There are four categories of Ancient Territories Native American style flutes. The Backpacker flute, the Craftsman flute, the Collectors flute and the Signature flute. All four are made to the same exact specifications in respect to the sound generating mechanisms. Therefore, they all produce a great, concert quality sound. The difference in price is in proportion to the amount of work that goes into making each type of flute. For more information about each type of flute you may browse the flute and accessory selection menu to the left or click on the images above. Every Ancient Territories Native American Style flute comes with a complete tutorial which will give you all the information you need to get started playing your flute.
I try to maintain an inventory of flutes of each type for sale in my shop. Not all the flutes that I have in stock are shown on this web site. If you don’t see exactly what you are looking for please give me a call to see what else might be available. I can describe the flutes to you and email you pictures of individual flutes. After you order a flute it will be shipped to you within 48 hours. Before calling, please familiarize yourself with all the information provided on the website. This will expedite our conversation. I request that you call after 6 PM Pacific time. This allows me to maintain an uninterrupted flow or rhythm of activity in the shop during the day. Payment may be made by check, money order or by credit card through PayPal.
I will take custom orders for flutes but you may have to wait some time to get the flute you want. Call me and we can discuss your needs and potential delivery time.
Every Native American style flute that I make is guaranteed to meet with your 100 percent satisfaction for sound quality, tuning and craftsmanship. If within fifteen days of receiving your flute you wish to return it you may do so. Please call for authorization. The flute must be in its original condition. You will receive a full refund of your purchase price. The cost of return shipping is your responsibility.
Your First Flute
If this is your first Native American style flute I will offer you some advice that will make your learning experience enjoyable. These guidelines have been gathered from connecting people with the right flute at shows. For your first flute you should get a flute that is comfortable to play. The most important comfort factor is the distance between the finger holes on the barrel of the flute. On a Native American style flute if the chromatic (cross fingered) notes are to be in tune the tone holes must be located farther apart on a lower keyed flute. The lower the key of the flute the farther apart the finger holes are. This is especially true for the ring and index fingers of the left hand. So, a good key for a first time player is A, G# or G. On these flutes your fingers easily cover the holes without having to contort into an unusual position. For someone with large and flexible hands an F# flute is a possibility if they want to work at it a little. No matter how much you like the sound of an F, E, D or C wait till you gain some experience and your fingers get flesible. The second difficulty people have is getting the tone holes completely covered so that no air leaks. I have designed my Ancient Territories Native American style flutes so that the top of the barrel of the flute - where the tone holes are - has a flattened rather than a round surface. This makes it easier for a beginner to completely cover the tone holes of the flute. The size of the tone hole is also important and I make my flutes with medium sized holes. This, I find, is better than a large or, paradoxically, a small tone hole. Finally, I think that a flute with a little weight to it rests more securely in the hands.
- A complete tutorial in booklet form is included with each flute. It has detailed information on flute playing and flute care. In it there is everything you need to know to become a successful flute player. And, if you have any questions you can always contact me by phone or email.
To order an Ancient Territories flute
please Shop Online or contact John at
(760) 365-8312
john@atflutes.com
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