Make your Own Native American Flute for under $3! No Power Tools!
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- Опубликовано: 26 авг 2024
- Make your Own Native American Flute for under $3! No Power Tools!
People are always asking me where they can buy certain materials for making flutes.
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In this video I will show you how to make a flute without power tools from start to finish using a common every day item that you can find in almost any hardware, big box, or home improvement store!
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WARNING! This video is very descriptive. There is a lot of talking and explanation!
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For more great videos on making and playing Native American Flutes, please be sure to subscribe and give us a thumbs up please! We're also on Facebook and Instagram @bluebearflutes
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It's good too see that people like you are respecting and keeping our Native American culture alive, beautiful flute by the way.
Today I learned how to make a flute. I had no desire to do so, but I feel like my life has been enriched by this and I haven't even made the damn thing yet. Thank you for the video sir! You earned my sub :)
Best comment yet!
Never thought about getting good bamboo this way. after watching this the first time made a run to the store and sure enough there were two big boxes full and on sale for less than two dollars each. they probably thought I was nuts sorting through the filled boxes but came up with some great pieces. thanks for all the time you spend teaching people like me
You're welcome my friend! Wait until you see what we make some of our next flutes out of!🙂
I've been doing the same thing . However somewhere the other day driving around my area I seen a patch of bamboo right on the road with a lot of dead ones . I drove around this morning hoping to remember where I seen it so I could stop and ask if I could have some . Being old I couldn't remember where I seen it ?
I like that you dont speed up videos much, and you talk instead of puting in a music track
Me too
After 2 failed attempts I finally made my first flute out of bamboo! Thank you for sharing this info and providing an in depth tutorial!
I'm so glad to hear of your success! Don't let any of the failures get you down either, they can be as big as help as anything!
Keep on talking Charlie. Some of us appreciate it. We learn a lot from it.
Thank you a thousand times! 🙂
Yes keep talking I'm a teenager I like knowledge from people who have done this a thousand times 👍
Couldn’t find yer man who thumbs down you🤣🤣. I loved your Health and Safety talks - like a teacher at primary school who taught us sewing and said “now girls you must never put pins in your mouth “ and yes she had a dozen pins in her mouth🤣🤣
Hey, thanks for watching! These days you cannot see the thumbs downs on videos. About two years ago RUclips removed that feature. I believe they thought it was for morale. Also, it never has mattered if someone gives a thumbs up or thumbs down since RUclips's algorithm only considers it an interaction! 😅 Glad that you like my health and safety talks! I have to be sure to include more of those in the future!
Thank you so much. I have started my very first flute. I Am 66 yrs old. I am so excited!!!
Don't give up! It's easy! And thank you so much for watching!
Wow, that was the best 57 minutes I've spent today! Now I will watch your other videos. Thank you.
One of my favorite comments yet! Thanks! And please do!
Charlie, you are very much appreciated. It's generally dry listening to any type of how to video but tuning into this,your video, there was no dry moments. I mostly just sit alone and work or what ever and watching your video it was very refreshing, like having a friend just sitting there with me sharing fun great stuff. Thanks Charlie
Thank you my friend for your kind words! I do have countless other such videos! Please check them out!
My son and husband want to make this for a school project. You did great making this flute! Hopefully we will also have success!
I have hundreds of other videos that will help!
Don't understand why someone would thumbs down your videos. I got a basic understanding of the theory and manufacture of NAF's from your videos and have through years have made many and Japanese Shinobue, Sakuhachi, Irish, and Arabic flutes. Great fun and learning experience that started with your videos. There is no shortage of mean and egotistical people in the world, but that gives the whole balance, I would think. I myself am very grateful for your information and instruction. Have a great New Year Brother.
Thank you so very much for your kind words my friend! It is as you say all about balance. It's unfortunate too that if their become less angry people in the world, the anger of those left is quite immense! It is a game we all have played for generations and for eons. I promise if I figure it out, I'll make a video about it ;)
Blessings to you as well and please keep in touch!
I just made my second bamboo NAF in G and it plays well. The fundamental note came out a little flat, but I'm calling it a success! I also made a PVC flute in F that plays really well. I wish I could upload picks. Thanks brother, you've lit a fire in me! I like making them as much as playing... Very meditative.
I'm very glad for you! And it very much is meditative my friend! Feel free to send a picture to bluebear@bluebearflutes.com.
Hey don't stop talking I'm a young teenager I like knowledge it's always nice to get info from someone who has done it a thousand times what's good to do and what's best to do thankyou for sharing God Bless 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thanks!
My wife is the musician and singer in the family. She has a fantastic voice, Me? I couldn't carry a tune in a bucket, and I can't play anything. But I love watching talented, skilled people make things, whether it's a Native American flute, a Japanese katana (something I know considerably more about), or a little hand carved gnome to hang on a Christmas tree.
I love watching you work, and it's nice to hear what you're doing as you do it. Too many supposed "how-to" videos are made without any talking, and darned if I can tell what they're doing, or why they're doing it.
Thank you so much.
Mound Ville is such a beautiful spot. Went up there on a school field trip when I was little and I’ve always wanted to go back since. Love the flute and it sounds amazing. It’s amazing what you can accomplish with just the stuff you listed off.
The mound sites are definitely beautiful! I've got family that were born beside four of them, I grew up on one and there's one named after my family! To say the least, they're very special to me!
my friend you are obviously gifted at your craft, and I would add a great teacher. and made my first flute from watching this video I was so excited that it actually makes a pleasant sound.
That is wonderful! Keep up the good work! Thanks for your kind words!
Blue Bear Flutes, you son of a blue Bear flute making genius, I had to wait for the near end of this video so I could enjoy the results of your work... Thank you brother, it was worth it... I subscribed before I knew it. All I wanted was directions to make the flute from natural elements... You succeeded heavily on more than my ill equipped expectations. God bless you brother and thank you.
Hey thanks! We actually have tons of other videos doing this as well!
Making one of these has been on my craft list for a bit. You are a master craftsman.
Thanks and good luck!
Love your video's, keep doing what ya doing, don't worry about negative people. I laughed at the end, the cicadas were very loud, and as soon as you said we eat cicadas, they went silent. Cheers from OZ.
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I love your videos and i believe you are a true role model. Thank you for being such a beautiful soul and spirit. I appreciate you sharing your passion with us all.
Thank you so very much Skylyr! I can't say that I am a good role model, but I promise I will try to be! Take care my friend. Thanks so much again for your kind words!
Great video, I made 2 bamboo flutes. They really came out nicely and they sound awesome. It was pretty simple to do.
No matter how good you are at what you do, there will always be someone out there who doesn't like it. Haters just hate, it's what they do. Their opinions don't matter at all. Keep on doing what you do for the rest of us who enjoy learning. Aho!
I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for teaching me something new and remarkable.
Glad you liked it! I have a lot more videos for you to check out! Thanks for watching.
Best video I have always searched for
My friend, we just posted another one for making a flute for under $3 that is collapsible and will fit in your back pocket! And it is even a low tone! Additionally, we have hundreds of other videos on making the flute. Thank you so much for watching!
Very nice video. That flute sounds amazing!
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I was listening to you speak on the podcast Folk Craft Revival. I made a flute before, but it didn't work very well. I am going to try again. I have a bamboo patch that is calling my name. The cane patch is very skinny, but I will see what I can find there as well. You've inspired me!
First time watching, love the video .now I want to make one for my granddaughter
Beautiful flute you created. I like how you played for the bird. On my 2nd attempt I almost created a bamboo flute. So close. Learning a lot. Couple scratches and cuts on the hands add to the fun. How satisfying it will be to create a flute out of a piece of bamboo. Thank you. Be well.
Thanks again my friend! Be careful, don't give up and check out some of my other videos, chances are I have one to help with the difficulty you're having.
@@BlueBearFlutes Thank you. Being careful while enjoying the process of making a flute out of bamboo. You definitely have a video that answers every question I can think of. Much appreciated. Be well.
I did make my own flute following his instructions. And it sounds good; I have made high C, G#, A#, F#, F and key of E.👍
WOW WHAT A AWESOME THING TO LEARN TO MAKE GREAT VIDEO THANKS FOR TEACHING ME I LOVE THE FLUTE
I play naf now for about 6 weeks. Bought one in Holland.. Another in the USA and my 3rd will be a Drone I bought from a lady in the USA. I goes well. Now for about a week I started to collect forest material and bamboo to make my flutes. Your videos are so inspiering. Thank you. I made now an ocarina that plays a deep tone.. Verry nice. In a couple of days I will start on my first hand made naf. Thank you for all of your kind words about trees and birds and wind. I live in Belgium but I feel the spirit behind all the story's you tell. Once again... You are an example for me.
Thank you à hundred times for all of the work you put in making those learning videos.
Tom.
Thank you so very much! Keep in mind we also make flutes for sale on our website bluebearflutes.com! Some of those you may not have seen on our videos yet.
amazing I love the sound and the connection to mother earth when you hear this
hahaha at the thumbs down guy shoutout! I've been following you for a while and your videos have been really informative (got the book too). I've made many flutes. They look cool but never play. Thanks Charlie
Send me a contact through my website, I'll help you make them play! 😊
Thank you! Great demo and tutorial, but thank you also for sharing that evening outside and playing at the end.
You bet! More coming soon! Thanks for watching. 🙂
Sounds BEAUTIFUL
My favorite instrument Reddog keep making them thanks
You bet!
thank you , I enjoyed the video , I'm trying to make a flute for my grandsons . just need to get the sound just right . Thank You
I did this Charlie. It plays so good I made 2 more and next I'm going to do a drone . Oh , and one of them I made either a loon or a woodpecker depending on how I decide to paint it .
Wonderful my friend! I have total confidence in you!
Thank you loved the video many blessings. Looking forward makeing one. My p.v.c one sounds amazing Thank you again for ur wisdom and teaching.
Thank you my friend for watching! Please remember to like, subscribe and share my videos with your friends!
I love to go to sleep listening to native american flute music. You make that look easy.
It easy my friend!
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You are talented! My uncle was Black Foot... he would make me flutes when I came and visited him. I really don't know what type of tree he used, but he would carve the bark off in a way that made it into a sheath for the whistle. He has passed away, but I've kept the last flute he made me. :)
That's very nice Holly! My grandfather taught me how to make that same whistle and it is what turned me into the flutemaker I am today. Thanks so much for watching! 🙂
Thank you for teaching how to make a beautiful musical instrument that blends with Nature.
Just Excellent!
Charlie, you are Wizard with minimal tools. Just re-enforces the need for less tools.
Thanks so much.
-Bob. Athens. GA
And a thumpin good one too, to quote Hagrid!
Thanks my friend.
thats awesome...I'm trying it soon, but I'm going to do it in the shop. When I get a better feel for it, I'll rock it outside old school
Don't forget that we have hundreds of other videos on making these flutes as well! Thanks for watching!
Always good to spend time with you. And the flute came out sweet as usual... I admire your 'ear' for tuning the holes at the end.
Thank you for your kind words my friend!
@@BlueBearFlutes I had seen it done with a 'tuner' and explaining how to gradually tune each sound hole, etc. Knowing that and watching you just do it by ear makes me smile, understandingly...
@@johnw65 thank you so much for your kind words my friend! I actually have another video where I do that with my eyes closed! Unfortunately, the algorithms hide it from the public although it is still on my channel.
Thank you so much for this tutorial!! You are amazing! I actually attempted it and after 3 hours of trying my flute sound came out which brought tears to my eyes!!! I probably made my blowing holes a bit too big because I felt I had to blow very very gently in order to do the lower note otherwise I would go to the next octave. Thanks a lot again! 🙏
Thanks so much for watching and your kind words! Sometimes the air pressure needed varies, but there's always a good idea to try everything! I do have videos on fixing that!
@@BlueBearFlutes thanks! I'll check that out and probably get your book as well. Feels like you have to make your own mistakes many times to really understand what's best. Even a video is not enough :) have a great day. Many blessings.
@@yanncourtel8538 Thank you! I agree totally, however, I do try to share information about my own mistakes/successes which might give you a little edge. 😉
Thank you my brother 🤞 for all that you do
Keep an eye out for some excellent new videos my friend! Thanks for watching!
Hello Charlie, you are a talker and you are a doer, and I like to hear you talk as much as I see you doing things.
Do the same as you always do.
Thanks so much Ronald!
Just awesome. Your are so skilled and talented with perfect pitch too. Thank You..
Thanks Judy!
I’m scoring the bamboo in a few minutes. First time. I’ll go slow and steady and safely. Thank you so much for your time and your words. Words are vibrations just as the sounds of a flute or drum or rattle, and life itself.
Thank you my friend, so many people forget that these days!
Back to basics…! What a most excellent video, wonderful flute and beautiful music. Thank you.
Thanks my friend! More to come soon! Just wait for one of the next videos! 😊
So I made ur flute some flutes out of bamboo n it was amazing n I fell in love with it.then I saw how u used a burner to the holes n the flutes to help it make the sound better.but u should not use them on bamboo.everything was working out great until I burn the whole n then no sound came out .
U did tex me back n said Wonderful n when I was done give u a vedio .but when I burn the wholes of all of them .I realized I should have ck with the first or even then the second one .I did them all n made about 20 of them .ok anyway ,I bought the machine to make my flutes.5 speed Benchtop wood Lathe.Im so excited because I saved my old ones .the ones made out of bamboo with burn wholes .anyway again .now U bought this machine n gonna try again n match up the whole.my son has the other machine n I bought the tool to make the holes .once again I'm gonna try with real wood this time.I want to make Indian flutes .I really enjoy the sounds of them .
I hope u catch my tex n remember me n respond back.Once I start making my flute I will metion u .after this type I believe it's n H flute .u will c in time .I just bought this machine .n I work cleaning houses so my next day off I'll b practicing on some wood from Lowes .I can't wait .thanks again for inspiring me...debbiedo
Hey debbie, I do have a new video coming out very soon where I am making a wooden flute by hand with a knife. It may be a little easier than you think. I'm glad to hear of your success. I have used a torch and burning tools on bamboo for years! Please keep me posted as to your results. Take care and be very careful! 😁
Lol... Don't let the haters get to you. Great video, I learned a lot about how to make a flute.
If this video wasn't enough, we have quite a few more that you could check out! ruclips.net/user/bluebearflutes
Also, take of yourself my friend! RUclips is the only place that haters count for anything and it's even positive! (They are a view and an interaction!)
Charlie you've done it again. Thank ypu so very Much. Because of you flutes are very easy to make and have of your own. Nice video.
That's what I strive for Jo! Thank you so much for watching. Keep in mind we have several new video series which will be coming out soon! There's also some very comical videos, too!
@@BlueBearFlutes thank you so much again. You sre very well creative and your video is very strong and give specific instructions to follow. Keeps the spirit alive.
@@jom6508 I'll be posting the dimensions on my website Flute Making page in a few minutes.
@@BlueBearFlutes thanks good lads good deeds
OMG such an awesome video. Thank you so much for your caring. I definitely have to try this. The native American flute plays the most beautiful music that speaks to my soul. God bless
Thanks for watching! Wait until you see the next video we post!
Great sounding flute, i discovered at my Menards garden center they had some bigger sized bamboo stakes this summer. I have now made 3 flutes with the bamboo and all sound very good, I have been following your videos now for a couple of years and thank you so much for sharing your knowledge .High five to ya.....PS i have made many thin wall pvc flutes and two branch flutes all from following your videos.
I am honored my friend! Thanks for watching! We have lots of videos to come!
Thumps up to you sir! I've made some flutes from bamboo just like you did & sound awesome..planning to make much more! Thankyou
Thank you so much. 🎉I really enjoyed it & want to do wooden flutes, but think this is probably a better beginning to created a good understanding of the
Instrument. ❤
I do have other similar videos that you may enjoy. Please be sure to check out as many as you can and share them! Thanks so much!
I cicadas too not eat the sound that is . Beautiful flute.
Charlie, you and your wife make great videos. You are inspiring.
Thanks so much Frankie! There are still so many more videos that need making!
Thank you for your effort making this video sir and of course for stories you have shared. Hats off 🙌🏽 Thank you for this!
I can't wait to try and make one of these although I have to say I am tone deaf lol and not sure if the notes will sound right after listening to ya'll talk about making certain sounding notes love that you make these videos thank-you
No problem my friend! I have other videos on tuning as well. Check them out!
What an amazing hobby! I love the passion you have for flute making, totally going to try to make a PVC or tiki torch one! Definitely will be watching more vids.😌
Be careful! We have other videos of making flutes without any power tools, and of course with tools as well. You can do it! 🙂
For busting out bamboo nodes, I use a piece of 1/2 inch steel electrical conduit that I sharpen on the edges, and it works well to cut the nodes away from the inner wall.
Great work! In my first flute experiment (pre-You Tube) I used the same tools you did. Decent result, but not the best. My bamboo section had no nodes. Had to use a flat, smooth stick glued inside to form the track. My sound hole was a simple crescent(beveled). Of course, I had to seal the mouth end, except for the track opening. Flutes sound good in big warehouses, or even caves.
Great! And I agree about the acoustics of big open spaces. It just "feels" like it is where music should be played.
I have been watching your videos. I love your teaching style. I finally attempted making my own. The first was a squealing disaster but I got it to make a sound! A few more later I made the the track first. The sound was deep and lovely. Now I'm afraid to put the fingerings in. Ill lay it aside until lve had more practice. Thank you again for sharing your passion the native American flute.
Thank you for your kind words! I'm so glad to hear that your food making experience is turning out great! One way to determine where the fingerings need to be placed would be to check some of the schematics for my videos for our book. Likewise, if you can send me a picture or diameter and length measurements of your flute, I could send you back the hole placements. 🙂👍
A great teacher and his tutorials are 10 star.I have learned so much from Charlie including a hobby that helps me pass my aging days Thank you Chief Charlie
Thank you so very much my friend! I'm glad you like the videos!
Nice! I love this! So inspiring. Thank you for taking the time to teach us all how to create this amazing instrument. I like how you talk your way through your videos with detail. The sound of the Cicadas and birds were beautiful and the sound of the flute was heavenly! The use of the bamboo and using a product that most can get their hands on was great! Thank you again.
Thank you for your kind words. 🙂
very nice tutorial. your comments along the way are informative and entertaining. thanks!
And real! Thanks so much for watching my friend! You're greatly appreciated!
Always a pleasure to watch and learn.......thanks!
Thanks my friend!
This is my first video ever watching of you and i am completely IMPRESSED!! THANK YOU for sharing. Now, i am going to watch another one, or 10. Haha. Then, i am going to try to make a flute. I just happen to have some bamboo laying out back that i cut down but didnt put in the garbage yet. I dont see how anyone could thumbs down your videos. Haters gonna hate. Hahaha You ROCK!! 👍✌
Thank you so much, it was wonderful watching & listening. 💜
I love the sound of these flutes. This is the first of your videos I have watched and I enjoyed it very much I( will have to watch the othjers.
Thank you Ernie. There's a lot more to see and many more to come!
This is amazing. I was gonna spend like 100 dollars on a flute off etsy (that's alot to me cause I'm a cheap bastard) but with this I made my own for three bucks and its amazing!!!! I love it!
And even more importantly, you have the experience doing it! Thanks for watching!
Yay! Another long video! Can’t wait to watch it all through!
I’m sure it’s gonna be great 😁
This one's a little long however I did cut it shorter than it would have been! I hope you like it.
thanks its 1/20/2021 love this
Thank you for your contribution to the world of our great ancestors. May the creator continue to bless you and your family......
Thank you my friend! Your consideration is greatly appreciated! Thank you for your kindness.
I use the same blade when I carve detail,had a few slips which made a few nicks,my blade also has to be tightened from time to time,was completely mesmerised watching you.
I've used them to there nice till you slip 🙂 it hurts but there very sharp so it's nice for carving
This is the first material i tried that you suggested, and it worked! I made a native american flute (traditionally tuned, but i accedentally tuned perfectly to Ab) and a transverse flute. The native flute turned out better!
That's so cool! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skill. liked and subscribed.
So many other videos I've made like this, too! Check em out! Thank you!
Thank you so much for sharing this video.
Such Beautiful works of art
And to your childhood stories I enjoyed them thank you. To your lovely wife you are an awesome film director 💕
Thank you so much!
I love the sounds of cicadas - reminds me of so many fun times in summer as a child or just relaxing summer days. Ty for sharing how to make these. My daughters and I want to join a local flute circle and don't have the money to buy any yet, so you just helped us come up with a homeschool project.
Nicely made flute. I have made a few flutes and they turned out pretty fair. I'm working on a few old damaged acoustic guitars and getting them back into playable condition again at the moment during our winter months. Like most guitars they have neck angle issues, so the necks have to be carefully removed and reset back on properly to the right angles. I plan on making a few more flutes in the spring in different keys and a give a few as gifts to other people (some young kids wanting to learn music). Being on a pension, I pick-up few old skids and make flutes from them out of the wood people no-longer want and normally burn for heat in the winter months. They do make good durable flutes that will last and be enjoyed long after I am gone. Thanks for the video.
The mosquitos buzzing in my ear really make me feel at home lol. Thank you again for sharing this craft with us!
Just wait until you see our next video!
Thank you for sharing!
Hey, you bet my friend! Please be sure to check out our other videos as they are numerous and help with every aspect of flute making!
I have purchased 4 flutes in different keys and all made of wood. I’ve been thinking of making one out of clay since I am a potter and have easy access to an extruder to make the tube. I just need to know how to make the holes and track. This video helps. I love the sound of the flute you made. Very good instructional video.
Thank you for your kind words! You will definitely love some of our upcoming videos!
Wow źo mooi dit ga ik ook proberen 😉leuk om jou bezig te zien zo rustig en goed uitgelegd heb weer wat bijgeleerd dank u om te delen toppie 👍👏👏👏
Thank you Charlie! I’ve made two flutes from this video, my first ones ever. Thank you for showing me how!
You bet my friend! Thanks for watching!
Awesome video. Thanks for the great production. You didn't speed it up or play music. It was like sitting on the ground with you watching. Awesome.
We have others like it too and hopefully you'll forgive me for the ones where I speed up and play music!🙂
Simply amazing
Wow thank you for that beautiful sound.☺
Sigues siendo mágico, gracias Charlie
Gracias a usted amigo.
This was awesome, thanks for the tutorial!
I’m the other guy but I like your flute it sounds outstanding.
No worries Bernard, we're all friends here! Thanks so much for watching my friend!
Thanks for sharing.. I'll try it ans share my flute pic.
Keep on making your videos. I always learn something and it is always entertaining, good natured, and family friendly. Thanks!!!
Thanks for watching and for your kind words my friend!
Crazy impressed.
Also, no, you do not talk too much. You just made me want to watch more of your stuff. You are the Bob Ross of flute making!!! (Meant as a huge compliment) loved the video
@@billyjeffersoniv4344 Words couldn't express my appreciation for your kindness! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
Very cool!
Can you please give me measurements of how long the peice is and the measurements between the holes. Always have been fascinated with indian flutes and really want to learn to make one
Thanks for this, Charlie. Tiki torches are my main source of flute material these days, so it was great to see you cover the fine points of using them.