The Secret to Native American Flute Playing

Learn one simple secret to playing the Native American Flute and it may change the way you play forever! Be sure to check out our other videos on making and playing Native American Flutes. Visit us on the web at www.bluebearflu...

[@janineb2919]

Wow,I just took that breath n have no words,I was gonna pass by this video cause I was a little tired already watched allot.im glad I stayed.Thank you so much.i really felt something beautiful n sacred,as the breath is very sacred.

[@travischaddock4826]

Something about native American flutes is so captivating to me. Soothing.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

We have lots of videos on that!

[@SandMDOTCOM1]

I know this is a 7yo video but your videos have peaked my interest in the Native American flute.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thanks! I've also got videos from last week! 😉 Check them out!

[@florencewolfe7690]

Thank you, Charlie! I love how you said breathing is the fire and oxygen for our body. I’m going to try to practice this with my Flute. What a great video! Again, thank you❤

[@BlueBearFlutes]

There is magic all around us, for those not blinded to it. ~book of Charlie

[@relaxacise]

I just wanted to personally thank you for opening my eyes to breathing properly! I have been breathing the wrong way all my life, and I truly believe exactly what you shared on your video to be true, and I will be working on incorporating your suggestions on "keeping my mouth shut", and techniques that can help me going forward!! I appreciate your wonderful videos, have a great day...

[@deacongatesfavvids]

I began playing as a breath exercise when I realized that my breath was stuck in my throat, shear anxiety and stress. A single sustained note over time and I felt relieved. I call all of my playing 'breath prayer'. It is a quiet discipline though not always slow and somber. I do enjoy an upbeat tune from time to time. Thank you for your videos. I was looking for a few more advanced techniques. I was curious about 'flipping' the notes but I think now it may be the result of quick fingering.

[@jeffreymadden8064]

This was a profoundly insightful video. I feel privileged to have seen this. Thank you for this gift. 😊

[@BHAKTIBROPHY]

Hi Charlie! I received my flute in the mail yesterday. This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for! A simple five-hole flute with deep, rich, emotive sounds. I play from the heart, and so I'm honored to be playing a flute made by you, Charlie. I decided to go with the Bear fetish to honor your tradition--plus, I read on your website that bears are healing/remove obstacles along the path (much like Ganesh in Hindu/Vedic mythology)? This is perfect, as my body has spinal cord injury and spinal cord diseases. I shall play the flute with the intention of healing my body through this beautiful instrument. Thank you! Blessings to you and yours!

[@ECsponger2]

I just spent two weeks in the Sonoran desert and brought a flute along with no experience. This is exactly how I started, just a feeling. Sitting silent and observing the desert, watching the light grow dim, let the feeling flow.

[@buyvillaspain1755]

Everything is energy and vibration. Music is vibration. Humans are beings of light that vibrate. Music changes the frequency you vibrate at. Great video!!!

[@joshuarowe3845]

This is something that everyone will understand over time. Its not something that hits you all at once. Flutes are beautiful, and playing the flute is medicine for your soul, mind, and body. Thank you

[@garymarsh6803]

I’ve been in a very day place, this video has lifted me.❤️

[@jamieleesilverEFT-Tapping]

I just played a song to my son-in-spirit who is always singing to me. My Ben...forever 22. Thank you.

[@aussiejt216]

letting the notes draw out with a long breath... and not focusing on the finger changes... gives that haunting quality. thanks.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

and yet there is so much more...

[@BlueBearFlutes]

while simultaneously less is more...

[@joshualennox3599]

Wow. I'm tearing up. Thank you so much

[@MicaDeMijatovic]

I am so glad hearing you talking about this, for it is exactly what I feel myself. It is simply magic, when I play, even one single note. I have made lots of flutes after your instructions, and am very grateful for everything you put on disposal here for us.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thank you so much my friend!

[@susiesunami]

thank you for sharing your wisdom! i love the sound and intention!

[@susiesunami]

i just bought one of your flutes! so excited!

[@trmwyldshade1482]

I just started playing after years of dithering indecision and I have watched the number of your videos. Your humility, honesty, extensive knowledge and talent has been an an invaluable inspiration to me! Thank you. PS What a beautiful flute!

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thank you my friend! There is much more I would like to say, though I'm not sure if I could put it into writing.

[@joshualennox3599]

Thank you so much. I'm in tears

[@unlimitedflowz9558]

Nice tip, id just started the flute journey and to my surprise this harmonious piece of instrument is an expression of emotions and all the goodness we have inside of everyone of us, its like my heart singing and opening up to da love vibe thats was bury and hidden... through instruments and humming along i've realized the real GEM is in us... we just have to go find it and dig it out... thanks for the reminder of breath work...peace and love to you bro.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Unlimited Flowz Thank you very much for your kind words. Thank you for watching and being a part of what I do :)

[@mrbrown6421]

Well done. Yes, we understand. Wind and water. Nature is the pearl.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

...of great price.

[@MessiahHasReturned]

I love the contrast of a high pitch and a soothing melody.

[@whisperingdeath308]

Great video! When I play, I play with my heart spirit and all the forces surround it the wind, rain, thunder, lightning and all my ancestors.

[@stuartdavey]

Thanks, Charlie, for speaking from the heart. I do appreciate all of the insights and "secrets" you share about making, tuning, and playing the flute.

[@trmwyldshade1482]

I have experienced what you're talking about. I breathe my raw emotions in, and music comes out… Extraordinarily liberating!

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Well said my friend!

[@gaspardobicaj4091]

Great sharing, flute is a powerful natural instrument that tells stories through the thoughts....blessings

[@CodyHill82]

I love the look of that flute as well.!

[@MarkMaysey]

Excellent video Charlie, I actually was with you through to the end and enjoyed both your playing and philosophies. Today I just sold my first two flutes, one in the key of Gm and one in F#m. It's taken me several months and almost two dozen flutes before I finally felt confident in the tone and looks and I still feel my TSH could be a little better, there's definitely a spiritual journey to making them as well as playing them and each flute I've come across has it's own unique breath, some you can play harder than others on those low notes. I took an early retirement over 10 years ago to do something different and more spiritual with my life, I wanted to work more with my hands and spirit. It took me awhile to find my place and put together my cave, but I'm finally finding what I've longed to do. I love making these magical instruments as much as I do playing them. I'd love to chat with you sometime in the near future. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and may the good spirits always be with you.

[@johnw65]

Thanks Charlie, Osiyo, Over 6 years later and your message still hit's home.❤️ I started with a N/A style "D" flute made from 3/4 PVC. Adding an F# Cedar flute, I've learned all Bevani's tunes, Cherokee Morning Song, Water Song, Lakota Lullabye, and at times, I close my eyes and improvise as my Cherokee ancestors did.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

🙂

[@judykeenanharris1869]

Thank you so much Charlie. It does work on the video. When you played at the last I could feel the vibrations in the back of my head. That to me is a spiritual connection, an interdependence, an inter-related feeling of being in touch with a profound creative energy, that gives life.... a universal connection that unites us and every living thing. As you have said.... it is beyond words. So glad to have met you and thank you for your creative energy.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Kindest thanks Judy!

[@nicolemartel532]

Deep gratitude for the depth of heart, wisdom, and magic that you share…. Profound Truths riding on the waves of Life's beautiful music… Very inspired :-)

[@ollyperrooo]

Thank you, Charlie, for sharing your secrets and which I'll be applying tonight! Bless your soul!

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Olly Perry Thank you :)

[@RustyGunn7]

I fell asleep but kept on watching. Lol Excellent video, Charlie. Thank you.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thanks my friend! Always good to hear from you. Expect more music videos soon!!!

[@josiegraf4434]

Hey Charlie, I play the average metal flute and I tried this method for playing and it sounded so much better. The tone and quality of the sound was twice as good. Thanks.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Josie Graf Awesome! Thanks for sharing :)

[@liyanacheong2645]

Tq tq tq . Deep peace to u Charlie .

[@lennyharp]

I loved your rambling style that gets to the point. I have made maybe a thousand flutes and many more starts. I am inspired today to make a flute. An keep making these videos.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thank you for your kind words. Wow! A thousand flutes! What did you do with all those? Thanks so much for watching and I look forward to hearing from you in the future.

[@jgort01]

Very nice! All shown and spoken as a real heart person. Thanks

[@MrZayne8]

Excellent video and message. I just obtained my first flute, Native American style, and I am excited for the journey ahead. As I venture deeper into the powers that be

[@callonthenameYAHU]

Thanks friend. I made a bamboo flute with your pattern yesterday. It is my favorite one so far. Thanks for inspiration to make such a beautiful instrument.

[@zossie5h]

Thank you. I've had a flute for about 20 years and often play before meditating. I liked your thoughts on how things are connected. Yes we are all connected. When we see and feel our oneness that is the way to liberation and freedom. Thank you again. Will try playing similar to what you played. Loving kindness to all beings.

[@claytonhobbs1360]

Thank you! Beautiful for my soul.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thank you my friend!

[@JohnRocheleau]

Thank you. A simple way to get to the heart of it. It's what I need.

[@ludbzh4029]

Thks for your energy and transmission from France

[@BlueBearFlutes]

De rien mon ami

[@haiku292]

This was a great video. I have just started to learn to play and have a long road ahead of me, thank you for your insights.

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Dj Keddy Thank you for watching!

[@happykittyukes1316]

Thank you so very much for this video. Such a simple, but life-changing concept that I can use as a flute player and a vocalist. I'm fairly new in my playing, and the two challenges I've run into was having control and actually not feeling like I'm sounding the same every time. I don't know whether it's because breathing and thinking this way causes one to relax, or what, but it did seem to help me immensely in my playing.

[@johnofone]

Excellent! What a perfect way to start my Sunday Morning! Thank you!

[@carloscordal6831]

Thanks Charlie! I am very moved by this video!!

[@2007kiltie]

Thanks Charlie, me having COPD got me into the flute and doing a mix on the flute and yogic breathing. It has certainly helped me although I am still playing the same tune that jumped into my head , and I know what you mean about falling asleep lol :)

[@meggale2627]

thank you for this beautful video. you really have inspired me and sparked something in my heart... x

[@hbprod928]

everything u said is true...I just staarted playin the flute... it comes within I experienced that last night .... I had gotten this flute a few months ago n tried to play I couldn't even get the first note to play nor could I get a melody... so last night after coming back to my apartment in the city I saw it I picked it up n breathed into my nose n out my mouth...then I blew into the flute .... and just started playing was crazy but it does some with in ....good video...

[@tallman772]

I stopped at 8:51, just to say thank you. I purchased one in N Carolina some time ago. It was interesting for a moment but like so many hobbies, I failed to make the right connections to what it is, and why I should pick it up again. For some reason, 5 years later, I did pick it up again, forgetting most of the very little I learned...and glad I did, then turned to KZbin, found a lesson on playing a scale, and just laid in bed with the lights out trying different things with the simple scale, and before I knew it, I was in a nice calm meditative state where it felt like it was playing itself. Maybe my subconscious took over, who knows. Anyway I stopped to let you know that when I was done I found that I was breathing better. I have chronic bronchitis and lately it's been rough, but I think I found a piece of magic in this instrument just in the past hour. I could write on and on here but I want to get back to your video. Thank you again!

[@bobbyjackson6593]

Charlie thank you again for all your great info., but at this time of sorrow, I can’t put down what I feel in my heart, don’t know if you remember me or not but this is the calf. Wild man, this 86 year old man just lost the love of my life, my wife LOIS of 66 years married passed away on Friday the thirteenth ,we have had a great life together,,if you remember the large family ,four kids of our own,two boys and two girls ,now look what we started ,nine grand kids twenty two great grand kids and three great great grand kids .wow what a great life we started. If you remember I was making or at least trying too make with your help on the videos ,have got to make a lot of flutes (the all want one). Now that my sweetheart is gone got to get back to work I know she would want me to complete all of the flutes, time of sorrow will never go away ,I have got to try and get it done. Charlie your videos is such a great help.may GOD Bless you and your family ,my heart is full of so much good memories thank you again . The calf. Wild man. [e-mail].

[@Aurogos]

I have recently started playing and I can definitely agree with likening it to a flame. The best approach I found for me is to treat it as if I am tending a fire. You know how sometimes you blow on the fire to stoke the embers, and how it occasionally crackles. I sometimes even put in vibration with my diaphragm. The important thing is to do your best to find your inner sound, be patient and be gentle. :) I also find the tunes completely change depending on the time of the day. I go shorter, faster, more playful notes during the day time and more drawn out, somber notes at sunset. Still new to this but I am loving my flute. :D

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Awesome description! Thanks for sharing :)

[@jasonduty6596]

Opened my eyes to many things.

[@RobbieHogg1]

Love your philosophy in regards to flute playing. Have been making some bamboo transverse flutes for a little while & wanted to make some Native American Flutes. Your videos are awesome! Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us. Just ordered your book and can’t wait to have a read and start making some flutes. :)

[@michaelbliss3419]

Love your videos ! So humble and real 🙏

[@ammiaug]

Thank you, I know this is a old video but it showed up just at the right time for me! 🎶

[@lefouist]

Thank you for your work Brother. You're on a honest way. Very inspiring.

[@greatplays2767]

Thank you for this very educational video I appreciate what you have done your work is very much appreciated

[@irenelopezdecastro]

thank you :-) very nice lesson

[@3rdEyeEvolutionaries]

You are a beautiful soul

[@applecom1de509]

We all are.

[@r.schaefer707]

Thank you so much

[@whitewomandrums]

Thank you Charlie awesome video!

[@Ardegowan]

Thanks. Awaiting part II.

[@nerdofgod4167]

I play ocarina, and saxophone, now I'm really wanting to check out one of your drone flutes. The more I've played over the years the more of a higher vibration I'm looking for. I see that you can tune your flutes in 528hz. That's what I'm after, a new vibration.

[@Jacques.krause]

Wow. I love your message in this video. So simple yet so profound. Will be ordering my first flute soon, can't wait! :)

[@stephenwilson6425]

Shit . . . you're sound is so clear! Wish I could achieve a sound like that. Stephen

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Start by closing your eyes! I'm sure that you will sound as clear!

[@cjsachi4663]

thank you so much!! I have forgotten this an your video made me happier and my playing better

[@trailokyasundari]

Beautiful presentation! Thank you!♡

[@elishafuchs]

It was very helpful to be reminded at the breathing, to do the first step. ...and the Idea which is inside. I am beginner

[@BlueBearFlutes]

+Elisabeth Fuchs Thanks so much. I like to remember these tips myself from time to time!

[@billhampton6629]

Love my 4hole flute Charlie , I take it when I go bird watching and play by the stream

[@davidleija8508]

Dear Brother, Thank you for your benevolence, compassion and wisdom, in regards to playing this wonderful instrument. Your approach is so so simplistic and yet ,so deeply profound. In peace and blessings, David doc Leija 🕉☯🔯🕆♒😉🐯💜💜💜💜💜

[@tiara424777]

fasinating about falling asleep to playing !

[@skippyjones2077]

Thank you so much for sharing your Heart...☮️

[@edwardgreen4684]

gosh you are lovely mr

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thanks Ed! 😘

[@CrayzieGirl65]

Thx today in intend on purchasing my very first musical instrument for my birthday and it's going to be a Native American flute... I hope I can learn it n according to this video I'm thinking it will b possible... I've always struggled in the music dept tho I love music... This could b my answer... Thanx... I look forward to more videos becuz you make it look fairly easy

[@BlueBearFlutes]

+Jacqueline Armitage Well Happy Birthday to you! If you are looking for a hand crafted, easy to learn flute please visit us at www.bluebearflutes.com Thanks for watching!

[@merlinswhiskerssw]

Many thanks brother 😁👍

[@richardpeterson3753]

love that flute by the way

[@waynewilliams1922]

Puts you to sleep kind of like my voice. Ha ha love it, keep it up Charlie I am trying to learn this myself.

[@justgjt]

For me, I like this mud ball. It's my home, it's our home and we all really need to take much better care of it than we do.

[@carpenterfamily6198]

All good info, I enjoy hearing Charley share, but the ‘ secret ‘ seems to start at 8:30

[@stoneosborne9247]

I just started learning to play a native american style flute. I don't have any magical or inspirational shit to write, but I love this fuckin instrument.

[@HayakaOskola]

Inspirational !!

[@sirgrotto8714]

Thanks for the vid brother!

[@sunlight253]

~Thank you for sharing your magic,i have just started my journey with the flute and it is very magical,i have a long way to go it seems.;)

[@BlueBearFlutes]

***** Everyone is at a different point in their journeys and each one is unique!

[@jeffreyteagle7302]

Awesome and great info :)

[@cristianrubalcava3730]

Thank you

[@BlueBearFlutes]

You bet my friend! More to come...

[@purelifevibes4183]

Thank you so much. This helped so much

[@rosebarrette6292]

I really appreciate your video as I'm a beginner and I will learn a lot from watching you. Thank you

[@andrewgoodwin818]

thanks charlie, you have reminded me. thank you! (: One love

[@GreenShiva-Lightfoot]

Very inspiring!

[@williamwilson3791]

Love the style of that first flute Charlie I was going to have a go making them but now disabled with COPD but still figuring what key to do as I do breathwork _ I have a couple 6 hole but I always cover one hole up - makes it easier for me to play . Thinking of another one but still not sure yet..... I am also thinking a Healing flute as I also do Earth Healing and Reiki .... if I was going to make a bamboo flute - how would I go about making a place to fit in Quartz Crystal chips ?? I have watched a lot of your videos and enjoy your style.... maybe a healing flute or Earth tone flute could be on your agenda ?? :)

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thanks for watching William! There may be a little about the Earth Tone flutes that I need to share with everyone. Also, with regards to six hole flutes, you might want to watch this other video as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5aYlo2doch6g6c kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2bck4ysfpZnp6c

[@julienielsen3746]

Just sitting hear watching and playing some notes on my alto recorder.

[@nickkenning7277]

Hello Charlie, many thanks for all your video's you make and post on here they all have inspired me to make some myself. In this video you start by playing the flute that's in all the intro's, It looks and amazing flute, sounds awesome too. I wonder if you could or would make a video of how to make that one with the measurements etc? Carry on your good work... :-)

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Nick Kenning I plan to do one on that flute and how to make it in the very near future. Thanks so much for watching!

[@nickkenning7277]

BlueBearArts Thank you. I look forward to it :-)

[@colleenakiko9996]

Mahalo!

[@sondratodd1175]

Yes I have watch many of your videos hoping to find one that I can make and have sent messages but I noticed now yours only have two nods or links but mine has 3 and only found this bamboo ar Lowles but very thin but this is the best one i found now im lost once again ive been wanting to make obe in long time but the issue is no cane of any kind here except this one at lowles

[@barryroberts2093]

JOE PUT SIMPLY MY FRIEND ITS WHAT YOUFEEL WITHIN AND BY PLAYING YOUR FLUTE IT BECOMES TRANSLATED THROUGH MUSIC .

[@BlueBearFlutes]

That's the truth my friend!

[@katrinacarnagey5298]

Looking around your web site a bit (I'll be back) and see you have different sounds played with most of your flutes. But (not having looked at every single one) do you have any recordings of the 'Traditionally Tuned' sounds?

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Because traditional tuning can be in several different keys, this video may help answer your question. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppSodH-ggJWSipI Thanks for watching our videos! Also feel free to email me through my website if you have any further questions. :)

[@GoldPaydotcom]

I honestly thought that the title was Clickbait at first..! Not at all!! Thank you! Some may not get this, but for whom it is meant, it is much appreciated..! Awesome video!

[@BlueBearFlutes]

Thanks my friend!

[@conwah3697]

Hi Charlie loving your videos, do you have a Uk supplier for your flutes? Love and respect from England.