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The professional line of Armenian Tenor Shvi flutes. Tenor Shvi is Armenian national whistle, flute. Made of mountain apricot wild wood from Armenian mountains.
Tenor shvi has a lyrical timbre and is often used in national ensembles. We offer also Low pitch (tav shvi) or Alto shvi
More about Armenian Shvi flute
The shvi is an Armenian fipple flute with a labium mouthpiece. Usually made of wood or bamboo and up to 12 inches in length, it typically has a range of an octave and a-half. The tav shvi is made from apricot wood, it is up to 18 inches long, and is tuned 1/4 lower producing a more lyrical and intimate sound.
External links for shvi flute
- Shvi on wikipedia
- Shvi information at Tripod.com
- More Shvi info at Geocities.com
Morgan –
This is a great instrument. The sound is great, Thanks!