What is a low D tin whistle?
What is a low D tin whistle?
The low whistle is often used for the playing of airs and slow melodies due to its haunting and delicate sound. The most common low whistle is the “Low D”, pitched one octave below the traditional D whistle. A whistle is generally classed as a low whistle if its lowest note is the G above middle C or lower.
What is a good tin whistle to buy?
Our Pick of Top 7 Tin Whistles
- Clarke Whistle (CWD) Editor’s Choice – One of the most popular whistles.
- Waltons Little Black Tin Whistle.
- Cocobolo Penny Whistle in Key of D.
- Feadog Pro Tin Whistle in Black.
- Waltons Irish Tin Whistle CD Pack.
- Clarke SBDC Pennywhistle.
- Generation Nickel High D Whistle.
What is a high D whistle?
The Chieftain “mezzo*” high D whistle is one of the more popular tin whistles on the market. It’s a very wide bore whistle, which packs plenty of punch in terms of volume. Some people might find it a little tough to play, because it takes a lot more air than most other tin whistles.
Is it hard to play the low whistle?
Playing a Low Whistle is going to feel very strange and unnatural at first; you’ll feel like it’s just about impossible when you first pick it up. Just keep at it; it’ll feel quite comfortable pretty quickly!
What is the best low D whistle?
Top 3 Best Low D Whistles
- Chieftain Thunderbird. Pros. Cons.
- Susato Kildare Low D Whistle. Pros. Cons.
- Dixon Polymer Low D Whistle. Pros. Cons.
How much does a good tin whistle cost?
You want to make sure they are easy to blow but preferably good enough not to provide the squeaks. They are usually inexpensive, with a price range of around $10-$20. One of the most important things to keep in mind is that you definitely want a tin whistle in the key of D.
Are Feadog whistles good?
This magnificent little D whistle made by Feadog of Ireland is a brilliant whistle to either get started with or to play on professionally. Although its clarity of tone is less than perfect (especially on the high register) it has a pretty concentrated, traditional sound.
How long is a low D whistle?
Piece lengths are 9.1″/231mm (head), 8.2″/208mm (upper body), and 8.2″/208mm (lower body). The whistle is 23.1″/587mm long assembled. A joint between the hands means that the player can adjust the angular position for comfort.