansijeff@aol.com



Tai Hei Shakuhachi

Monty Levinson makes truly wonderful shakuhachi that I have been playing now for about 14 years. Check out his website . There is an enormous amount on information about many facets of bamboo flute playing, as well as care for bamboo instruments. Also, a lot of interesting recordings.
Website: http://shakuhachi.com/


Beverly's Pan Flutes

Beverly Pugh gets all sorts of Panpipes. From expensive to cheap. I use all sorts of makes and models and have bought many from her. I don't know if she has a website, but her phone # is 856-455-1098. She plays them great, too. She is also an excellent classical flutist.


Casey Burns Flutes

Casey makes many types of replica flutes from the 19th century. I played one of his instruments for about a year and a half and found them to have a very good sound and excellent intonation. You should note that his standard "Pratten" instrument is far more comfortable to the hand than any other old style instrument, at least it's better than all the other ones I've played. He also makes a small hands model. I think it is the perfect instrument for a western trained flutist who is thinking of getting into the "Celtic Thing".
Website: www.caseyburnsflutes.com



Dana Sheridan Flutes

I've been playing a Sheridan 14k gold instrument for 17 years now and it's just part of me. Though now I'm spending most of my time playing wooden instruments, I would not think of parting with this instrument.
website: http://www.danasheridan.de



Early Double Reed Service

The legendary instrument builder, reed maker, player, and author. Check it out!
website: http://www.loraine.com Email: reeds@loraine.com



Larry Krantz Flute Pages
Larry has put together something like the "flute central" of the internet. All sorts of useful stuff - check it out by clicking on the link below.