Pentatonic native flute - Double flute in C minor 440 Hz

This native double flute tuned in C minor with pentatonic scale, 440 Hz, is made by Iván Zambrano from Mocoa, Putumayo, Colombia. 

Putumayo has a rich culture of wind instruments, where the Andean meet the Amazon. Ivan is medicine musician and works since 16 years with flutes. 

In nearly all instruments you will find a piece of wood which was thrown away.

Recycling woods - rescuing ancestors

The instruments are made of trees and plants which for many years were cultivated by Mother Earth. After a while of practicing, experimenting with many flutes - from the Andes and other parts of the world, he wanted to collect woods from different parts of nature. This is when he decided to go to the places where they through away the remains of woods, and he called this project of his life: "Recycling woods - rescuing ancestors". 

Each instrument has its own essence and vibration, its own soul. So when you play the instrument, it´s like playing a soul, because the woods, bamboos and reeds, before they were taken from earth, were alive. And respecting this energy, the instruments are created.

This native flute is handmade, a unique pieces. We will assist you with any questions when purchasing this pentatonic double flute tuned in C minor.