Practicing the three chords f, bb, c7 becomes a joy with this song. The louisiana native american flute circle web site, maintained by paula and byron ellis. Celebrate the native american flute by claassen, dick ebook. The flute tablature can be played on any key pentatonic minor tuned native american flute. Carlos nakai and james demars, canyon record productions, 1996. The native american hymnal and worship resource committee. With fond memories of singing easter hymns, i have compiled 7 lively hymns for two instruments.
Odell borgs gospel hymns native american flute song book with. This is an easy to understand method book for learning to play the 6hole native american flute which can be used by an individual or by groups. You can also get a more precise list by choosing a subcategory, at the left. This book will teach you how to play christian hymns, christmas carols, the blues, and meditative chants on the 6hole native american flute, even if you have no previous knowledge of music. Butchs little horse a minor starter flute is the top selling native american style flute worldwide. If using a mobile device click read more to see full description and scroll the many. High spirits flutes are wood, handcrafted, easytoplay, musician quality, native style flutes that have been proudly made in the usa by odell borg since 1990. Hymns of praise song book for the 6 hole native american flute 1. Song books for native american flutes tagged hymn book. Details about song book for the 6 hole native american flute. The book starts with introduction that covers breathing and playing techniques. Odell borg shares free native flute tabs, instructions on. This book of 19 beautiful hymn melodies for the native american flute is transcribed in nakai flute tablature with finger charts. The four directions traditional and original compositions for native american flute song book, published by rabbitdog publishing, louisville, kentucky, 1999, 34 pages, comb binding and audio cd.
Odell borgs gospel hymns native american flute song book with cd odell borgs gospel spirit song book with cdbecause of the heartfelt and spiritual quality of the native flute voice, it is played in many churches and at religious gatherings so. The songs are written out using tab, as many of you have told me you can then play the songs immediately. The hardcopy songbooks listed in the songbook references page on this site. Occasionally, butch will find special woods like koa, rosewood, tulipwood and others to build a few unique native american style flutes. Favorite hymns in tablature for the native american style flute. Delve into a deeper understanding of the native american flute with this unique collection of songs specifically tailored for this beautiful instrument.
Odell borgs gospel spirit song book with cdodell borgs gospel spirit song book with cd because of the heartfelt and spiritual quality of the native flute voice, it is played in many churches and at religious gatherings. Fingerpicking takes a bit more practice but i prefer it with the hymns. Also included is a section that shows you how to compose your own tunes on the flute, a sound that will harken back to that mysterious, ethereal. Harp and native american flute play hymns and patriotic.
Native american flute song book with cd gospel songs and. Because of the heartfelt and spiritual quality of the wooden native flute voice. The notation graphic system is the same as the one found in the other simple song flute book series, so you will have no problem at all playing these nineteen hymns. Two publications dealing with native american worship resources were published this year. Native american flute song book with cd gospel songs and hymns. Nakai tablature has become the standard method for writing music for the native american flute. No music reading skills are necessary, as all the notations.
Dakota love song 1 dakota love song 2 duck dance firefly, based upon transcripts of frederick burton from 1909. Five exquisite flute solos wpiano accompaniments in one book. Our group is a place where people can find information on native and non native flutes and connect with others. Odell borg shares free native flute tabs, instructions on how. Music for native american flute, volume 1 by jessica walsh. Beginner instructions for the native american flute frequently asked questions and answers about native american flutes free sample songs as pdf files from our song books series for native american flutes. Free free christian flute sheet music sheet music pieces to download from. If you have any native american flute experience and looking for a song book, you will be disappointed.
This is a great song for either strumming or fingerpicking. Butch uses premium cedar and select hardwoods like walnut, maple and aspen. Written by butch hall, in finger picture style tablature, this 28 page book contains a collection of 15 old hymns. Ukulele and native american flute duet for higher ground. Hymns of praise song book for the 6 hole native american flute price includes free shipping within the usa 19 hymns for your 6 hole flutehymns of praise is offered because so many of you have been requesting a hymn book to. Song book of favorite hymn melodies 6hole, flute music from. Its written for the rank beginner, but youll end up playing like a pro. The songs of a people furnish an entrance to their inner life, which, if we would understand them, we cannot neglect. These hymn melodies are wellrecognized and easy to play. Pdf the native american flute download full pdf book download. Song books native american flutes, flute accessories and. This system uses notes on a musical staff to represent finger positions on a flute.
Song books we have songbooks with both traditional and contemporary songs compiled by some of the most notable native american flute authors and players in the world. Then, it explains basic decorations such as grace notes or thrills and describes the pentatonic scale of native flutes. Music has the power to move mountains, and the native american flute is a jack hammer. The instructional recording allows you to progress at your own pace. Native american flute resource download page flutesonline. Songs of the nations american indian music adapted for the native american flute, based upon the transcripts of fracnces densmore. Harp and native american flute play hymns and patriotic songs. Flute sheet music high spirits gospel spirit song book high. All flute makers cedar mountain drums native american. Song book of favorite hymn melodies by david claude rogers. The guitar chords are provided to play along with an aminor flute, but may be transposed to play with flutes in other keys. The music is written in the authors teaching technique. Native american 6 hole flute tutor with a learn to play companion cd recording by laura lee perkins.
This book is for true beginners to the native american flute. Sheet music for 6hole native american flute in simplified finger diagram notation this is an eclectic collection of 36 popular songs and themes that are familiar and easy to play on any properly tuned 6hole native american style flute. Flute 274 free arrangements violin parts can also work as flute parts. Hymns of praise song book for the 6 hole native american flute. Use the following table to transpose individual chords between keys. Native american inspired flutes are tuned differently as each maker has their own method and desire as to how a flute should sound. These are easy to learn, in that many of us grew up singing a number of these songs. This book can be used with any 6 hole flute in any key. With this download, you receive the scores, the harp parts and the flute parts. If using a mobile device click read more to see full description and scroll the many pictures above. You could also filter these songs limit them by type. Playing from ones own heart is but a step along a greater journey. This song book includes a collection of twenty three hymns that are written in both. For novice players, i often suggest three holes closed, three holes open.
Price includes free shipping within the usa hymns of praise song book for the native american style flute hymns of praise is offered because so many of you have been requesting a hymn book to use with your 6 hole. This system was first written about in art of the native american flute, by r. High spirits flutes are wood, handcrafted, easytoplay, musician quality, nativestyle flutes that have been proudly made in the usa by odell borg since 1990. Calm forest is a songbook for beginners and intermediate players who wish to learn how to play native american flute. Folk spirit song book for the native american flute with odell borg by patrick flynn 2005 features. Traditional and original compositions for the native american flute by carl bludts 2003 features. Pdf the native american flute download full pdf book. Holy bible, book divine hymns for the native american flute holy ghost, with light devine hymns for the native american flute holy god, we praise thy name hymns for the native american flute.
Hymns of praise is offered because so many of you have been requesting a hymn book to use with your 6 hole native american style flute. There are many books of transcribed music, as well as web sites that provide sheet music far more music than is in the flutopedia song book. Song book for the 6 hole native american flute hymns of praise ebay. The flute adds a delightful voice, adding melody, harmony, and countermelody to the harp part. The accompaniment and instrumental parts books may also be purchased for download. Enjoy playing familiar songs with your native american flute no musical knowledge is required.
This sample song is from our songbook hymns for the native american flute. Song book of favorite hymn melodies by david claude rogers this book of 19 beautiful hymn melodies for the native american flute is transcribed in nakai flute tablature with finger charts. Omaha prayer the sunrise call, also known as zuni sunrise, based upon an arrangement. Christmas songs and duets sarasvati 2015 available in pdf under a creative commons license. Carlos nakai, douglas spotted eagle, john vames, mary youngbood and more. Native american flute music has traditionally been made up on the spot, by playing what one feels. Also included is a section that shows you how to compose your own tunes on the flute, a sound. Morning star, based upon transcripts of frederick burton from 1909. Pdf download the native american flute free unquote books. Hymns of praise is offered because so many of you have been requesting a hymn book to use with your 6 hole wood flutes. Hymns of praise song book for the 6 hole native american style flute. Christian hymns for the native american flute raymond, jesus, wells, raymond on.
Then, it explains basic decorations such as grace notes or thrills and describes the pentatonic scale of. Wooden flute sheet music woodsounds native american. Favorite hymns in tablature for the native american style. Originally, flutes were not tuned to anything other than how the maker constructed them and this tradition, to some extent, is still carried on to this very day. Ours stem from songs sung by native american, hymns sung by pilgrims and finally secular folk songs that remind us of the old farm. If you are serious about learning to play the native american flute, celebrate the native american flute is the book you need. Experienced flute players will not see finger charts or staff music common in music written for. Hymns for the native american flute with inspirational quotes and sayings arranged and compiled by gary stokum and dr.
Favorite hymns for the native american courting flute by butch hall 1997 features. We have songbooks with both traditional and contemporary songs compiled by some of the most notable native american flute authors and players in the world. No cd with this book this book and cd set will also work on most other 5 or 6 hole tuned native american style flutes. Introduction on how to play and care for your flute along with 22 simple songs. Be still, my soul beautiful prayer for solace, set to sibelius finlandia easy to play.
Each printedshipped book order includes an accompaniment book and an instrumental parts only booklet. Song book for the 6 hole native american flute hymns of. This book with accompanying audio is a detailed guide to learning how to play these songs on the native american flute. Scott has a unique distinction in the world of native american flutes. The practice is so simple and so perfect for native flutes. Here is a wonderful exercise that i learned on my flute path from paul butler, woodwind player extraordinaire. Heres a recording of this one done as an offertory, on native american flute and vocals, complete with mistakes. These books are designed for those who might want to learn to play specific songs on their flute. Free printable flute sheet music and accompaniment tracks for hymn tunes. It is the only hymn songbook we offer with finger charts. Shop and buy music for native american flute, volume 1 sheet music.