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o Every Whistle       $55
o Every Walkabout  $60
o Ghost Whistle      $25
o Clear Tabor Pipe  $25
o Gig bags $29.95
o Hats  $12.95
o Cases  $10
o Racks  $15-17

Bragging Rights

"The whistle arrived within 5 days. I am quite enjoying it. It is easily matches my Water Weasel, and is perfect for my travels. My cat also appreciates the lower volume capability. Thanks for the lovely whistle."

 - Chris from Santa Maria, CA, Walkabout Every whistle

"The more I play this whistle the more I love it!  I can't say enough about how wonderful it is.  I've played quite a few high end whistles and I would venture to say this one is pretty darn close to them.  I'll be playing at a Scottish festival this weekend and I'm seriously considering using this whistle for a few sets."

  - Tiffany from Utah, Walkabout Every whsitle

"Thanks to your clever design, I can whistle away without troubling a soul..."

  - Lucia from Bonita Beach, FL, Every whistle

"The whistle we bought from you is extremely nice. It has such a nice sound compared to what we have at home. She told me it plays much easier as well."

  - Rick and Candice from Punta Gorda, FL, Every whistle

"I must say, quite simply, that your Every whistle is the nicest I've ever played. I'm struck at its appearance, lovely construction, and precise tuning. The mouthpiece is a real masterpiece. Bravo, bravissimo!"

  - Guido from Verona, Italy , Every whistle

"Here's a well thought-out, well executed, straight-up-and-down good whistle!  The cut-lines and presentation are exact and the overall finish and feel is pleasing. Tone is clear and pleasant."

  - Mitch from Australia , Every whistle

"The just intonation tube is a dream to play! It has been hard to put it down, but I don't think my neighbor can hear it if I adjust it just right. I need sleep but I gotta whistle!"

  - Phil from Sparta NC , Every whistle

"The Everywhistle is the best whistle for the money i have ever heard! I like it almost as much as my $150 Burke.  It was recommended to me by Annie, who Jams with us in Hannibal.  I will recommend it to everyone, too."

  - Paul from Hannibal, MO , Every whistle

"I know this is going to be one of my favorites. Not on a level with my $350 Abell, but what the heck, I paid $35 for it! The tone is good. Not shrill. It's not as round sounding as a $300 whistle, but better than cheapies. This is a whistle for both newbies (it's cheap) and anyone who wants to practice quietly. If Parks makes them all like the one I have, he'll be selling a ton of whistles."

  - Thomas from Heath TX, Every whistle

"This nice looking little chunk of plumbing may be called the 'EveryWhistle', but this is definitely *not* your average whistle! Given the tune-ability, and the mute function, I would say this is one excellent whistle for the price."

  - Annie from near St Louis, Every whistle
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"It is a good whistle! Good job and best of luck!"

- Mack Hoover, Every whistle
   Mack Hoover Whistles

"My favorite sound was approx 1/4 maybe a little less windway exposed. It sounds like my beloved Clarke Original design but with a little bit louder sound, esp in the 2nd octave. The bottom D was nice and chiffy. "

- fancypiper from Chiff and Fipple, Every whistle.

"I make no claims to any sort of expertise but I know what I like to play, and expect this will be a regular. I am still playing your whistle daily and think that the tone ring is the greatest for adjusting volume in combo with re-tuning with the slide."

- Pat from California, Every whistle.

"It's a really nice whistle and perfect for playing in the house or if you ... want to try something out at the session but not be one of THOSE whistle players... heh heh."

- Brock Napierkowski, Riley School of Irish Music, Every whistle.

"I should be thanking YOU for the nice whistle. I played it a little bit for my father when I got home and he thouhgt it sounded good, too."

- Susanna, Every whistle.

"I just got the Ghost Pipe in the mail. Seems to play very nicely"

- Aaron Walden, Ghost Tabor Pipe

Tabor Pipes

 

The tabor pipes are made from the same design as the Ghost whistles. I just leave out the top three holes and move the new top hole around to the back so it can be played with the thumb.

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Tabor pipe, D, $25   


 

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Here are a couple samples made and graciously provided by Aaron Walden, Cherokee Nation, Oklahoma, U.S.A:

I Will Arise.mp3
Bonny Blue Flag.mp3

Other tunes by Aaron Walden (click here)
More about Pipe and Tabor by Aaron Walden (click here) 

Characteristics

  • Made from non-petroleum clear tubing.
  • Curved wind way reduces moisture buildup.
  • Easy to see when the whistle needs cleaning.
  • Impervious to soap and water - just wash it out.
  • Non-tunable.

Clear Tone

The clear body demonstrates that the moisture that sometimes drips out of your whistle is primarily condensation not spit, since you can see the moisture collect evenly on the whistle. From time to time, during exuberant play you may introduce a small amount of saliva or beer into the whistle, but this is easily rinsed out. The warmth of your fingers reduces the condensation around the finger holes. An interesting science demonstration and musical instrument all in one.

The plastic used to make the the tabor pipe whistles is a cellulose based material, derived from plant matter. Pretty cool eh? It is a type of plastic that has been approved for contact with food, but the exact formulation used on these whistles has not itself been approved for food service applications. It's not that it has failed to be approved, the maker just has not submitted it for approval, while other very similar formulations have been approved. The fipple is my normal Delrin. 

If you really want to know that the material is non-toxic, I found the resuts of some testing at http://www.heckmannbuildingprods.com/msds.htm. Look about three-fourths of the way down the page. Or search for CELLULOSE ACETATE BUTYRATE. I suspect this will be more than you wanted to know.

Price: $25.00

Keys: D

Note: My whistles are tuned equal temperment, if you need just intonation let me know via e-mail.
Links

Parks Whistles Dealers
   Big Whistle Music UK
   Irish Flute Store   US
   Oz Whistles         Austalia
   Panfilov              Russia

How to Play Your Whistle
   Brother Steve's
   Ryan Duns SJ Lessons
   Whistle Tutor
   Whistle This

How to Learn Tunes
   Learning by ear

Why to play your whistle
   Music Training And The Brain

Whistle Accessories
   Sassafrass Grove Whistle Cases 

Make Your Own Whistle Instructions:
   Low Tech whistle

Links to recordings of Parks whistles
Every whistles:
    The Gentle Breeze by Tiffany
   The Brides Favorite by Tiffany Every C Walkabout
    Cooleys Reel by Bothrops
   Fanny Power by Bothrops
   The Kesh by Bothrops
   O'keefe's Slide by Carey (Every C)
   Happy Birthday tunes

Other Whistle Makers
   Mack Hoover Whistles

Some FAQ's that I've received:

Q: Is there any trick to getting the upper register to play without scarring the cats?
A: Yes and no. The notes above the second octave G will be the last ones you master. You have to blow faster air, but not harder air. More supported but somewhat easy. Call it more focused. Sound confusing? Take the whistle out of your mouth and whistle the lowest note you can with just your lips. Note how the air is flowing and why. Now whistle the highest note you can whistle with just your lips. Different? You bet. Same thing when you stick the pennywhistle in your mouth. Sorta. Tongue the high notes quite strongly to make sure you get all the way there. Being stuck between octaves makes a terrible sound. When I do that in our session people actually wince.

The mute will be a big help here. Close it down about 50% or so, which allows you to blow with wanton abandon and not fear for your ears. Practice the high notes like this so you get the hang of giving it a good strong start and then a lower volume (of air) but more focused stream to keep the note. Then start backing off the mute. It will take a while for it to be natural. I still find myself trying to play quietly on tunes I have not mastered only to make more noise with those high notes from not blowing them properly than if I had just let fly.

Some links to Carey's interests
   SW FL Paddling Club
   Mangrove Navy
   21st Century Kayaks