Hand whistle for the wind instrument enthusiasts

Hand whistle for the wind instrument enthusiasts

Ever wanted to play clarinet, oboe, flute or any wind instrument? Perhaps it wasn’t possible to afford such instrument, or the lessons were too expensive. Well, none of that matters because playing music can be as simple as putting your hands together! Just look at this gentleman:

He is playing the hand flute, also known as hand whistle or birdcall. In order to produce sounds one must create a chamber between the palms. Then blow air between an opening at the thumbs and the sound then amplifies.

It may require a bit of practice, but it is more accessible than playing a clarinet right away. You can find online tutorials teaching the skill. We hope you enjoy learning the hand whistle!

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