Spirit Flutes are a unique and distinctive type of flute that are completely different from our Native American Style Flutes. They are shorter than our Native American Style Flutes. By shortening the Spirit Flute's design we've been able to reduce the overall length of the flutes, which make covering the fingering holes easier, especially for those with smaller hands. This is particularly true for the deeper tone flutes, making them accessible to the majority of flute players. This shorter distance minimizes watering-out (also known as moisture build-up caused by breath) by forcing the accumulated moisture build-up out of the flute, which allows for longer, continual playing. The compact mouthpiece gives good control of the sound volume and projection known as amplitude, providing choices from playing softly to playing more loudly. Instead of a Native American Style Flute fetish, Spirit Flutes have a flat plate permanently fixed to the body of the flute. This gives the flute a compact profile that is ideal for travel, hiking, backpacking, or any other outdoor activities.