Greetings from a new whistler.

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Hi Chiff & Fipple Folk,

I’ve been lurking around here for a few days and decided to officially join the fray. I’ve had a tin whistle for a few years but haven’t done much with it - the one I have I purchased in Colonial Williamsburg, not sure of the maker but it’s plain, unpainted and has a wooden block in the mouthpiece. It’s a D and not very loud and has always seemed to need a lot of wind to make a sound.
Not long ago I found a little Celtic shop in Gatlinburg, Tn and saw a selection of Feadog tin whistles on display. I was curious to know how different these would sound from the one I already have so I bought one and for whatever reason it really struck a chord with me and I find I am playing it and learning new tunes like mad. The thing that struck me right away was how little breath it took to make a sound. Now I’m hooked.

Andy (bahwah)

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A tin whistle that plays chords? No wonder you are hooked! :wink: Happy Whistling, there, Andy!

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The world loves a beginner who loves a Feadog. (Usually all we hear are whining and lust!). Welcome! :slight_smile:

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Hoy!

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Hi Andy, welcome. Your original whistle from Williamsburg is probably a Cooperman, made by Cooperman Fife and Drum in Connecticut/Vermont. It’s intended more as a souvenir for the display shelf than a playable instrument (though Cooperman make other fine quality instruments). But if yours has sparked your interest, it’s done well. :slight_smile: The Feadóg is a good choice, the standard tube and molded mouthpiece design. Some people find that the putty tweak improves the playability. Enjoy!

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MTGuru - thanks for the info. on the Cooperman whistles and thanks for the advice regarding my Feadog - I’ll give the poster putty a try.