Flute Recording Artist Endorsements

Native American Flutes by Ed Hrebec Endorsed by Mark Holland

Endorsed by Mark Holland/Autumn's Child

"What a beautiful honor to receive flutes from Ed!"

"Spirit Of The Woods Flutes convey the beauty of nature and the
Northwest... Ed's flutes sing with clarity and strong voice. I love the big sound found in his flutes along with the precise tuning and clean tonality. These Plains-Style flutes are one of a kind.

Ed is a skilled and gifted craftsman in a class of his own, making flutes with a unique sound and look. Ed is also very personable and helpful to the client and offers flutes in every key from High A to Low F#. Amazing!

S.O.T.W. Flutes are easy to control from loud to soft without jeopardizing the intonation. I have added all of his 28 keys to my collection and am finding good use for them in concerts and recordings."

blessings, Mark Holland/Autumn's Child

2006 Just Plain Folks Music Award Nominee (Best World Music Album) "Progressive World".

2006 Just Plain Folks Music Award Nominee (Best Native American Song) "Good Things Happen When It Rains".

2006 Just Plain Folks Music Award Nominee (Best Native American Song) "Wacheva".

2006 Indian Summer Music Award Nominee (Native Spirit Category) "Visions & Dreams".

2004 Native American Music Award Nominee (Native Heart category).

http://www.autumnschild.com

Endorsed by Peter Phippen

“My Spirit Of The Woods Flutes have a strong, bright, clear and robust tone and are exquisitely tuned. I have only been endorsing three flute makers but I have just added a fourth. Ed's Padauk Ultra Low G# is the sweetest sounding Native American Flute I own!"

Peter Phippen
2003 Native Music Award Nominee (Native Heart Category)
World Flutes Specialist/Canyon Records Recording
Artist/Independent Recording Producer
www.peterphippen.com

Listen to Peter Phippen as he plays his new song, "Bear", on his Spirit of the Woods Flute a Padauk Ultra Low G#!

Click here to listen to "Bear".

Endorsed by Dr. Kathleen Joyce-Grendahl

"Ed's flutes are delightful creations. The voice is beautiful,
the craftsmanship is refined, and the tuning is consistent.
I am pleased with my Spirit Of The Woods Flutes.
Thank you, again Ed!"

Dr. Kathleen Joyce-Grendahl
Executive Director, Editor, and Publisher of The International Native American Flute Association and the "Voice of the Wind".
Founder Board Member of the INAFA

Click to read a biography of
Dr. Kathleen Joyce-Grendahl

Endorsed by Jeff Ball

"I am thrilled with my flutes by Ed Hrebec.
His voicing, craftsmanship, and attention to
detail is exceptional.
If you've been searching for a flute to capture
a color or emotion, which others have failed to
deliver, try one by Ed... You won't be disappointed."

Jeff Ball

Red Feather Recording Artist

Native American Music Award Winner
www.jeffball.net

Endorsed by Jan Gippo
ST. LOUIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

"I saw Ed Hrebec's flute when Mark Holland performed
on my radio show. Of all the flutes, Ed's was the
most beautiful in sound, wood and workmanship.
I asked to buy one as soon as I heard Mark play it.
I'm very honored to own such a fine instrument with
such a rich and heartfelt sound."

Jan Gippo
Flute - Piccolo
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
http://www.wheatonmunicipalband.org/gippo.htm

Endorsed by Charles Littleleaf

"Spirit Of The Woods Flutes are like the Great Eagle above. These works of art have grace, beauty and a magnificent spirit, all in one. Ed is of Sioux descent, so it's no wonder that he is gifted, and a natural, when it comes to creating Native art. I will be very proud to incorporate Ed's flutes into my next recording."

Charles Littleleaf - Native American Music Award Nominee, Native American Flutist / Recording Artist
and Flute Maker
www.littleleaf.com

Endorsed by Maria Kostelas

"Right away I knew my low A would be a special flute. Initially it was the beauty of the mahagony wood with Ed's attention to detail that impressed me. Then I found myself appreciating the flute even more: the richness of the tone, the perfection of tuning, and the ease of playing made it a flute that I use regularly. I can count on Ed's flutes to play without squeaks, or watering out, and be entirely confident it will perform perfectly. And better still is the rich tone that when amplified sends audiences to deep places that only a good flute will do. What could be better?"

Maria Kostelas
Performer, Recording Artist
www.flutesoftheworld.com

Endorsed by Dr. Michael DeMaria

"Quite simply Ed Hrebec has entered the class of Master flute makers. I don't use that phrase lightly, but after receiving my first Spirit of The Woods Flute - a gorgeous claro figured walnut High B - I examined it careful and put it through its paces and this flute is amazing! The quality, the craftsmanship and musicianship are all top notch. It truly is masterful and I'm thrilled to be looking forward to an ongoing collaboration with Ed on providing me with a number of hard to find woods and keys for my future recording and performance needs. I feel honored to own one of his flutes - a true work of art and a exceptional concert quality instrument. As you can see by the photo, I love Ed Hrebec's Spirit of the Wood flutes. I love them so much I had a special rack made to hold them - all 7 of them. These are extraordinary instruments. They sing and dance like the wind. Ed is a master craftsman who makes concert quality instruments that have soul. One of the most amazing things about these instruments, aside from their rapid fire responsiveness, their full bodied sound and elegant design, is they just keep getting better the more you play them. I've been playing Ed's flutes now for a few years and everywhere I go and play them people want to know where I found these rare gems. Thanks Ed and keep up the great work!!"

Dr. Michael DeMaria
Author/Psychologist
Recording Artist

http://www.ontos.org/

Endorsed by Jan Seiden

Dear Ed,

I absolutely love your D# flute! Its strong, elegant lines and velvet feel are only the beginning of experiencing its magic. Its voice carries an old spirit, it carries me and every listener on exquisite journeys. And it keeps getting better!

Playing is effortless, your flute needs only a little air to sing yet can take a large volume of air and still sound just as good, no distortion in its voice. I can play the most delicate high note and it sounds sweet and full, or I can really emphasize a note and it sounds true and stable. Its tuning is right on, each note, each scale. Your D# records the most effortlessly and truthfully of all my flutes that I have recorded with. What I heard was what I got!

I look forward to growing my collection of Spirit of the Woods Flutes.

Thank you for living your vision, your flutes are an incredible gift!

Peace and Blessings,

Jan

2002 First Place winner Musical Echoes Native American Flute Competition, Traditional Solo Category
2004 Indian Summer Music Awards nominee for solo recording Woodland Winds, Flute Journey Records

www.janseiden.com

Endorsed by Wolfsheart

Dear Ed,
"If music can open up a door to the universe, this flute is something like a spiritual key and a message to the cosmic mind. Eds flute is a bright shining star on the horizon of dedication and knowledge. Shine on forever, dude."

Wolfsheart

www.dreamtalker.info
www.bigcityindians.com

Endorsed by Jeff Martindale

"As a performer and recording artist, I am very selective and methodical about the instruments that I use; the tuning must be precise and consistent, the construction should be of high quality and resistant to splitting, the instrument should be highly resonant in sound quality, and the flute should be artistic in its design. I can confidently say that Ed Hrebec’s flutes at Spirit of the Woods Flutes have all met my expectations. I have been using Ed’s flutes for several years and they accompany me to every performance. Spirit of the Woods’ flutes are very resonant and have the ability to play extremely well softly or loudly; this quality is invaluable for full range of expression on a Native American flute. Ed’s construction is one of the best you can find. His carvings and inlays are also some of the most precise that I have seen on a Native American flute. I highly recommend Spirit of the Woods Flutes and will continue to use Ed’s flutes in my performance and recording engagements."

Jeff Martindale, Ph.D.

www.jeffmartindale.com

Endorsed by N. Scott Robinson

"Spirit Of The Woods Flutes are professional quality musical instruments. Excellent tuning and tone quality. Beautiful craftsmanship and tasteful, decorative art work.They're so good, even I started playing the flute and I'm just a percussionist!"

N. Scott Robinson
World Percussionist
http://www.nscottrobinson.com

"N. Scott Robinson is a very talented and well known world percussionist. What many don't know is that he also plays the Native American Flute. I've been told that he can hold his own when it comes down to playing the flute."
Ed

Endorsed by Saggio

"My Spirit Of The Woods high B is a little flute with a big voice. It's a real Mighty Mouse among flutes, tuned beautifully and eager to jump into the mix. I'm using a Boss Loop Station in live performance, so now I can lay down a loop with my bass B and let my Spirit Of The Woods high B surf in on top of it. The voice is so powerful that I have to back away from my microphone!
Flutemaker, Ed Hrebec crafted this flute from a wonderful piece of lightning struck Juniper. I always search for personal messages in the grains and knots of flutes that come my way. Staring out at me from a little knot was an image of a Grandfather Owl. So now this is my Owl Flute.
Ed did something for me in the making of this flute that no flutemaker has ever done before. He listened to my flute CD's while crafting this flute, so that our energies would unite in its making. Now that's a personal touch that I'll always cherish. And I'll cherish Ed too, who treats each of his flutes like beloved puppies deserving a good home."

Saggio, Apache Junction, AZ
Recording & Performing Artist
www.saggiohealingarts.com

Endorsed by Scott August

"Spirit of the Woods Flutes have a wonderful quality to them. The tone is very soulful and rich, yet clear. From the players perspective, they are very responsive to the fingers and handle rapid tonguing effects extremely well. The tone is consistent from the bottom note to the top note without having to change the breath pressure like one has to do on some flutes. The tuning is superb from note to note. On top of that they look incredible and the fine workmanship is obvious at a glance. I always get comments from people about how attractive they are. Ed has done a wonderful job with his instruments. From the range of wood choices, the quality of the construction, the look of the flutes, to their wonderful sound and tuning, these instruments are top notch. There are lots of flutes out there that look nice but fail to meet the demands of the studio and stage. Spirit of the Woods Flutes, with their consistent tone quality and construction, excel at both applications."

Scott August

2004 Native American Music Award (Native Heart category).
2002 Native American Music Award Nominee
http://www.cedarmesa.com/

Endorsed by Austin O'Malley

"Dear Ed:
The high D is a finely crafted sounder that is accurately tuned, free blowing and capable of producing a transparent note. The flute produces a vivid sound full of vibrancy, that can be easily articulated. The high D is a chamber of pure tranquility, yet highly spirited. It is truly awe inspiring, that such a small creature can bring forth such a voluminous precise sound. You are to be commended for your attention to detail.

In the animal kingdom, a drone is a male bee that is stingless, performs no work, and whose only function is to mate with the queen bee. What a noble existence!

In the flute kingdom, a drone is a chamber attached to a flute that
produces a sustained tone in the key or complimentary key of the flute.

At the stroke of 12, I literally began 2004 with a purchase of your first drone. It is an honor to own a first of anything that has been crafted by Ed Hrebec.

As for this A minor honeybee, it responded with a smooth and
mellifluous voice. The drone note is so right on, it is virtually indistinguishable from the fundamental. It remains true over the entire range of the flute never becoming pitchy or obtrusive. The integration of the offset mouthpiece is well-conceived facilitating control and comfort of use. The turquoise kokopelli inlay work is as meticulous and precise, as the medium of Port Orford Cedar will allow.

As with all Spirit Of The Woods Flutes, it is the exquisite voice and
playability that has become your hallmark. The drone flute is dependable, reliable, and consistently satisfying to perform on. The expressive qualities of this new A minor drone make for a transcendental experience. It has been said that the "drone" vibrational pattern opens our spiritual heart, allowing our indwelling presence of being, our spirit, to rise forth unimpeded.

What a blessing to find a flute maker that can produce a masterful work of art, capable of eliciting all of the subtleties, nuances and idiosyncrasies that these ancient instrument's were endowed with."

Ed, your flutes are "all there."

Gratefully yours,
Austin O'Malley

Endorsed by John DeBoer

"I have been a professional flute player for over 20 years, have worked with 30 million seller groups and own some of the finest flutes in the world. Ed (Spirit Eagle) of Spirit Of The Woods Flutes is a quality flute creator. It was my pleasure to add his flutes to the small group of professional flute makers that I recommend, own, and promote on my albums and in performance.
These Magic flute makers are unique! They produce flutes that are perfectly harmonically tuned, have great tone, good volume, solid construction and all guarantee there work unconditionally. I have literally played hundreds of Native American Flutes and many of them are fine for playing by yourself in the woods or for personal use, but very few of the flutes are produced at the professional level and are Mystical Native American Flutes that produce the tones and consistency that is needed in a performance situation and meet the extremely high standards for my collection. Ed takes a great deal of pride in his work and it shows".

John DeBoer
http://www.oyatemusic.com

Endorsed by Kenneth Hooper of Elysium Calling

" Ed's flutes are playable works of art. They are responsive, easy to play, produce clear tones, and the tuning is always right on. Ed's customer service is impeccable. He helps you to customize your flutes and stands by his work. I can hardly wait to receive them when they are on their way to me in the mail."

Kenneth Hooper
Elysium Calling

2005 Indian Summer Music Awards in the Native Spirit category

Endorsed by Evren Ozan

"Dear Ed,
Thank you so much for making the F and D flutes.
The F plays real solid and can really sing. The little D
is sweet and tender. They are some of the most beautiful
flutes I've ever seen and I enjoy playing them and
exploring what they can do."

Sincerely,
Evren Ozan
2004 Native American Music Award Nominee (Best New Age Recording & Best Instrumental Recording).
2004 Silver Arrow Outstanding Achievement in Music Award
2003 Silver Arrow Award
2002 Excellence In Music Award
2001 Rising Star Native American Music Award

http://www.ozanmusic.com/

Endorsed by Dan Ricketts

"I first met Ed through a mutual friend. I had heard that he had been able to supply woods and my friend, a flute maker, was trying to obtain different woods than were locally available to him. Ed was very enthusiastic about assisting him and through our conversations I learned that he too was beginning to build flutes. Over a period of a few weeks I learned Ed really had a good grasp of not only how to build a flute but what players were looking for in a quality flute. Finally I decided to order a flute and received a beautiful middle G out of Quilted Redheart Maple with Ebony end caps and Brazilian Ebony bear block.

The flute was stunning to look at and had a strong vibrant voicing, that I prefer, allowing the player to push the notes. At the same time the flute can be played softly while maintaining it's tonal quality. The tone remains sweet and consistent across the dynamic range. I was surprised someone so new to building flutes could produce such a high quality flute. The joints and seams were very clean and the lines from cutting the flute nearly invisible. The finish is like silk and the tuning right on.

Like many other fluties I have a large collection from many of the top makers. The Spirit Of the Woods Flute is on par with any in my collection. I have enjoyed being a confidant as Ed has moved his business off the ground. The best part is knowing that the product he is producing is both high in quality and very affordable. I can recommend a S.O.T.W. Flute without hesitation.
I was also smitten by Ed's beautiful Elk hide flute wraps. I believe my flute was the first he made a wrap for. If you are a fringe fanatic like me, you will need to be sure and order one. I was so impressed with my flute I quickly ordered another. I think this says it all."

Dan Ricketts,
(Fringe Fanatic and The Noisy Bear)

Endorsed By Mark Slater

"Spirit Of The Woods Flutes have a clear voice, are well tuned and beautiful to behold.
I have acquired several flutes from Ed including a High C, High B, Mark Holland Signature Flute, and a Low B and all have met or exceeded my expectations.
I greatly enjoy playing my Spirit Of The Woods Flutes and I am enjoying the musical journeys that I find them to lead me on.
I wanted to thank Peter Phippen for turning me onto Spirit Of The Woods Flutes and Ed for the wonderful works of art he makes."

Mark Slater
www.flutecase.com

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