The Agave plant is sometimes referred to as a “century plant” and is one of the most unique and beautiful plants in the Sonoran desert. When these plants are in bloom, my children would refer to them as the “Dr. Suess trees” when we would see them. The upper parts of the stalks near the branches have a curvy shape like a snake and make beautiful flutes with so much character.
Like the Yucca flutes, I craft them either with the outer skin shaved off and sanded smooth or with the skin on in it’s natural color and appearance. These agave flutes range in color from rusty brown to a deep maroon tone. They are also very lightweight and resonate very well as you play them vs. the “tight” sound quality of a hardwood lumber flute turned on a lathe.
Owning one of these flutes is like going back in time. They are truly beautiful and unique in every way. If you have never tired playing a Native American Style flute that is made form the natural woods of the desert… you are really missing out.
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