www.overton.de

These are truly wonderful whistles, and each one is hand made for tone and quality and carry a lifetime guarantee. These are not just whistles but also a work of art. Here is an extract from their website:

Overton Whistles are called by the name of their developer Bernard Overton. The Overton whistles were designed in the late 60s and in that time have become a most sought after item for the whistle player. The Overtons offer a range of whistles from high F (Soprano) all the way down to Low G (Bass Baritone) including all flats and sharps. All whistles are made of an aluminium alloy. Each whistle is hand made so no two are identical and you can be sure to have your own unique instrument although they all have the unmistakable OVERTON sound. All instruments carry a lifetime guarantee and are supplied with a bag and certificate of authenticity.

email goldie@overton.de

 

 

 

www.daveshaw.co.uk

Dave Shaw makes fabulous whistles. Here is an excerpt from his website:

SHAW whistles are a sweet  toned instrument, individually voiced to give maximum performance. The whistle is a tapered design, handmade in solid nickel silver sheet with a carved hardwood block,  the lower keys having a metal lined wind way. They are assembled using lead-free solder.

Dave Shaw
2 Shafto Cottage
Craghead
STANLEY
Co Durham
DH9 6DW

Phone: +44 (0)1207 231474

email: dave@daveshaw.co.uk

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

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

 

 

livingwoodnativeflutes.yolasite.com

Dickie Lee makes beautiful sounding Native American Flutes that are a joy to play and to own. Here's what his website says:

The journey I am on has been a long and winding one but making Native American style flutes has been a part of a healing process for me like no other therapy or medicine I could receive.I would like to thank Creator for giving us the knowledge to make such wonderful soulful instruments from the beginning. And to those who have come before me and shared their wealth of information of how to make them from word of mouth and personal teachings handed down from generation to generation, in books, the internet and video.

livingwoodflutes@googlemail.com 

Tel:(+44)01348 871921

 

 

www.seventhwavemusic.co.uk

These are beautiful handcrafted flutes from the finest woods. Here's what the website says:

These traditional wooden flutes are individually hand-carved from various indigenous woods, most of which are sourced from the moors. The instruments are based on an original Native American design which Nigel has adapted and developed into a flute that plays the songs of this ancient land.

Lower Merripit Farm,
Postbridge,
Dartmoor, 
Devon,
England.
PL20 6TJ

phone - 01822 880301
fax - 01822 880301

email - info@seventhwavemusic.co.uk