Track in the flute depth is very interesting to a complete beginner flute maker
@BlueBearFlutes6 ай бұрын
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@idontlikeit.78224 ай бұрын
Charley, you are a blessing
@BlueBearFlutes4 ай бұрын
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@BlueBearFlutes4 ай бұрын
My friend, you are the blessing! Thank you for watching!
@JosesGarage101 Жыл бұрын
Informative video 👍. Looking forward to se that flute video we talked about.
@bennyhill36425 ай бұрын
My Mom said the same thing rip.. Great vid Thank you 😇👍
@BlueBearFlutes5 ай бұрын
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@dwightotto83442 жыл бұрын
Charlie great tutorial!!
@BrianTownsendFundy4 жыл бұрын
Well said. I was once trying to explain to someone what characterizes a NA Flute from other types so I loosened the tie to move the block and show the track and sound hole area. The block suddenly popped out of my fingers and fell through a small space at the back edge of some stairs and disappeared into an inaccessible crawl space. These things actually happen. Or imagine dropping your little piece of brass into some tall grass where it can be very hard to find. But for me the biggest reason to keep the track in the flute body is that you can get the cutting edge of the sound hole in the middle of the airstream. With the track in the block the airflow is above the sound hole instead of being aligned with it. So now you have to coax the air to drop down to the cutting edge. Just not a good alignment relationship. The track in the flute body really does make the most sense from several aspects.
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely my friend. All of the steps basically which lead me to where we are today! I hope that you are doing well and thanks again for everything. 🙂
@trmwyldshade14824 жыл бұрын
It's fascinating how the Under-surface versus the Over-surface air channels can make such a difference in the creaminess of the Voice… Thank you for the time and effort put into this video.
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Always great hearing from you my friend! 🙂
@RustyGunn74 жыл бұрын
As an intermediate flute maker I prefer putting the track under the blook. It is easy for me, with the tools I own, to makr them this way, and if I mess it up I can make another quick enough. As long as I make them correctly my flutes are not airy at all, but very clean. I eventually would like to make the track in the body, but I am not set up to do so at this time. Thank you Charlie and Jesse for explaining a bit more on this subject.
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Number one, first and foremost, always do what works best for you my friend! It certainly is a good method if you get used to it! It's always great to hear from you!
@RustyGunn74 жыл бұрын
Thank you Charlie.
@RustyGunn74 жыл бұрын
Update: I put the track in the flute body for the first time on my new project this week. A bit intimidating, never having it done this way before. Yeah, it took a bit longer due to not having the proper tools to do it correctly and smoothly (i don't burn, but 'carve' my flutes). But I managed, took my time, and improvised. This flute sounds very clean. I am quite happy about it. Thank you Charlie, these lessons are very good. I do appreciate it.
@evthompson62142 жыл бұрын
I just made my first flute, really didn't know what to do but it turned out pretty good, I have been watching your videos and getting valuable information needed so thanks you so much for all you do,
@BlueBearFlutes2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! We've got tons of videos and tons more on the way!
@unstablekracker14 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy all your videos, they are very good instructional videos and you do a great job teaching the art of making a NAF . i recently purchased your book and i'm waiting for the delivery so i can start building NAF of my own !!! Thank You very much Charlie
@larryshortridge509410 ай бұрын
This is some great stuff.
@BlueBearFlutes10 ай бұрын
Thank You!
@carlosarmandoruiz91764 жыл бұрын
Gracias Charlie, un abrazo desde Costa Rica
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Thank you friend!
@NMranchhand4 жыл бұрын
Super! I just ordered your book and was hoping there was a meaty, detailed discussion of splitting that airflow, and here you are this morning. Can’t wait to get the book.
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙂
@westbows4 жыл бұрын
Love your book so many great tips! I have also purchased you flute kits which were excellent!Thank you for your sharing of knowledge and your always positive attitude. I pray for you and your family to be healthy and happy.
@AlvinHanson17084 жыл бұрын
I'm happier now, thank you. It's cool to look back on and on the future. I was buying a router bit and thought I saw you watching me look for tools. I didn't say much to just be not taking up time or energy during rush hour traffic agendas all that .
@daleharris38962 жыл бұрын
Why do native American flute players always use that fake canyon echo sound? At first I thought my damn flute didn't sound right Andi couldn't get it to sound like theirs. Then the light flicked on. These guys are playing with echo reverb and sound effects of a hawk or stream in the background and in a studio then acting like they are squatting next to a stream or high up in the canyons somewhere. Anyway; I appreciate your honesty and straight forward information.
@JakeSavich4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful instruments
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend!
@barbll0004 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing.
@MsLadyhorse4 жыл бұрын
This is why I pretty much gave up on making tracks that need blocks. I went with Qena style, so my own lip is the air control. I couldn't quite get my blocks to stay sitting perfectly. 😁 Thanks for all the tricks, though. They've been a huge help in my learning.
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
You've gotta see our next videos!
@MsLadyhorse4 жыл бұрын
@@BlueBearFlutes I have notifications on, I watch all your stuff! Thanks, again. There really should be a stronger word than just thank you, but that's all I'm coming up with. Keep the knowledge flowing!
@AdventuresInWetShaving4 жыл бұрын
Charlie great explanation for making a track, thanks! ;) Have a great week and take care, my friend! #Heart
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@pareriksson12934 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, it’s always interesting 🧐 to watch you 👍🌵
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
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@dansflh4 жыл бұрын
This is helpful. I bought your book a couple of years ago, but didn't start making flutes until recently. I have made about a dozen so far and the sound track for me is a challenge. The other challenge for me is the bore. I would love to see a video on tips for getting a proper bore. I think the combination of the two is why I am having issues with airy flutes.
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Hey Dan, if you haven't seen it yet, please check out our video the secret to Native American flute making. It should be quite helpful in the case. Likewise with regards to the bore, it is only minutely important in regards to making a good sound. Thanks again for watching and I look forward to hearing more from you soon!
@fredbeach77204 жыл бұрын
Top quality video, Charlie. Really informative and useful. Thank you. . Kangaroo Flat, Australia. 🦘
@tomcartmill4014 жыл бұрын
Thanks Charlie. More revision is great. Tom
@pamsloan43334 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Love this!
@melvincollins58114 жыл бұрын
It seems to me that there may be times when you WANT that "too airy" sound in a song... Sometimes I like that in a song.
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Specifically with the shakuhachi, I certainly agree. Everything has its place. 🙂
@AlvinHanson17084 жыл бұрын
I made Eastern Ceder f # somevof them are starting to bow and a bit frustrated , It's not easy to carve the track in a block ! Lol 1998 Tacomz wa. I found that out. I will try arson. Happy summer !
@userfixit4 жыл бұрын
Agree with the track as part of the body of the flute. The other methods are complex and could leak air; or sound airy. Not user friendly overall. Stay dry; live long and prosper my friend. -Bob. Athens. GA
@kayo14254 жыл бұрын
Great video. I have learnt so much from your videos. Is there a reason why you make your flute in two halves and not as a whole piece of wood? I have seen some flute makers making them without splitting the wood. I'm not sure how they block off the two chambers. Is it a conscious choice to make it from a split piece of wood?
@marinevet72732 жыл бұрын
Thank you, is the in flute track width the same width of the two sound holes, trying to figure how wide to make it
@BlueBearFlutes2 жыл бұрын
Exactly correct! Great question! Slightly larger is ok, but smaller is not.
@NMranchhand4 жыл бұрын
I assumed, rightly or wrongly, that Ben Hunt offered that 3-piece design because it was easier for youngsters to make with a jack knife. Is that possible?
@BlueBearFlutes4 жыл бұрын
Exactly! 🙂
@Pualleng3 жыл бұрын
Can you make Toyo pan pipe
@ivano8684 жыл бұрын
ciao sono un costruttore di launeddas ,dalla Sardegna ,mi interesserebbe avere delle misure per provare a costruire qualche kiowa ,della quale mi sono innamorato
@AlvinHanson17084 жыл бұрын
Another thing is I dont see order item of your book on Amizon. I have access to ordering things from Amizon , and couldn't find your nook from there.
@NMranchhand4 жыл бұрын
Alvin Hanson You can order it direct from Blue Bear Flutes, on their website, at the same price as Amazon, and with the same free shipping. I just did it.
@Blake-j3g2 жыл бұрын
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@BlueBearFlutes2 жыл бұрын
You have to absolutely be kidding me! I'm so thrilled that you are watching my videos! Thank you! 🙂🙂🙂🙂 Hoping to visit soon!