Modern Variations
Today, transverse "simple system Irish" flutes are being made for the playing of a variety of traditional musical styles. In the Irish tradition, the material used is most commonly wood, but also Delrin, PVC, and even bamboo is used - though wood is still by far the most popular material. These modern Irish flutes can vary in the number of added metal keys, or have no keys at all. Most are tuned using modern methods and are typically better in tune with modern instruments. All have the basic six hole diatonic design as in a tinwhistle. Some of the best known modern "Irish" wooden flute makers include Michael Grinter, Marcus Hernon, Patrick Olwell, Sam Murray, Terry McGee, Martin Doyle and Hammy Hamilton. Well known makers in other materials include Doug Tipple (PVC), Des Seery (Delrin) and William (Billy) Miller (bamboo).
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