PVC Spirit Flutes: An Informal Guide to Crafting and Playing Simple PVC Pipe Flutes for Fun and Relaxation

by Nicholas Tomihama

As one of man’s earliest musical instruments, the flute in all its forms has been a constant companion and friend. With a few simple tools and easily obtained PVC plumbing pipe, you can create your very own flutes for fun and personal fulfillment. Like many of the earliest flutes, they are not tuned to any modern or traditional scales, rather they are tuned to the ear and heart of the maker: you. PVC Spirit Flutes shows how to make six different styles of flute from around the world. There is a simple nose flute of Pacific Island origin, a simple fipple flute of Irish descent, a two chambered flute of the Americas, a vessel flute from ancient Europe, a transverse flute from northern India, and a notched flute hailing from the islands of Japan. With a simple and straightforward approach, building your first flute for personal enjoyment and relaxation has never been easier.

152 pages, Paperback

First published July 28, 2011

Reviews

[john Calkin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good, simple entry into making breathe-powered instruments. My only criticism is that a book this short shouldn't have the typos that it does. They don't limit understanding, but they show a lack of effort. Just sayin', Nicholas.

[Duke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love all of your books!

I’ve used your books a reference for a couple of years. I’ve made the horse bows as well as the flutes. Great work and thanks for your knowledge.

[Patrick Perrone · Rating 4 out of 5]

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From start to finish the information is clear and concise. Projects can easily be completed with a few tools and a little work. Very good book.