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Flutes -
Himalayas
Purchased in Katmandu, Nepal, 1968
From
Graciela's Notes
Himalayan Flute (Left)– It is hand-carved
of rich-grained teak but is not varnished. However, it is
decorated with the same type of smooth metal decorations (as the
flute on the right). All of these flutes have six holes which,
when covered in various ways, produce the rich and warm,
resonant sound. This flute is more common with small groups of
musicians. I bought this flute in Katmandu, Nepal at a small
out-of-the-way shop-typical of folk art during a Christmas trip
in December 1968.
Himalayan Flute (Right) – This is a typical
Himalayan transverse flute. It is hand-carved of rich-grained
teak, varnished and is accented in the native tradition with
smooth metal decorations. It produces a rich, warm resonant
sound. These flutes come in different sizes as they are
handmade. This one is a bit nicer and more ornately decorated
than the ones used by street musicians. I bought this flute in
Katmandu, Nepal in a nice shop during my trip there in December
1968.
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Detail of mouthpiece, Flute on Right
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Detail of mouthpiece, Flute on Left
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more information email: fabrm@lake.ollusa.edu
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