Choroi Pentatonic Flute - two models

All the Choroi flutes are characterized by a warm, light, flexible tone. Compared with traditional instruments, the Choroi flutes possess a tone that sounds more like a voice than an instrument.
 
This unique tone quality leads to a corresponding style of play. A free outbreathing, rather than an active blowing, forms the foundation for the tone. The tension-free mouth and lip positions also contribute to the tone formation and the warm quality of sound. Accessories included are a wooden cleaning swab and a cotton flute bag. Regular oiling is vital to the flute. Note range: d"-e"-g"-a"-b" -d''' -e'''. We recommend the Choroi high grade flute oil, available separately below. 

The Choroi Traditional Pentatonic Flute is made of pear wood with a removable, exterior tone block. The tone is softer, gentler and more nourishing to the young ear compared to other traditional wind instruments (e.g. the recorder). If you lose your tone block, we carry replacements (below) along with a bit of wax to secure it in place.

The Quinta Flute is a recently developed pentatonic flute made of pear wood without a tone block, and therefore, does not need replacement tone blocks. It has a slightly stronger tone than the Traditional model.

If being played in a group, it is important that all flutes be the same. Hence the reason we are offering both models. If not being played in a group, your choice is a matter of personal preference based on the information provided above by Andrea Lyman, of the Association of North American Waldorf Music Educators. Andrea has graciously offered to answer other questions you might have about the flute and can be contacted through the ANAWME website.

Please note, flutes are not returnable. 

This is a delightful collection of thirty-two short and sweet pentatonic songs for young children. The topics include nature, the seasons and daily activities. Written by Channa A. Seidenberg and illustrated in color throughout by Kingsley Lou Little with charming watercolours you and your children will enjoy.

Help your children learn to play the pentatonic flute or recorder with this booklet and CD set. The simple approach gives you quick success even if you are new to the flute and cannot read music. Progress from very simple songs to more complex. Expanded 2nd Edition.  By David Darcy

Familiar Songs for Pentatonic Playalongs

I've found this to be very easy-to-read and use with pentatonic instruments. Contains sheet music, named notes and "connect the dots" song cards for favorites that are pentatonic but not generally found in Waldorf classrooms...The Farmer in the Dell, Mary Had a Little Lamb, Amazing Grace, Alouette, Tom Dooley and more. Can also be used with the recorder, guitar, piano and psaltery.

Clump-a-Dump and Snickle-Snack

Gnomes, fairies, sylphs, sprites and all the "people" in a child's world animate these forty-two pentatonic songs for young children. The fairy-tale content makes them particularly useful in rhythmic games and plays. Some holiday songs are included as well. Many notations for the lyre. Sweet and dear. 47 pages. Ages 4 and up.

Pentatonic Songs - by Elisabeth Lebret

A delightful collection of 38 songs in the pentatonic scale that will bring joy to family life throughout the year. You'll probably recognize many of them. Nursery rhymes, seasonal and holiday songs so harmonious the children will sing them over and over again. 38 pages. Age 4 and up. Canada.

Listen to a music clip Volume 1

Listen to a music clip Volume 2

Come Follow Me! - CD ~ Volume 1 or Volume 2

Lorraine Nelson-Wolf's clear, soothing voice is full of warmth making her CDs a real listening pleasure not only for children but for us older folks, as well. Available in two volumes, both Parent Choice Award Winners! Please order separately.

Volume One Ranging from reverent to wonder-filled to the whimsical, many of the 25 songs are oriented around nature and the changing seasons. All are simple but beautifully arranged with piano, accordion, harp, or guitar accompaniment. Sure to capture your heart! Ages 2 to 102.

Selections include: Come Follow, Morning is Come, Mother Earth, A Basket Full of Nuts, Come Little Leaves, Michaelmas, Tatus, High and Blue the Sky, November, When Mary Goes Walking, Glimmer Lantern Glimmer, The North Wind Doth Blow, Oh Where Do You Come From, The Mitten Song, Wee Dwarfs, The Owl and the Pussycat, Where are the Froggies, Spring is Coming, White Coral Bells, Tirra-lira-lira, I Know a Little Pussy, Cuckoo, I Had a Little Sailboat, There's a Sun for the Morning, Lula-lula-bye


Volume Two in the Parents’ Choice Award-winning series presents more delightful songs you and your children will love to sing. Simply and beautifully arranged for harp, piano, accordion, guitar, cello, violin, and recorder. Ages 2 to 102.

Selections include: Early One Morning/All the Birds, The Robin, May Day Song (Bedford Carol), The Cuckoo and the Donkey, The Elfin Cap, Blow Wind Blow, Fair Rosa, I Had a Little Nut Tree, The Pine Tree Swing, Autumn Hiking Song, The Carpenters, My Paddle's Keen and Bright/Land of the Silver Birch, On a Frosty Morning, Jack Frost, Jack-O'-Lantern, Saint Martin, I Walk With My Little Lantern, Oh We Are Three Musicians, Autumn Goodbye, It Snows In the Night, The Sleigh Ride, Chickadee, Winter, Winter Goodbye, Oh Angel Mine, Sleep O Sleep/Whippoorwill

CD - Seven times the Sun

This homespun collection is a companion to the parenting book, Seven Times the Sun: Guiding Your Child Through the Rhythms of the Day, by Shea Darian. Intended as a tool for parents, grandparents, and caregivers who desire to learn, "by ear". You'll quickly learn the simple songs and soon will be singing them with children! The songs follow the order presented in the book: Morning Songs, Mealtime Songs, Play Songs, Work Songs, Quiet Songs, Healing Songs, Bedtime Songs, Weekend Family, Personal Renewal, and Peace Songs.