Nay and Kawala Flutes

Kawala Flute

The kawala is an end-blown flute originally used by shepherds. It is made of a common reed but is wider than a nay and lacks a thumbhole. While formerly part of folk music, it now has a respected role for soloists who value its rich tones.

Case included with kawala flute

Handmade in France.

Large kawala approximately 22 x 7/8 inches 

Medium kawala approximately 18 x 7/8 inches 

Nay Flute

Reed flutes hold an honored place in North African and Middle Eastern music. The nay is an end-blown flute known from Egyptian carvings of five thousand years ago. It continues into classical and modern Arabian music with few changes. Nays are made of a common reed and have seven holes (six in front and one for the thumb).

Handmade in France.

Small nay approximately 13.25 x .5 inches (not pictured)

Medium nay approximately 17.5 L x 0.5 inches

Large nay approximately 20.25 x .5 inches (not pictured)