Flute, Whistle and Woodwind Manufacturers and Makers
www.thinweasel.com
Thin Weasel Woodwinds announces a technological breakthrough - an accurate
and sweet-sounding tunable whistle made entirely of genuine PVC Schedule
40 plastic water plumbing pipe. Lo...the Water Weasel! Made with pride
and care - same great hand fashioned fipple as on the "big boys".
Unbreakable, recyclable.
They are also crafting Irish D whistles out of quite a variety of rare
and exotic hardwoods.Each is musically accurate and visually perfect.
Other keys from G down to low F are available upon request. In hardwood
of choice, each comes with a fitted hardwood case.
They also build conical-bore wooden flutes of the Irish traditional
style - three piece construction with tuning slide, six tone holes, banded
in stainless steel. In hardwood of choice in key of D, E-flat or key
of C. Fitted mahogany case included.
Thin Weasel Woodwinds
Glenn A. Schultz, Sr.
phone: 248-628-7647
email: glenn@thinweasel.com
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www.burkewhistles.com
One of the master craftsmen at whistle making, Michael Burke is fast
gaining a reputation for providing exquisite "penny whistles". Whistle
Heads Feature Precision Machined Delrin Lined Curved Windways, And Black
Delrin Tipped Mouthpieces.
These really are right out of the top drawer for any musician who demands
only the best. Not only that, they are an instrument that is a beautiful
item in it's own right. Aesthetics are also a part of the joy of ownership.
Michael D. Burke
389 Wells Street
Murphysboro,
Illinois, 62966 USA
Voice mail / Fax: (618) 684 5377
email: mdburke@midwest.net
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www.tinwhistle.de
These really are beautifully made whistles and are hand-made. They are
even tuneable (and we all know how important that is) - here's what their
website says:
Our individual handmade whistle models made of brass are instruments
for the ambitious musician. Whistlers all over the world enjoy it to
play an original TWZ whistle made by Andreas Joseph in Germany. The choice
of high quality materials and the solid workmanship guarantee instruments
of a superb quality.
The unusual look and the lively and fresh sound often makes TWZ whistles
to the choice of the professional and advanced player. Perfect sound,
design and intonation are the outstanding features.
TWZ - Tin Whistle Zentrum Deutschland
Heidweg 16
24689 Ochtersum
Phone +49 (0) 4975/755 240
Fax +49 (0) 4975/755 241
email: info@tinwhistle.de
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www.copelandwoodwinds.com
The
website says "Copeland Woodwinds is dedicated to making the finest,
high quality, handmade instruments. We strive to provide these at a fair
price to all." - and this is definitely no lie, these really are
right out of the "top drawer" of whistle making. They also
make a range of flutes to absolutely drool over. It's a woodwind heaven.
Here's a little more from their website:
"Michael Copeland was born into a musical family in Westport, Connecticut
and Jim Rementer was born in 1952 in Philadelphia, PA. These are the
two partners of Copeland Woodwinds. Michael first met Jim Rementer in
the fall of 1997. Once Michael and Jim decided to join forces in August
of 1998, Copeland Woodwinds Company was born.
By February of 1999, Michael and Jim decided that it was time to formalize
their working relationship by becoming partners. Thus began Copeland
Woodwinds Company. Michael continued to teach Jim the art of whistle
making. Jim’s business sense, organizational ability and aptitude
for the production process helped the Copeland shop become more efficient.
They have been working together ever since."
Copeland Woodwinds, Co.
215 Cuthbert Blvd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002-2903
Telephone: (856) 412-8203
Toll Free: (866) 280-2440
FAX: (856) 412-8202
email: jimr@copelandwoodwinds.com
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www.silkstone-whistles.com
Silkstone Whistles are hand crafted with loving care by Paul Hayward,
at his workshop in Silkstone Common, Yorkshire, England. These really
are gorgeous instruments to own and to play with a great tone. Here's
more from the website:
"I have tried to produce whistles that not only sound good but are also
easy to play. In my view, the great thing about the whistle is that you
should be able to concentrate on playing the music rather than playing
the instrument. If you want something that's a real challenge to get
a note out of, there are plenty of other musical instruments to choose
from. A few of them are even as versatile as a whistle."
Paul Hayward
Rowan House
Viewlands
Silkstone Common
Barnsley S75 4QP
UK
email: silkstone@tiscali.co.uk
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www.mackhooverwhistles.com
Mack Hoover makes some truly awesome sounding whistles in a range of
styles and sizes, and is a very very nice guy. He treats his new customers
less like customers and more like friends he hasn't met yet. Here's a
snippet from his website:
"Mack Hoover designs and makes unique whistles. His "signature
sound" is
quiet, but he does make louder whistles, too. That typical Hoover sound
is pure and "sweet", but you can request it with just a hint
of chiff. If you are looking for a whistle that you can play alone or
with your friends without disturbing the neighbors, you've come to the
right place. Mack still makes brass whistles but is moving more toward
what he calls the "Whitecap", a PVC or CPVC mouthpiece that
he uses on aluminum , brass, or poly barrels. It can be used to retrofit
a disappointing sounding whistle and turn it into a gem that you will
treasure. Mack also works with wood and Delrin as well as his customary
CPVC. We encourage you to contact Mack directly if you have questions
or need something not shown on his site".
email: mackhoover@bresnan.net
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www.reyburnlowwhistles.com
As the website says "Reyburn Whistles are handcrafted, tunable instruments
offering unique choices for the discriminating player". These are indeed
beautifully made whistles that just ooze quality. Here's a little more
from the website:
"The heart of the low whistle, the head, is personally crafted from
hand selected Eastern rock maple, hand rubbed to a lustrous finish. The
finish not only coats the surface, but actually penetrates deeply into
the cellular structure of the wood, rendering it extremely strong and
stable.
Brass tubing, with a gleaming brushed finish, forms the body of the whistle,
and incorporates bore perturbations for octave balancing. The maple head
joint, which utilizes a double o-ring tuning slide for ease of tuning,
generates a rich, warm, reedy tone and is extremely comfortable in the
mouth".
Reyburn Whistles
8335 Dead Indian Mem. Rd.
Ashland, OR. 97520
U.S.A.
Phone: 541-552-1951
email: Ronaldo@reyburnlowwhistles.com
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www.abellflute.com
Here is a maker not only of world renowned and beautifully crafted flutes
but also whistles. The true love of the craftsman and the expertise
of the technician goes in to every one of these masterpieces. Here's
a little more from the website:
"The decision to become a manufacturer of wooden Boehm system flutes
came primarily from one observation: that the pungent, reedy tone produced
with a wooden flute is unequaled in any other material. While the brilliance
of tone produced in the metal flutes is exquisite, there is a quality
of sound, a dark rich fullness in the wooden instruments, which the metal
flutes can only approach; and it is precisely this "wooden tone" that
has inspired my work.
I have also maintained an intense curiosity in the actual design and
manufacture of an instrument of such complexity, especially the joining
of dissimilar materials like wood and silver. This interest in the making
of fine flutes has allowed me another observation: that the standard
of flute making has risen dramatically through the evolution of the metal
flute".
The Abell Flute Company
111 Grovewood Road
Ashevile
NC 28804
Phone: 828-254-1004
email: abellflute@juno.com
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www.tonydixonmusic.co.uk
Tony Dixon is one of the greats in whistle making and is based in Devon,
England. He makes a range of whistles that have a tone and style to die
for, and how about this - a whistle with interchangeable heads that you
can turn into a FLUTE !!! - Here's a little from his website:
"Overnight inspiration gave Tony the idea that became the ‘Duo-Head’.
With a clever adaptation of the neck, the head of the instrument could
be made interchangeable. One minute a flute - then a twist - and you
have a whistle. So, if you're a whistle-player and fancy moving on to
the flute; or you're flautistry fancies developing to a whistle, this
is the instrument package for you.
From low D up to high D are available with all the intermediate keys
available - tenor, alto and soprano. The aim is to provide well made
and tuned instruments, well voiced, and at realistic prices to encourage
students of all ages and abilities. Robust polymer construction ensures
minimal maintenance and easy cleaning, while giving a loud and bright
tone in the higher keys, the lower keys being rich and full sounding."
Tony Dixon Music Ltd
P.O. Box 112
Bideford
Devon
EX39 3JQ
England
Phone/Fax: +44 (0)1237 422440
email: info@tonydixonmusic.co.uk
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www.albawhistles.com
Maybe you thought Scotland was the land of the bagpipes - and it is,
but it's also the home to Alba Whistles, one of the great whistle makers.
These are not only beautiful and very tactile instruments to own and
play but have a gorgeous tone. Here's more from the website"
"Alba Whistles are handcrafted in the Highlands of Scotland from beautifully
finished brushed aluminium. These high quality musical instruments feature
a synthetic fipple plug made from water resistant Tufnol, and a novel
mouthpiece with a curved windway to reduce moisture problems. In addition
the decorative rings engraved around the shaft and the intricate Alba
logo emphasise the craftsmanship involved and make the whistles very
attractive to look at."
Alba Whistles
Seunbann
Ardvannie
Edderton
Ross-shire
Scotland
IV19 1LD
Phone/fax +44 (0)1862 821202
email: info@albawhistles.com
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www.sweetheartflute.com
Ralph Sweet has been making top class flutes and whistles since 1974,
and boy does he do it well ! - he makes Flutes, Whistles, Fifes, Tabor
Pipes and does them with skill, passion, expertise and all at a reasonable
price. Here is a little more from his website on his new "Professional
Model" whistle:
"With conical bore for perfect octave registration, completely new windway
design, and new internal cork joint, this new whistle plays like a dream!
Tone quality is sweeter, response more even - more controlled on the
top notes, while strong on the bottom. Can even play 3rd octave notes
without injuring eardrums!
Some comments received: "Plays as well or better than the best
high-end whistles available" "Makes you want to practice" "Fun
to play".
Designed over an 8-month period involving much experimentation by Walter
Sweet (Ralph's son), it is constructed of Northern birch laminate for strength and stability (trademark "Dymondwood©"),
and looks very much like Honduras Rosewood. Blackwood models
are also available.
Sweetheart Flute Company
32 South Maple Street,
Enfield,
CT 06082
Phone: (860) 749-4494
email: ralphsweet@aol.com
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webpages.charter.net/raindog1970
Beautiful hand made whistles with a beautifully sweet tone at an affordable
price. Humphrey Whistles really are craftsman built and a joy to own.
Here's a little more from his website:
"Each whistle is precision crafted to very strict tolerances, and thoroughly
tested before being shipped… no whistle leaves my workshop that
I wouldn’t be happy keeping for myself!
The mouthpieces of my whistles are made from black acetal, and are fastened
together with an acetal pin... only close inspection reveals that they
are not one-piece injection molded.
The windway is tapered, which produces a more focused airstream and helps
reduce condensation buildup.
Both Stealth and Journeyman whistles are tunable by sliding the mouthpiece
up and down on the tube.
All tubes are designed to play in concert pitch when warmed up and pulled
out 1/4 the bore diameter... this allows tuning 15 to 20 cents sharp,
and flatter than that if necessary."
Gary Humphrey Jr.
571 Frank Anderson Road
Sparta, TN 38583-7267
U.S.A.
email: raindog1970@hotmail.com
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www.elfsongwhistles.com
These really are beautifully constructed and designed whistles that
are not only a joy to play but are a piece of art in their own right.
Here's a little more from the website:
"We are the makers of Elf Song penny whistles. Elves are busy building
whistles in their workshop, situated on Vancouver Island in the Oceanside
town of Ladysmith, B.C. Canada.
We build handmade whistles in a variety of keys along with our new line
of manufactured whistles. We have whistles with GHB bagpipe fingering
along with tutorial & tune books. Sit back, grab a cup of Chi tea
and have a look around!"
Sandy Jasper
Box 293 Ladysmith B.C.
V9G-1A2 Canada
email:
WhistleComapny@shaw.ca
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