Native American Flute For Beginners w/ Mark Hawkins

Welcome to the beginnings of a musical adventure with the Native American Flute! It is a simple but magical instrument that for many, appears in their life at just the right moment. We all need creative expression in our lives – a way to connect to people, nature, and spirit. Music helps to fulfill these needs. It’s a wonderful way to communicate feelings that often don’t have an outlet.

Traditional western instruments (guitar, piano, etc.) have a lot of technique to get past before one can feel free to simply create music. But the Native Flute is different. It is low-tech and simple to learn. That’s what makes it unique. Without any musical experience anyone can create soulful expressive melodies. As you begin to play your flute, keep in mind that the breath is your life force, a physical expression of your experiences and feelings. When you play you directly project yourself through this wonderful piece of wood, bringing it to life and bringing your life to the world.  So we will play lots, let ourselves go, be creative, and most importantly, have fun.