I got a five hole flute and struggled to play the notes written on paper, but found I could play effortlessly the songs I could hear in my mind. I have not been able to do this with other instruments. Thanks for all the tips you freely share Jonny.
You can learn to adapt standard flute diagrams to a five hole flute, but it will take some practice. But improvising is a wonderful way to enjoy this instrument too.
I don't comment much ever. BUT I'm 65 bought a Sparrow hawk from High Spirits 4 years ago, first one I owned. Watching UA-cam videos I can Now play lots of songs Even a couple of John Denver tunes I Play almost every Day now !!
Just a short while ago, the flute I got was decided for me by what I found pre-owned. A High Spirits F# in walnut that I could get in my country (fortunately in a near new condition, only the rubber band had turned into goo 😂). Thank you for the video. 🙂
Good luck on your flute journey. If you want help getting started, our Beginning Your Journey Course (www.horizonsflutestore.com/products/beginning-flute-course) will help create a solid foundation for you to build upon.
Wow. I was just practicing on my flute tonight after work and was thinking I should go watch one of your videos to help me out. Wishing you had some lessons I could follow. Thank you Johnny!!!! ❤
We have an entire online learning platform (www.horizonsfluteschool.com) with many lessons available under one membership, or individual courses can be purchased separately.
I'm so excited. I have been drawn to the native American flute sounds. Just this morning I had a thought that I wanted to learn a musical instrument. I have tried the piano and the guitar and the ukulele and nothing has stuck or felt right. I knew this morning that the native American flute was the right one for me. I'm really looking forward to your videos and learning more. This video really helped me understand the sounds and where I want to start and just some of the basics. Thank you thank you thank you
I am glad you found this helpful. If you are serious about getting started, there is no better resource than our starter package www.horizonsflutestore.com/pages/thank-you
I love this video I have one suggestion to add! When you are talking about fingerings, you rightly talk about the pinky fingers. It's so important (as you say) to not curl your pinky fingers. This will tighten up the rest of the fingers. Mu suggestion is: Rest your pinky fingers on the flute. This will give you leverage, especially when playing an all holes open note.. In the right hand, this will come naturally to those who have studied western concert flute. If the pinky fingers are resting on the flute, all the other fingers will be less tense.
My first time out of the gate i thought something is wrong with my flute, it won't make sounds lol. I gave up on it. Fast forward a few years, I found the flute, picked it up and blew and discovered that the flute was fine. So I bought books, looked at tab and wasn't very good. When I don't think about it at all and just improvise, it sounds great. Very intuitive instrument indeed.
Welcome to the instrument and to the channel. Be sure you check out our website for everything you would ever need to help you along your journey. (www.horizonsflutestore.com)
You are very welcome. This was just a small quick lesson. The full beginner's course can be found here: www.horizonsflutestore.com/products/beginning-flute-course
Im glad I saw this before I bought my flute. You helped me make the right decision. Thank you so much. 🙏🏼 Now I’m going to binge the rest of your videos! 😂
@18:20 I started playing clarinet the same time you started flute. You’re right, we had maybe 5% of the resources available to us compared to the newer generations. UA-cam being a major one!!! Anyway, your comment on that made me think back to nostalgic times where getting certain recordings and sheet music was tedious if not nearly impossible 😂
Hi Jonny, when I heard you play the pre owned bamboo wolf flute G, I knew that one was made for me! It was clear in tone and so expressive. I just received it while I was watching your video. I opened the box, took it out, it's beautiful! I repeated the song you were playing, the sound struck me so profoundly, that I started to weep. This is a tool of spiritual growth as well as healing for others I don't even know yet. Thankyou for being the instrument through which this gift has come to me. Blessings🌟
Subbed immediately #1. Because you’re so nice to give us pointers on the different flutes & #2. Because you actually pay attention to the people that comment. UA-cam people need to learn from you! They post a video and walk away. 😢 Thank you for caring so much. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Delighted to find you! I just bought 3 flutes second hand for Euros 130. One high spirits mid range A 432 hz, one large f ancient territories @432 hz and a cheaper plastic f# from muzikkon. With loads of books. I’m creating meditative music and sounds for a palliative care research project where we are going to use nature based virtual reality experiences to hopefully remove the symptom burden often experienced toward end of life. I played the recorder years ago and have basics but I think once I’ve played around a bit I will definitely pick up one of your courses. I am desperate to read music notation and I feel that I really need to become more intuitive with the instrument instead. Thanks for all your online content it’s so helpful ❤
That sounds great. Welcome to this fantastic instrument. Remember that traditional sheet music isn't necessary or common with these instruments. There is a specifc tabulature system for the flutes as well as fingering diagrams.
I’m a bit more intermediate and yet this beginner’s class was great for me. I’ve been a bit stuck on the same notes for a year and am seeking to experience a little more creativity. Thanks Jonny and I’ll look up your classes. You make it look so easy.
When you're ready, you should consider the Horizons Plus membership. 10 live (on Zoom) events each month and access to 180 lesson modules and event replays. It's more flute knowledge than you ever dreamed of.
Hello Jonny. You will remember me. I'm the lazy one. Hope all is well with you and Family. I been searching the Metal detecting hobby. I'm still playing a little (flute). Thanks for the reminders.
I am starting to save $$ to buy some instruments to play for my volunteer hospice/bedridden patients and so far have 2 tongue drums, and just bought two Native American flutes (on EBay.) 😮 🤓 Yes, it was a crapshoot, but … If you think you can’t play a flute like he has - think twice. I am watching videos and sound amazing after just 10 days! (I do recommend buying his flutes, or something reliable and not eBay. 😢) One of my flutes from EBay sounds like a cat being baptized. 😝 Thank you for mentioning the different places to give back to society. I was like, “Yea…that’s what I do!!” 🥳🥳🥳 #PayItForward #Volunteer #GiveCaregiversABreak
Very informative! As a saxophone player it there are some things that are similar. So from a Mid C flute to a lower C flute the lower the note the bigger the instrument and vice versa? I have always loved the sound of the native flute and now I will be considering getting one soon.
Correct. Just like Saxophones, the bigger the flute the lower the tone, for the most part. There are some unusual exceptions from some creative flutemakers.
Mir hat dieses Video sehr gefallen. Bei der G unf F# Flöte hatte ich Tränen in den Augen, so sehr hat es mich berührt. Ist eine davon für Anfänger geeignet? Kann man das in dem Starterpaket auswählen? Gibt es einen Versand nach Deutschland?... Ich hoffe es ist okay das ich diese Fragen hier stelle
Thank you. You can get the G in the starter pack. However Jonny plays an A in that course, so playing along with him is easier if your flute is in the same key.
Hi, thank you . Are you playing native american flut like an irish tin whistle? I see tgat it with 6 hols like tin whistle.but is the way that you play is similar? Thank you for your answer
Thank you so much for this! I just got my first flute and needed some advice! Do you think native flutes made from bamboo are good for beginners as well?
We always suggest that beginners start with either an A or G flute because the holes can be comfortably reached by most people. But if you have any intentions of getting the Beginning Your Journey E-course, I teach that with an A so it would be easier to follow along.
Hello sir, can you a basic toturial for transverse flutes. Im inspired with your plays, but my flute is only transverse. I love the sound but i dont have the knowledge where to start.
Transverse flutes definitely have a steeper learning curve than Native Flutes. We have an indepth workshop on bamboo transverse flutes in our members only flute academy. But it isn't something I've done a basic tutorial for, since it requires more.
We offer this as a great option for beginners. www.horizonsflutestore.com/products/butch-hall-flutes-starter-series-a4-native-american-style-flutes-little-horse
Each flute definitely has its own voice. But if they're designed to be concert tuned and are properly made, then two flutes of the same key should have similar pitch.
What company/ies would you recommend for a bass flute (I'm not a beginner)? I'd love to have a Jonah Thompson (I have his Gm one and it sends shivers down my spine), but he seems to be concentrating on the mid-range size. I can't afford four figures, but surely there's something more affordable. Living in Navajo country, I prefer to patronize area artisans, but that doesn't seem possible in this case!
Thanks for this video! I noticed you doN't have any lower lip/ chin acne/ rash. What are your secrets? hehe :) Thank you sooooo much in advance. I'm struggling with this
One or two mass market flute makers believe that it is easier for beginners to start with only the five holes. In our teaching we sugges tossing that cover right away.
I am planning to start learning native flutes. But i am confused between highspirits flutes and stellar flutes. Though i have found more reviews on highspirits, but their price is also $50 higher. What is your suggestion here for a beginner? My budget is around $150.
For $97 we offer a complete starter package that includes a Butch Hall starter flute, a fleece bag and my Beginning Your Journey online course (2.5 hours and over 40 lessons). www.horizonsflutestore.com/pages/thank-you
I got a five hole flute and struggled to play the notes written on paper, but found I could play effortlessly the songs I could hear in my mind. I have not been able to do this with other instruments. Thanks for all the tips you freely share Jonny.
You can learn to adapt standard flute diagrams to a five hole flute, but it will take some practice. But improvising is a wonderful way to enjoy this instrument too.
What a priviledge to receive your knowledge and energy. Thank you for sharing, brother 🙏🏻
Great inspiration! Thanks so much for sharing. Waiting for my very first flute 🪈
Thank you and you're welcome. Be sure to check out the full Beginning Your Journey course to build a solid foundation for your playing.
I don't comment much ever. BUT I'm 65 bought a Sparrow hawk from High Spirits 4 years ago, first one I owned. Watching UA-cam videos I can Now play lots of songs Even a couple of John Denver tunes I Play almost every Day now !!
That's great. Enjoy your flute journey.
I am impatiently waiting for my flute. This video is helpful. Thank you 😊
So much informative video no doubt 🎉
Just a short while ago, the flute I got was decided for me by what I found pre-owned. A High Spirits F# in walnut that I could get in my country (fortunately in a near new condition, only the rubber band had turned into goo 😂).
Thank you for the video. 🙂
Good luck on your flute journey. If you want help getting started, our Beginning Your Journey Course (www.horizonsflutestore.com/products/beginning-flute-course) will help create a solid foundation for you to build upon.
Wow. I was just practicing on my flute tonight after work and was thinking I should go watch one of your videos to help me out. Wishing you had some lessons I could follow. Thank you Johnny!!!! ❤
We have an entire online learning platform (www.horizonsfluteschool.com) with many lessons available under one membership, or individual courses can be purchased separately.
@@JonnyLipford
I'm so excited. I have been drawn to the native American flute sounds. Just this morning I had a thought that I wanted to learn a musical instrument. I have tried the piano and the guitar and the ukulele and nothing has stuck or felt right. I knew this morning that the native American flute was the right one for me. I'm really looking forward to your videos and learning more. This video really helped me understand the sounds and where I want to start and just some of the basics. Thank you thank you thank you
I am glad you found this helpful. If you are serious about getting started, there is no better resource than our starter package www.horizonsflutestore.com/pages/thank-you
I love this video I have one suggestion to add! When you are talking about fingerings, you rightly talk about the pinky fingers. It's so important (as you say) to not curl your pinky fingers. This will tighten up the rest of the fingers. Mu suggestion is:
Rest your pinky fingers on the flute. This will give you leverage, especially when playing an all holes open note.. In the right hand, this will come naturally to those who have studied western concert flute.
If the pinky fingers are resting on the flute, all the other fingers will be less tense.
My first time out of the gate i thought something is wrong with my flute, it won't make sounds lol.
I gave up on it.
Fast forward a few years, I found the flute, picked it up and blew and discovered that the flute was fine.
So I bought books, looked at tab and wasn't very good. When I don't think about it at all and just improvise, it sounds great. Very intuitive instrument indeed.
The flute seems to find you when you are ready for it.
Really enjoyed this video . New player here . And New subscriber 😊
Welcome to the instrument and to the channel. Be sure you check out our website for everything you would ever need to help you along your journey. (www.horizonsflutestore.com)
You are a legend mate!, articulate, informative, cohesive and authentic!, I’m definitely inspired and will follow your gift!…keep on keeping on!!
Thank you for your kind words.
Thanks Jonny!
You are welcome!
Thanks for video and teaching god bless
You are very welcome. This was just a small quick lesson. The full beginner's course can be found here: www.horizonsflutestore.com/products/beginning-flute-course
Im glad I saw this before I bought my flute. You helped me make the right decision. Thank you so much. 🙏🏼 Now I’m going to binge the rest of your videos! 😂
Glad I helped. Enjoy.
@18:20 I started playing clarinet the same time you started flute. You’re right, we had maybe 5% of the resources available to us compared to the newer generations. UA-cam being a major one!!! Anyway, your comment on that made me think back to nostalgic times where getting certain recordings and sheet music was tedious if not nearly impossible 😂
That's for sure! It's a brave new world!
Grazie! In questi giorni finirò di costruire il mio primo flauto 😀
Good luck
Hi Jonny, when I heard you play the pre owned bamboo wolf flute G, I knew that one was made for me! It was clear in tone and so expressive. I just received it while I was watching your video. I opened the box, took it out, it's beautiful! I repeated the song you were playing, the sound struck me so profoundly, that I started to weep. This is a tool of spiritual growth as well as healing for others I don't even know yet. Thankyou for being the instrument through which this gift has come to me. Blessings🌟
I am excited to hear what you and your new flute create together. Please update us.
Outstanding presentation, making and playing NASF has been the blessing of my later years
Thank you. And I love to hear that. Enjoy this beautiful instrument.
Subbed immediately #1. Because you’re so nice to give us pointers on the different flutes & #2. Because you actually pay attention to the people that comment. UA-cam people need to learn from you! They post a video and walk away. 😢 Thank you for caring so much. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
You are welcome. We try to get to every comment.
Thank you so much for helping us. I have the wooden G flute. It’s just like the one you have. I Love the sound.
Delighted to find you! I just bought 3 flutes second hand for Euros 130. One high spirits mid range A 432 hz, one large f ancient territories @432 hz and a cheaper plastic f# from muzikkon. With loads of books. I’m creating meditative music and sounds for a palliative care research project where we are going to use nature based virtual reality experiences to hopefully remove the symptom burden often experienced toward end of life. I played the recorder years ago and have basics but I think once I’ve played around a bit I will definitely pick up one of your courses. I am desperate to read music notation and I feel that I really need to become more intuitive with the instrument instead. Thanks for all your online content it’s so helpful ❤
That sounds great. Welcome to this fantastic instrument. Remember that traditional sheet music isn't necessary or common with these instruments. There is a specifc tabulature system for the flutes as well as fingering diagrams.
I’m a bit more intermediate and yet this beginner’s class was great for me. I’ve been a bit stuck on the same notes for a year and am seeking to experience a little more creativity. Thanks Jonny and I’ll look up your classes. You make it look so easy.
When you're ready, you should consider the Horizons Plus membership. 10 live (on Zoom) events each month and access to 180 lesson modules and event replays. It's more flute knowledge than you ever dreamed of.
Hello Jonny. You will remember me. I'm the lazy one. Hope all is well with you and Family. I been searching the Metal detecting hobby. I'm still playing a little (flute). Thanks for the reminders.
Keep on fluting!
Thank you ❤🙏🙏🙏
You're welcome, happy to help!
Díky!
Thank you so much! 🙏
I am starting to save $$ to buy some instruments to play for my volunteer hospice/bedridden patients and so far have 2 tongue drums, and just bought two Native American flutes (on EBay.) 😮 🤓 Yes, it was a crapshoot, but … If you think you can’t play a flute like he has - think twice. I am watching videos and sound amazing after just 10 days! (I do recommend buying his flutes, or something reliable and not eBay. 😢) One of my flutes from EBay sounds like a cat being baptized. 😝
Thank you for mentioning the different places to give back to society. I was like, “Yea…that’s what I do!!” 🥳🥳🥳 #PayItForward #Volunteer #GiveCaregiversABreak
Good luck on your journey
Very informative! As a saxophone player it there are some things that are similar. So from a Mid C flute to a lower C flute the lower the note the bigger the instrument and vice versa? I have always loved the sound of the native flute and now I will be considering getting one soon.
Correct. Just like Saxophones, the bigger the flute the lower the tone, for the most part. There are some unusual exceptions from some creative flutemakers.
Very interested in the course, how do I find out about it please?
The link is in the video description for the course by itself or as a complete starter bundle that also includes a flute and fleece bag
Mir hat dieses Video sehr gefallen. Bei der G unf F# Flöte hatte ich Tränen in den Augen, so sehr hat es mich berührt. Ist eine davon für Anfänger geeignet? Kann man das in dem Starterpaket auswählen? Gibt es einen Versand nach Deutschland?... Ich hoffe es ist okay das ich diese Fragen hier stelle
Thank you. You can get the G in the starter pack. However Jonny plays an A in that course, so playing along with him is easier if your flute is in the same key.
Do these flutes have reeds ?
No they do not, which is part of what makes them easier than most instuments to pick up and start making music with.
Hi, thank you . Are you playing native american flut like an irish tin whistle? I see tgat it with 6 hols like tin whistle.but is the way that you play is similar? Thank you for your answer
The fingering is different, but yes it plays similar to a tin whistle.
Thank you so much for this! I just got my first flute and needed some advice! Do you think native flutes made from bamboo are good for beginners as well?
Yes, my very first flute was bamboo.
@@JonnyLipford oh cool! Same with me! Thanks for taking your time to answer!
Thoughts on g key flute? I don’t know anything about music and I’m a complete beginner.
We always suggest that beginners start with either an A or G flute because the holes can be comfortably reached by most people. But if you have any intentions of getting the Beginning Your Journey E-course, I teach that with an A so it would be easier to follow along.
Hello sir, can you a basic toturial for transverse flutes. Im inspired with your plays, but my flute is only transverse. I love the sound but i dont have the knowledge where to start.
Unfortunately, i couldnt afford your flutes, i would like to buy many. Im inlove with the sound.
Transverse flutes definitely have a steeper learning curve than Native Flutes. We have an indepth workshop on bamboo transverse flutes in our members only flute academy. But it isn't something I've done a basic tutorial for, since it requires more.
What type would you recommend for a beginner?
We offer this as a great option for beginners. www.horizonsflutestore.com/products/butch-hall-flutes-starter-series-a4-native-american-style-flutes-little-horse
Thanks Jonny, I've noticed the notes play differently between my 2 homemade flutes. Is this the same with professionally made flutes?
Each flute definitely has its own voice. But if they're designed to be concert tuned and are properly made, then two flutes of the same key should have similar pitch.
@@JonnyLipford Thanks Jonny, 'Properly made' is the key to my flutes... They're just hand made by good ole boys...
What company/ies would you recommend for a bass flute (I'm not a beginner)? I'd love to have a Jonah Thompson (I have his Gm one and it sends shivers down my spine), but he seems to be concentrating on the mid-range size. I can't afford four figures, but surely there's something more affordable. Living in Navajo country, I prefer to patronize area artisans, but that doesn't seem possible in this case!
That would depend on what key you are thinking of.
Thanks for this video! I noticed you doN't have any lower lip/ chin acne/ rash. What are your secrets? hehe :) Thank you sooooo much in advance. I'm struggling with this
Hmm. My chin and outside of my lip don't make contact with the Native Style flutes.
Why do many native flutes have a leather band covering one of the 6 holes, making it a 5 hole flute?
One or two mass market flute makers believe that it is easier for beginners to start with only the five holes. In our teaching we sugges tossing that cover right away.
I am planning to start learning native flutes. But i am confused between highspirits flutes and stellar flutes. Though i have found more reviews on highspirits, but their price is also $50 higher.
What is your suggestion here for a beginner? My budget is around $150.
For $97 we offer a complete starter package that includes a Butch Hall starter flute, a fleece bag and my Beginning Your Journey online course (2.5 hours and over 40 lessons). www.horizonsflutestore.com/pages/thank-you
@@JonnyLipford Thank you Jonny! The Butch Hall starter flute is a mid tone A minor or a high tone A minor? Could you please confirm?
Do you make n sell flutes made from ironwood?
Hello. We don't make any flutes in-house. They are all made by other flute-makers. We don't have any from ironwood.
Hi which model is yours?
F or f#
F# is the much more common key. F flutes are out there but much more unusual.