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The pages in this section of the website provide information relating to the simple system wooden flute, such as those made by Martin Doyle. Some pages, the FAQ page for example, are specifically about Martin Doyle's flutes and his flute making, while others offer more generalised information about simple system wooden flutes and related topics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q&A frequently asked of Martin Doyle regarding his handcrafted simple system wooden flutes, which are also known as Irish flutes.
Fingering Charts
Based on fingering charts published by Johann Quantz (1697–1773) in his treatise, On Playing the Flute, which was first published in 1752.
Wooden Flute Care
Martin Doyle offers the following guidelines for the care and maintenance of wooden flutes and also some instructions for 'playing in' a new flute.
About Irish Flutes
Some historical information on simple system flutes, such as those made by Martin Doyle, that are commonly known as 'Irish flutes.'
Woods Used For Making Flutes
A variety of woods are used for crafting wooden flutes – generally woods that have a high degree of density and a broad spectrum of tonal properties.
Blackwood Conservation
Highlighting efforts to preserve timber stocks, particularily the tree known in East Africa as Mpingo and in the West as African Blackwood.