I joined a new Native American Flute Circle, DesertCloud.net. For those interested in this ancient wind instrument you know hwat I am talking about. The rest of you are likely a bit confused. They are at their simplest form a wooden flute, see shadesofrez.com and you will see what I am describing. A tube made of wood consisting of an airchamber and five to six hole drilled such that each hold can be covered individually by the player.
There are a couple of semi-pro musicians in the group and they are really into teaching others how much fun playing this simple instrument is, of course to hear them play it sounds anything but simple. I have discoverd that the whole flute playing community is pretty much the same way. Everyone hangs out to have a nice time and jam for a while, healping and teaching eachother. Even the “recognized pros” I have met are the same way. Maybe you should look into it and let me know what you think.