Some of us can't say 'whistle' without whistling. But there are a number of musicians who have added this to their menagerie of playthings. You can learn more here: http://mysite.verizon.net/lizgott/
pete said:There's another user here named Elsie that's also into penny whistle. I really do like the sound of these and the color they bring to just about any composition they're used in.
What do you recommend in this genre?I know it seems odd to think of shelling out serious cash for a whistle, but anyone who has will tell you it is well worth doing. 10 years ago I spent about $1000 building a small collection of really nicely made whistles in various keys.
What do you recommend in this genre?
I play Chieftans, which I know some people don't like. I bought mine sight unseen from various sources in the mid 90's, and they're all great, but I think the quality of manufacture may have reduced over the years. Overton have a great reputation, so I'd probably steer you in that direction.What do you recommend in this genre?
It should be noted that some of the best and most respected whistle players DON'T play expensive whistles.
So many toys, so few time. I still haven't put the time into my ocarina, flute, pic, s,a,t,b recorders... Well you get the idea.When I get a few more paychecks, I'm really tempted to get the full 6 set of those Generation whistles...