Noseflute and Beyond

[christopher3393]

The one thread for all things noseflute: the instrument AND the music. A lot of weight for one thread to bear. "Beyond" is meant to suggest a virtual universe of at least somewhat kindred instruments, playing styles, and musical results ( dare I even mention the ocarina or the xun?). Anticipate a lively discussion!

 

 

http://nose-flute.blogspot.com/

 

 

 

[christopher3393]

On 9/27/2018 at 3:34 PM, The Computer Audiophile said:

 

If we ask for Scottish nose whistle reviews but you're only interested in Polynesian nose flutes, then your articles unrelated to these flutes will suffer. In other words, we want you to be excited about that which you write because that excitement will shine through in your articles and be of great benefit to the community. 

 

 

Great point! While one doesn't want to indiscriminately embrace all forms with a casual laissez faire attitude, it is crucial to remain open to a wide variety of aesthetic potentials.

 

4 hours ago, Superdad said:

 

Actually, I would welcome reviews of ANY high-end nose flutes!  I have only this entry-level one and have been looking to upgrade:

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/folk-traditional-instruments/grover-trophy-humanatones-nose-flute/

 

 

Well, as you might expect, Dad (may I call you Dad?) there are differences of opinion on this.

 

Briefly, however, the Bocarino Professional model has a lot of advocates among discerning players:

https://www.grothmusic.com/p-12177-bocarina-professional-noseflute.aspx

 

  

 

However, in 2016, the Bocarina's creater surfaced with a fresh design! In the further development of the Bocarina Noseflute the labium was optimized extensively. It is the core of the Bocarina Pro and is made of sturdy ABS plastic. Unlike the classic Bocarina, this core is surrounded by a wide, ergonomically shaped, soft and flexible Liloflex (TPE) rim that adapts beautifully to the face's shapes. The range is even greater and the precision of the tones even more accurate than the classic model. 

https://www.danmoi.com/noseflute-clarytone-bocarina-pro-the-even-better-bocarina.html

 

     

 

 

(picture on right showing both models in a color that approximates red)

 

A more detailed comparison is in order.

[sphinxsix]

Khmu.

 

And some other kind of nose flute. The virtuoso player's technique reminds me of Rahsaan Roland Kirk..

 

[pkane2001]

2 hours ago, christopher3393 said:

 

Great point! While one doesn't want to indiscriminately embrace all forms with a casual laissez faire attitude, it is crucial to remain open to a wide variety of aesthetic potentials.

 

 

Well, as you might expect, Dad (may I call you Dad?) there are differences of opinion on this.

 

Briefly, however, the Bocarino Professional model has a lot of advocates among discerning players:

https://www.grothmusic.com/p-12177-bocarina-professional-noseflute.aspx

 

  

 

However, in 2016, the Bocarina's creater surfaced with a fresh design! In the further development of the Bocarina Noseflute the labium was optimized extensively. It is the core of the Bocarina Pro and is made of sturdy ABS plastic. Unlike the classic Bocarina, this core is surrounded by a wide, ergonomically shaped, soft and flexible Liloflex (TPE) rim that adapts beautifully to the face's shapes. The range is even greater and the precision of the tones even more accurate than the classic model. 

https://www.danmoi.com/noseflute-clarytone-bocarina-pro-the-even-better-bocarina.html

 

     

 

 

(picture on right showing both models in a color that approximates red)

 

A more detailed comparison is in order.

 

My experience with nose flutes is absent any additional hardware, usually while asleep. My audience doesn't seem to appreciate the performance that much, I believe it's just not hi-def enough. But I continue to practice. One day I'll get better!

 

[sphinxsix]

19 hours ago, pkane2001 said:

My experience with nose flutes is absent any additional hardware, usually while asleep. My audience doesn't seem to appreciate the performance that much

Their lack of appreciation may be caused by the fact that you probably use (nasal or throaty) fuzz effect..

[christopher3393]

On 9/28/2018 at 6:34 PM, pkane2001 said:

 

My experience with nose flutes is absent any additional hardware, usually while asleep. My audience doesn't seem to appreciate the performance that much, I believe it's just not hi-def enough. But I continue to practice. One day I'll get better!

 

 

You, sir, are not alone! Consider trying one of these:

 

[austinpop]

Breathtaking thread!

[Confused]

20 minutes ago, austinpop said:

Breathtaking thread!

I have a cold today.  So this is not my favorite thread.

[christopher3393]

22 minutes ago, Confused said:

I have a cold today.  So this is not my favorite thread.

 

Sorry to read that. There is a work-around:

 

[Superdad]

@christopher3393  First cow music now this? You are a weird dude!  And I mean that in a [mostly] good way. 

Just came upon this thread of yours while eating my breakfast cereal, and milk nearly came out my nose! Guess that would go in the nose fluid thread and note this one on nose flutes.

[christopher3393]

Noseflute solo begins at 1:45