Instrument making is so much fun and is a great way to combine music, art, science, and engineering!
Here are some ideas for building flutes with…straws!
You can also use paper to build flutes!
Keep in mind that even if your DIY flute doesn’t “work”, having a pretend flute is wonderful for practicing posture and fingers, and is loads of fun for your little one’s imaginary play.
And now my personal favorite, building flutes with bottles!
This is a great activity for beginner flutists because it helps with air direction and making a sound!
When making your bottle flute, be sure to experiment with various shapes and sizes to make different sounds. You can even add water to change the pitch!
Whatever materials you choose to use for your DIY flute, be sure to decorate with ribbon, stickers, and lots of accessories. You could even gain inspiration from flutes around the world. Happy instrument making!