Below are just a few links to about Independent Musicians, Native American Flute organizations, websites, makers and guides. When purchasing anything of value DO YOUR OWN HOMEWORK. There are plenty of people willing to take your money and you may end up with a nice 'Wallhanger' an instrument you leave on the wall and don't play.
There is a great selling guide for instruments on EBAY. EBAY sellers are hit and miss. Are are very enthusiastic about their items for sell. Look, it is sales. Read their reviews, contact buyers etc. We assume no responsibility nor endorse personally any links listed here. Have fun and above all play play play and play some more.
INDEPENDENT MUSICIAN RESOURCES:
MYSPACE.COM MUSIC- Upload your songs, network with musicians and fans worldwide, advertise your shows and shcedules. Promote your music.
CDBABY - A great place to sell your music on-line, list yourself, find other musicians and track sales. Also Purchase Native American Flute Music and hundreds of other styles. The money goes to the Artist! This is a great way to support them. www.CDBABY.net
New Age Reporter - The agency for reporting and charting the New Age genre of artists and music. www.newagereporter.com
NEW MEXICO MUSIC - Resource for New Mexico based musicians and related businesses.
WORLD CAFE - Public Radio Program focusing on singer-songwriters.
Last FM - Hosting site for independent artists with Streaming, Radio, Downloads and paid listens.
NATIVE AMERICAN FLUTE ORGANIZATIONS/RESOURCES/MUSIC:
INAFA - International Native American Flute Association. News, links to makers, instructors, articles, conferences, newsletter, membership and discount coupons.
FLUTE TREE - Amazing collection of articles, resources, a 'great' catalog of Native American Flute sheet music for TABLATURE sorted by Maker etc. Thanks to Robert Gatliff!
ZADJIK - History, mythology, desriptions of the Native American Flute. This site has everything and is very informative and helpful. Includes links to makers, players and LISTSERVES. Playing, learning, construction etc. of the NA Flute!
INTERNATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN FLUTE LISTSERV -
WHERE TO PURCHASE FLUTES:
By No Means A Comprehensive List just based on my personal experiences.
COYOTE OLDMAN FLUTES - One of the longest established flute makers/recording artists around. Browse website or email from website.
BUTCH HALL FLUTES - Extremely resonably priced and well crafted flutes played by professionals and beginners. Plus Laura Hall is one of nicest people out there.
RUSS VENABLE FLUTES -Beautiful hand crafted Drone and Single Barrell Flutes with volume and artistic aethestic http://www.rvflutes.com
WOODSOUNDS FLUTES - Brent Haines is a maker of beautiful, solid Native American flutes unmatched in their longevity and quality. www.woodsounds.com
OREGON FLUTE STORE - Good resource for all things flute and accessories.. Monthly specials, fast shipping.http://oregonflutestore.
WHERE TO LEARN TO PLAY:
The best way to learn to play is to play as much as you can regardless of your goals. Listen to professional recordings, go to the festivals and listen to others play. Join a flute circle.Check ou the links above;
FLUTECIRCLE LISTINGS - Listings of NA Flute Cirlces by state.
FESTIVALS:
HANG
The Hang Steel Hand by PANArt links
Read first if you are looking for a Hang:
