How to Choose a Flute Key - High Spirits Info

[@jennifersweet8025]

I have the Sparrow Hawk in A. I LOVE it.

[@browaynesavage]

I ordered a Grey Wold G High Spirit flute with inlay and it is a beautiful instrument with a great sound. Will purchase another one soon.

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Thanks for the kind words, we're so happy you're happy with your flute!

[@HokuSeaglassHawaii]

I love your flutes! I have my third on it's way! Thank you for your videos also.

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

You are welcome! I am glad you enjoy our flutes. If you like, please write us a review. search.google.com/local/writereview?placeid=ChIJkb-p8RW41oYRRmxo8_QDWkU

[@markpowel3747]

Just ordered my flute can not wait my first flute .

[@teckno_senpai]

my intuition was right in wanting sparrow hawk in A ! Now the problem is, after this video, i want em ALL !!!

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

That's a problem we know all too well!

[@theoff-gridchurch8272]

I haven’t played the flute since elementary school, and I never played any other instrument ever. But I still really want the bass flute knowing it’s more difficult. Am I making mistake for learning on the bass?

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hi there! The bass flutes are indeed harder to play as they are longer and wider. The bass flute holes are larger and the instrument requires more air and breath control to play. We always recommend our Sparrow Hawk and First Hawk flutes for beginners. If you are looking for deeper sounding flutes, our Golden Eagle in F# or Red Tail Hawk in G are also great beginner flutes since they are mid-tones :)

[@emerygreen1560]

Omg this is exciting! Getting one soon ehhhh can’t wait

[@TomHelps]

I have a concern about choosing a key. I'm a musician but completely new to these flutes. For professional players, do they know how to play instrument on all keys?? Is that something they just know how to do? Because each flute would obviously have a different fingering to play the notes. Also, I congratulate this site for how well it's laid out and the information provided in these videos. So many instruments sites could take a leaf out of your book! :)

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hi Tom, Thanks for your interest in High Spirits Flutes! I suppose professional players are more at ease playing on all keys...just from experience. Each key is different only in that the size of the flute grows with the deeper the tone. As Odell explains in the video, the keys of "A", "Bb"' and "C" will be easier in that they are shorter flutes with holes that are closer together. The fingering of the notes will remain the same on all of our flutes, regardless of key. Thank you for your kind words regarding our website! It's always nice to get positive feedback. We hope you continue to explore the world of flutes!

[@sensei.jeel.rajpara.07]

3:25 what is the name of that bass flute that you played?

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

It is a Condor Bass in the key of C. highspirits.com/collections/all-flutes/products/condor-bass-c-walnut

[@Nicole-martial.arts.]

What Is the better Kay for you? For exemple play Leo Rojas or Alexandro querevalu songs?

[@AmericanHero911]

0:08 Can I buy a SparrowHawk in key of A exactly like the one shown here please? If you're going to send me a link, please tell me exactly which one it is, no ambiguity please :)

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hi Bruce, The Sparrow Hawk featured in this video is made form walnut. Here is a link to its webpage - highspirits.com/collections/sparrow-hawk/products/sparrow-hawk-a-walnut The design has changed a little so be sure to look at the photos on the webpage.

[@AmericanHero911]

Thanks I've ordered one :)

[@krystenemanthey5812]

I am from Australia - could you tell me where to get these flutes from?

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hi Krystene, thanks for contacting us! We have a few partners in Australia who carry our flutes, take a look at our international partners list here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQRoLFboPePzy98CNN32O_xipmRPPodsjT1qKnKc4uuOyq0J-ciuAFlcEKPaOR046XnPaYb3B06EeMt/pubhtml But if they don't have what you're looking for, order on HighSpirits.com and we'll be happy to ship to Australia. You can find info about our international shipping rates here: highspirits.com/pages/order-shipping-details

[@RobRossi10]

Where can I find a flute in the key of Em? Do Native American flutes come in that key? When you say G, do you mean G major or minor? I suppose a G major would work, yes? Also, can multiple keys be played on one flute? Thanks! Great video!

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

You ask some great questions. Below is the link to all our High Spirits Flutes in the key of E. highspirits.com/collections/all-flutes/flutes-in-the-key-of-e All High Spirits flutes are tuned to a minor pentatonic scale = Am, Bm, Cm,....and so on. While the NAF is considered to be a 1 octave instrument, some flutes can play a full diatonic scale in the relative major. Ex: Sparrow Hawks, which are in the key of A, can also play the diatonic scale in the relative major of C. The major diatonic scales require different fingering. All full-size High Spirits flutes come with a booklet. In the back of the booklet is a listing of the minor pentatonic and chromatic scales by key with the fingering for both 5 and 6 hole flutes. For more information, go to: highspirits.com/pages/high-spirits-flutes-center-for-instruction

[@RafaelJaureguiCaball]

I don’t know if it is just from experience but just to give you an example I really cannot tell the difference between the key of A and Key of G. What exactly do I need to pay attention to, to notice the difference. Thanks in advance

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Great question! Being able to identify a key by ear alone is something that doesn't always come easily. Much of it really comes from spending a lot of time playing and listening to music, and sitting with each note so that you can get a feel for how one sounds compared to another. It's one of the many benefits of Native American Style Flutes: each one is in a specific key, so you can spend time exploring the possible note combinations and really familiarize yourself with each one. My recommendation would be to check out the sample videos for each of our flutes at highspirits.com/pages/flute-sound-samples, where you can compare them side by side and get a better feel for the differences. Happy playing!

[@songsparrowadventures]

Thank you for your videos. I have been learning the alto recorder, I do like the sound of the G cedar flute, but my hands are on the small size, would the holes be too much of a stretch for me. Judy

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hi Songsparrow - generally the key of 'G' is a flute that fits many sized hands, even those that are on the small size so we would encourage you to give it a try. If for some reason you find it isn't a good size fit for you, just let us know and we'll work with you to find a different flute that will be a good fit. Also, here is a link to our smaller flutes which might be enjoyable for you to browse: highspirits.com/collections/all-flutes/high-tone -- If you have any additional questions, please feel free to call us or email us directly so we can reply more quickly: [e-mail] / [phone] -Best! High Spirits Flutes

[@jackcraven8345]

I chose earth tone flute in c walnut is this a good one?

[@laurenhuckleberry]

do you have a flute in the key of G but for a small handed beginner?

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Thanks for the question Lauren. These are all the flutes we recommend for first time players highspirits.com/pages/great-flutes-for-first-time-players The only one in the Key of G is the Red Tail Hawk but that is for larger hands. You may want to consider the Pocket G. Keep in mind, though, that it produces a higher pitch sound. highspirits.com/search?type=product&q=pocket+flute

[@peterpineda3287]

Bought a five finger flute from you in San Francisco at a Xmas fair about twenty years any idea what key it could be

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hi Peter, if you have a 5-hole flute from High Spirits, it is most likely in the key of A. However, a sure-fire way to tell is that we always engrave the key that the flute is in on the back of the instrument! You can also email us pictures at [e-mail] and we can help you identify the flute from there. Thanks!

[@danielbohland5271]

Do you sell five hole flutes

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hey Daniel - our 6-hole flutes are modified to be 5-hole flutes with a leather hole cover over the third-hole. That way, the flute can be played as a 5-hole or 6-hole flute! We do not make any 5-hole flutes. Thanks!

[@thejackofalltravels8267]

I’m hooked buying anA today.

[@Yoko.Kurama]

is the sparrowhawk a bass flute?

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Hi, the Sparrow Hawk is considered a mid-tone flute, our bass-tone flutes are quite a bit bigger. Here is a link to our mid-tone flutes - highspirits.com/collections/mid-tone and one to our bass-tone flutes - highspirits.com/collections/bass-tone That way you can compare the differences.

[@saldefranco9362]

I'm so glad I found you guys. I love the sound of Native American flute. Now, I look forward to playing one of my own. Went with the Sparrow Hawk in A. You don't offer some sort of "trade up"program right?

[@Yoko.Kurama]

what separates the less $100 flutes from $250-$300?

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

Good question! It is mostly the size of the flute, smaller flutes take less time and materials to make than larger flutes. Some other factors would be the type of wood the flute is made from and the extent of design work on the flute. Our Signature Series flutes also have a number of innovations that make them take more time to make which increases their cost.

[@giorgiobacciardi2414]

thanks a lot

[@HighSpiritsFlutes4all]

You are most welcome