Instrument Discovery: Native Flute

Come curious. Hear it. Try it. Discover what connects with you. Instrument Discovery is a hands-on evening at Horizons Sounds created for anyone who wants to experience instruments beyond simply seeing them on a shelf. During Instrument Discovery: Native Flute, we'll spend time exploring how Native flutes work, the sounds they can create, what makes one flute different from another, and what to listen for when choosing an instrument of your own. We'll be joined by Jonny Lipford, Native flute performer, recording artist and educator, who will guide the evening with live demonstrations, practical insight and plenty of room for questions. You'll hear different flutes, learn how key, size, tuning, wood and construction can affect the playing experience, and have opportunities to spend time with the instruments yourself. You don't need any musical background or previous experience. Curiosity is enough. What You'll Experience An approachable introduction to Native flutes Live demonstrations and listening examples Guidance on differences in key, size, tuning, construction and playing feel Tips for understanding which flute may be a good fit for you Opportunities to ask questions Hands-on time with instruments when appropriate Time after the session to continue exploring and shopping throughout Horizons Sounds This is an opportunity to slow down, learn something new and experience Native flutes in a way that's difficult to do online. Event Details $20 per person Plan for approximately 60 minutes of guided discovery, followed by additional time to browse, ask questions and experience instruments throughout the shop. Advance registration is required. Space is intentionally limited so everyone has an opportunity to participate. Before You Attend No flute or previous playing experience is required. These evenings are designed primarily for adults. Participants ages 13–17 are welcome when attending with a registered adult. Please arrive a few minutes early so we can begin together. Come ready to listen, experiment and discover a flute that may open the door to something new.