Author Archives: Dr. Crystal Grimes

“Network of Stars” #HighSpiritsFlutes #Music

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I wrote and posted “Network of Stars”
here
in July. It was played on double strung harp and alto recorder. However, I wrote the piece for Native-American style flutes in the minor pentatonic scale. So, today I play it on ukulele and 432HZ flutes from High Spirits. You’ll hear first the A minor flute, then the bass in E minor. Enjoy the Koshi Aria/Air, Koshi Ignis/Fire, and Zaphir Twilight/Autumn chimes as well!

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Download “Network of Stars” #HighSpiritsFlutes Mp3

“Kumbaya” Revisited #Music

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“Kumbaya” was part of my
Double Strung Experiment Series.

Today, enjoy this melody on double strung harp, viola, and the melody side of the Nova Double Flute in A minor, with deerskin frame drum and Harmony Ball Earth Sphere.

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Download “Kumbaya” Harp Mp3

Speak #FluteHaiku #Poem

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Dandy Lion roars
Without silencing others
Speak your truth like him

Flute: Spirit Flute 432HZ Bass in E Minor
+ Bamboo/Redwood Harmony Rattle

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Written for
Ronovan Writes #Weekly #Haiku #Poetry Prompt #Challenge 376 DANDY and Lion.

Light #FluteHaiku #Poem

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Falling, fading fast
Probe the dark for what remains
Light still burns within

Flute: Nova Double Flute in A Minor
+ Sun and Moon Egg of Creation Shaker, Deerskin frame drum, Harmony Ball Pendant

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The double I wanted in the first place, this A minor flute is lower than the hummingbird. It has a feather engraving and requires much more breath to play. This means playing shorter phrases and taking more frequent breaths. While I chose the hummingbird for its engraving and symbolism, this one is more practical for me. I play more in A minor and C major, which are very accessible keys on this flute. Having said that, these Nova Double Flutes are beautiful, and each has its place!