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Hi all, My first time posting in this section, since I usually play the flute. But a neighbour from up the street just walked in to give me his lowwhistle. He can't play it anymore due to handproblems. He still plays a bit of flute and sax, but the stretch isn't possible anymore. He bought ik somewh...

Thanks Kkrell,

I'll give that a try.
Could be the solution.
I had the same problem with the flute tutor book by Conal o Grada.
This might solve that problem too.

Hi all, I am looking for the wooden flute obsession cd's. Unfortunately I can only order them online from Worldtrad using credit card or pay-pall. Since i use neither of these I was wondering whether any of you know how to get hold of them (preferably the complete set of 3 double cd's). Or anyone of...

Welcome, Mohammed

I can vouch for Geert's flutes. I recently, a month ago, picked up my new keyless standard model. It is of exceptional quality, both craftsmanship and sound. It is very powerfull, yet really sings when you hit the sweet spot. I was pointed to him by Hammy Hammilton for his craftsmanship. I wanted a ...

I totally agree with your idea about distance. I wouldn't be able to go to the states to try an Orwell or the likes. I dare put my fate in a few European makers, but the possibility to go and try is time and money well spend. Which would make Geert Lejeune the person to go to. I hear noting but prai...

Hadn't heard of Barber, I think

Can I play the Devils advocate for once? I finally am looking for a step up as far as flutes go. Of all the makers available I think I narrowed it down to three. For reasons of distance, cost, waiting time, etc. I sort of doubt between a keyless flute in mopane by François Baubet or a standard flute...

I contacted Stephen and got a quick response. Waiting for more pics now. Since I can't go and see the flute myself, I hope that anyone on the board can give his or her opinion on the quality of flutes by Arie de Keyzer. I play a Eugene Lambe flute now which is nice to play, but the tuning is very hi...

Good to hear there's still hope of getting your flute back.

You're in real need of some good luck, since the Murray episode.

Hope this works out well for you.

I remember that my father;s cat was deaf. She used to go up in the attic and sit on my acoustic guitar. She pulled the strings with her paws and nails. (a strage sensation when it first happened, for there was no one else in the house and the guitar started playing). Of course she couldn't hear the ...

Amen to that

Check this post:

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It's a Clareen Setanta. Brillant instrument. You might youst be lucky enough to get it.

Since you're in the UK, it might be worth to visit Tom Cussen from Clareen Banjo's in Clarinbridge, Co. Galway, Ireland. Visit his website www.banjo.ie I've tried a few of his banjo's and they're among the finest you can get your hand on. Besides that, Tom is a great player himself and a wonderfull ...

Obviously it's a huge trip and a lot of extra expenses, but the very best way is to go to Ireland and pick it up yourself. That way, you can see the instrument before it's halfway around the world; you meet the maker/craftsman/seller yourself you get to spend some time in Ireland to try out your flu...