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Spirit of Tatanka Flute

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'Lakota Spirit of Tatanka' Flute It was a warm, sunny afternoon and my hands were busily creating a flute that was ordered by a very respected customer. But, for some reason, my mind drifted for a few moments and I began to think about the great Lakota Nation and the buffalo hunts that enabled them to live the fine life style that they were eventually deprived of. I felt saddened and unsure of why my thoughts had drifted into that direction. I continued to let these thoughts flood through my mind as I rested my hands from their loving task. It was then that the Creator (Grandfather) gave me a vision of a flute which I feel he wanted me to create. This is the Flute that I saw and created in honor of the Lakota Nation and the great Buffalo. The Black Walnut represents the fertile land upon which the great Buffalo ran free so many years ago while the Spirit of the Tatanka (Buffalo Totem Block) watches as the time of change looms heavily in the future. The white ash represents the people who came to the land of both the Lakota and other great nations and who made their homes alongside those who already had their homes here. The red Bloodwood banding honors those who fought and died to keep what they thought was theirs in this ever changing world. Like the Ash and Bloodwood banding, lets all strive to live in peace and harmony!This is a very special flute to me, not only because of the way its' design came to me but for the purposeful meanings behind its creation. These flutes will be created in the key of F#, which history indicates to have been the more traditional key, and in the key of G (your choice). Expecting no less from future creations, the original flute has a wonderful, vibrant tone and is responsive to the player's every desire which is limited only by the player's imagination, be they beginner or of professional standing. This is a flute that will want to be played and one which a new owner will be proud to display. This flute was issued as a limited edition. All have been sold so I am unable to create more. However, I can create something similar so if you have an interest in this style of flute please contact Waking Spirit at Waking Spirit's Mail Box |
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