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John,
My apologies for not getting back to you sooner. I did receive the flute and love it!
I love everything about it: the finish, the smell, most importantly, the tone. What a difference F# is from E in tone and handling.
I have named it Little Sister Wind, as it is the little sister to the E I have from you.
Thank you so very much for your craftmanship. I believe it is the highest quality available.
Best regards,

Dear John -
Just wanted to write and say thank you so much for the Turtle Island Flute. I don’t even know how to express my appreciation of the quality, sound and craftsmanship with words. It is a masterfully crafted instrument. My dad and I have both been playing High Spirits Flutes for quite awhile and what a step up this was.

Hi John,
I received my flute yesterday. It is a truest beautiful instrument. The curl of the wood especially in the light is stunning. The key of E minor is just right, I can play the higher notes on the flute and the pitch is not so piercing to me. The best part is that I can play as long as I want with no deterioration of the sound (hooray). I am very happy and I appreciate all your help.
Many Thanks,

Hello John,
What a surprise to receive my flute today! I didn’t realize she was ready to go !
I am astonished not only by the amazing beauty of your workmanship but her sound is over the moon !!!
Thank you so much for this work of art. I know I will have so much joy getting to know her as I learn more and more about these wonderful instruments.
What is the Turtle made of? Did you carve her? She is also beautiful.
It must be a nice feeling knowing that something you have put so much thought, expertise, time and energy into it’s creation is going to bring a whole lot of joy to many, many people - for generations to come.
I’ll be back for more.
Peace & gratitude to you,

Hi John,
I had the honor of playing TAPS on your Zebrawood flute in G today at my Dad’s funeral. He died at 102 of COVID and was a WWll veteran.
I took up the NAF during this pandemic and now have four of your wonderful flutes. At a young-at-heart 75, I’m enjoying playing the beautiful flutes that you put so much skill into.
Wishing you well,

Hello John,
After purchasing a F minor Craftsman flute from you I found that I wasn’t happy with the key and was frustrated with wet out. You graciously took back the F minor flute and refunded my money. I then purchased an E minor Craftsman flute (curly maple and leopard wood) with wet out protection. The flute sounds and looks beautiful and the best part is that I can play as long as I want without wet out issues (how wonderful). The key of E minor is just right for me. You told me that the flute would be a little bit of a challenge to play and you were right it is but I’m getting better (less air leaks) and when I play and have no leaks the flute sounds fantastic. I just wanted to Thank You again and let you know I’m a very happy with this flute. Hope you and your family have a great holiday season.