Venti headjoint (indicated by "V" on label) |
So what exactly does "Venti" mean -- and what was the inspiration behind the design? We found the original 2006 website description for the Venti and have included it below, along with a copy of the original press release and a small gallery of photos.
The 2006 website description stated:
The 2006 website description stated:
The 2006 press release:The name "Venti" encapsulates the concept of a headjoint that allows air to pass freely through the instrument and beyond, giving the performer variations of flexibility, dynamics, power and sound. Powell has worked with international flautist, Paul Edmund-Davies to develop this latest headjoint style.Mr. Edmund-Davies became interested in the development of this style due to the prospect of playing on a headjoint that mirrored his experiences of singing in a cathedral choir. Paul's concept of a natural approach to the instrument incorporates an open and unrestricted style, with reference in particular to a more resonant and free 3rd octave.The result is a headjoint that allows for depth of sound through all three octaves, even pitch and dynamic range, as well as a sound that is powerful without being wild or breaking up.“The appeal of the Venti cut for me is that it has vocal characteristics that give the player a more comprehensive range of colors and dynamics, which in turn lead to a highly creative yet intimately personalized form of interpretation.”Paul Edmund-Davies, soloistThis headjoint is available on our Handmade Conservatory and Handmade Custom Flutes (metal only):
- .014" & .016" Sterling Silver
- Aurumite 9k
- Aurumite 14k
- 9k rose gold
- 10k yellow gold
- 14k rose gold
- 19.5k rose gold
- Platinum
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