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
Ararat Music: Duduks and other Armenian
Woodwinds
These are truly outstanding instruments. The Duduks, Shvi (a 'shepherds' fipple flute), and the
Bloul (a nay type flute), are top quality. Indeed, the best I've tried of their types.
http://www.araratmusiconline.com/index.html
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.
