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  • About
    • Custom Commissioned Instruments
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      • Custom
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      • Visionary Art
      • Stone Carving
    • Donate
    • Our Collective Community!
  • Events
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Making a Japanese style shell trumpet (horagai)
14 Dec 2021

Making a Japanese style shell trumpet (horagai)

by William Rodriguez | posted in: Conch Shell Trumpets, Education, instruments | 0

Making a Japanese style shell trumpet (horagai), from start to finish. This is about 6 hours of work condensed down to around 5 minutes. This piece was a custom commission piece. The end result is amazing! I love making functional … Continued

The mysterious pre-Columbian mouth whistle (shepherd’s whistle)
26 Jan 2020

The mysterious pre-Columbian mouth whistle (shepherd’s whistle)

by William Rodriguez | posted in: Education, mouth whistle | 0

While researching rare whistles and flutes I came across what may be one of the most rare types of whistles known. These whistles are comparable to what many know as the “shepherd’s whistle”, but also known as an “air-spring” whistle, … Continued

Making a Conch Shell Trumpet
17 Jan 2020

Making a Conch Shell Trumpet

by William Rodriguez | posted in: Conch Shell Trumpets, Education, instruments | 0

Disclaimer- Working with sea shell dust of any kind is very dangerous, not only breathing it in, but also via the heavy metals some shell dust contains and skin contact. Please use protective masks and wind displacement to limit your … Continued

conch shell trumpet, education, intrument making, learning, make, online workshop, trumpet
My perspective on making ceremonial tools & instruments
17 Dec 2019

My perspective on making ceremonial tools & instruments

by William Rodriguez | posted in: Education | 3

There is a sacred gift in the act of creating a spiritual tool that is hard to explain. It’s like holding sand, that magic is drifting and vague, but tangible during the moments of creation. Then that item you invested … Continued

What type of drum is this?
16 Oct 2019

What type of drum is this?

by William Rodriguez | posted in: Drums, Education | 0

A common question I have been asked by people contacting us is… “What type of drum do I have?” One of my first answers is usually… “No, your drum is probably not a bongo or conga, though those are some … Continued

bongo, conga, djembe, drum, educational, native drum
The Jaw Harp (jew’s harp or mouth harp)
2 Jul 2019

The Jaw Harp (jew’s harp or mouth harp)

by William Rodriguez | posted in: Education | 0

The jaw harp is known worldwide and has many names depending on the culture and region found. Very little is know about it’s origin, but there are many stories that mention them and a few ancient artifacts that prove the … Continued

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Bat Mosh
Bat Mosh
2020-09-23T15:24:58+0000
William does everything with intention, integrity and care. I have attended his workshops, played and owned instruments... made by him, and used employed his artistic/design skills- always to my full satisfaction. Recently have been impressed with his feather protector spray. I would stand by and reccommend any of his products and services 100%.read more
Cogito Mundi
Cogito Mundi
2019-05-28T01:12:26+0000
A great resource for learning in a supportive environment. Camping available too!
David Knox
David Knox
2018-11-11T19:34:24+0000
I learned some really great things at the didgeridoo workshop. I loved it! My family felt welcomed and embraced and we... had an amazing experience. We will definitely be back and I love my new Didgeridoo! Huge thanks to both Will and Amy. You guys are great!read more
Jorge Guzman
Jorge Guzman
2018-05-29T15:17:28+0000
Mason Vicid
Mason Vicid
2018-03-11T15:48:26+0000
There's something very special about creating something with your hands - something that did not previously exist and... now does because of your vision and effort. William's workshop was a great joy to attend and I love the flute I was able to make as a result of his instruction and guidance. Also, I picked up some great tips I can apply to the flutes I make using bamboo or pvc. All around a great experience. Very recommended.read more

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5 bone flute commission project. Various deer bone
5 bone flute commission project. Various deer bones turned into functional whistles and flutes. I used the duct flute design by adding a wood mouthpiece with duct and totem system, attached to the bone. 

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Antique Tibetan Damaru drum repair project that I
Antique Tibetan Damaru drum repair project that I recently completed. Both sides of this drum had humidity damage and had to be replaced and repainted. 

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My own version of an owl bowl in Taino style.

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My own version of an owl bowl in Taino style. 

#taino #bowl #ceramic #clay #pottery #tainopottery


Here’s a peek at my beginning work making a grou
Here’s a peek at my beginning work making a group of bone flutes. This step includes making and adding wood mouthpiece with ducts and gluing to the bone. 

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My first try at replicating this Taino ceramic ves
My first try at replicating this Taino ceramic vessel. This replication is much small than the original, and made with a darker clay. 

#ceramic #tainoreplica #taino #bowl #ceramicart #ceramicreplica #replica

Working on ceramic instruments this week. Here’s
Working on ceramic instruments this week. Here’s the start of a drone flute I’m finishing up. 

#flute #droneflute #ceramicflute #clayflute #nativeflute #mesoanericanflute #ductflute #flutemaker #clayflute


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Recent Posts

  • Making a Japanese style shell trumpet (horagai) December 14, 2021
  • The mysterious pre-Columbian mouth whistle (shepherd’s whistle) January 26, 2020
  • Making a Conch Shell Trumpet January 17, 2020
  • My perspective on making ceremonial tools & instruments December 17, 2019
  • What type of drum is this? October 16, 2019
  • The Jaw Harp (jew’s harp or mouth harp) July 2, 2019

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