Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
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Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Hi all:
Been lurking awhile.
I’m a happy owner of an Olwell 6-keyed, Pratten-style blackwood flute, and an Olwell keyless Pratten-style blackwood flute, both in D. I’m seeing Patrick next month to get a little work done on the keyed flute and am thinking of ordering another flute. But I can’t decide what. I’m mostly a session player, not in a band, and only rarely play into mics. But it’s tempting to order something the vastly different, like a Rudall boxwood. Just for fun.
Can’t decide. Any recommendations?
Thanks!
Tim
Been lurking awhile.
I’m a happy owner of an Olwell 6-keyed, Pratten-style blackwood flute, and an Olwell keyless Pratten-style blackwood flute, both in D. I’m seeing Patrick next month to get a little work done on the keyed flute and am thinking of ordering another flute. But I can’t decide what. I’m mostly a session player, not in a band, and only rarely play into mics. But it’s tempting to order something the vastly different, like a Rudall boxwood. Just for fun.
Can’t decide. Any recommendations?
Thanks!
Tim
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Go to the next level and order a Chris Wilkes "Rudall" model, or why not go for a good Rudall Rose/Rudall Carte
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
You might want to consider a C or Eflat body or flute.
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
a Bflat will give you a new prospective into flute world.
And you may like somthing like this: http://chrisnorman.com/ :- )
Old flutes are AMAZING, but not to be consigned just to irish music.
And you may like somthing like this: http://chrisnorman.com/ :- )
Old flutes are AMAZING, but not to be consigned just to irish music.
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Either an F flute or a low Bb flute would add some nice variety, or as was suggested earlier a C or Eb body. Pat makes a C and Eb body that will work with your existing D Pratten head and foot.
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
I'd recommend an F flute, they are absolutely a pleasure to play. John Gallagher makes a fantastic one(he made mine keyed one), and so does Dave Copley(he made my keyless one). An F flute paired with bouzouki is about the most heavenly sound I can think of. They play so easily and really have a punch to them.
Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
I'm rather envious of you - it must be very nice to be able to afford 3 Olwells!
I'd say you should get an Eb, C, or Bb (assuming Patrick makes Bb). What's the point in getting another in D?
Obviously it's only my opinion, but I wouldn't describe getting a Wilkes as going to the next level. When you're at the top, you can only go sideways
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I'd say you should get an Eb, C, or Bb (assuming Patrick makes Bb). What's the point in getting another in D?
Obviously it's only my opinion, but I wouldn't describe getting a Wilkes as going to the next level. When you're at the top, you can only go sideways
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Yes, Patrick makes a Bb flute.
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Thanks of the advice, everybody. Sounds like I've got some good options.
Tim
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Hmmm... Lets see.
You have a keyed and a keyless Oil-well.
You'll be seeing Patrick soon.
Your name is Tim.
I know who you are!
I think you should see if he still has that boxwood Nicholson and you should give me your keyed Pratten.
That's what is next.
You have a keyed and a keyless Oil-well.
You'll be seeing Patrick soon.
Your name is Tim.
I know who you are!
I think you should see if he still has that boxwood Nicholson and you should give me your keyed Pratten.
That's what is next.
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Did someone say boxwood Nicholson?
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Take another Pat 6keys flute and sell it to me xD
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
You really don't need another flute.
You need to play what you've got.
You need to play what you've got.
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Certainly the wisest counsel here.Julia Delaney wrote:You really don't need another flute.
You need to play what you've got.
However, if you just can't stand it, I'd say go for a C or Bb. I've got a Burns combo with C and Bb bodies in boxwood. Lovely flute, and a dream for the slower stuff.
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Re: Have Olwell Prattens, what next?
Julia Delaney really typed my thoughts.. Personallly i'm selling all but one (possibly two) flutes in order to become a decent player instead of a hoarder
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