Native American Style Flutes

High Spirits Native American-style wooden flutes

High Spirits Native American-style flutes have been handmade in Patagonia, Arizona, for more than three decades. These wooden flutes are made from a single piece of timber. The wood is milled and bored before crafting the sound mechanism, then the flute is oiled and polished. Finally, every flute is tuned individually.

Historically, the materials and tuning structure of Native American flutes have varied throughout America, with a wide range of designs, styles, and variations – much more than other woodwind instruments.

In the South, Native American flutes were made from river cane and bamboo, while in the East and West, they were made from softwood. In the Southwest, cedar is the wood of choice. Hardwoods began to be used when metal tools were introduced.
 

All you need to know about Native American-style flutes

How are Native American-style flutes made?

High Spirits’ Native American-style flutes are made from different types of wood, including Aromatic Cedar, Spanish Cedar, Walnut, Poplar and Alder.

Each flute is handmade from a single piece of timber. They’re milled, bored and hand-burnished before being coated with High Spirits’ proprietary blend of non-toxic water-based wood finish, giving each flute a highly polished finish. High Spirits does not use polyurethane on its flutes. Finally, every flute is tuned individually.
 

Where do our Native American-style flutes come from?

High Spirits flutes have been handcrafted in Patagonia, Arizona, since 1990. While these wooden flutes are crafted in the style of Native American flutes, they aren’t made by Native Americans.
 

How do I play a Native American-style flute?

With a little practice, anyone can play the Native American-style flute. Each High Spirits flute comes with an introductory ‘how to play’ booklet.

Additionally High Spirits has instructional videos on their website and youtube channel.

Another great learning resource we recommend is Flutopedia
 

How do I care for my Native American-style flute?

Store your wooden flute in a cloth bag or on a flute stand when you’re not using it. If your flute gets dusty or there are smudges from your fingers, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth.

Because these are wooden flutes, they may expand or contract if there are sudden changes in temperature or humidity, so keep them out of hot sun or damp places.
 

Watch How to play your first flute video

High Spirits Flutes shipping information

We offer fast shipping, free for orders over $150. Plus, a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you’re not 100% satisfied, we’ll happily give you a full refund. (Returns must be well packed and returned in their original condition within 30 days.) We’ll even pay return postage.
 

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