Extremely rare Peter Noy Nicholson-model flute featuring a semi-thinned headjoint with an X-cut embouchure, designed with modern principles for exceptional ease of response and a full, powerful sound. This model includes large toneholes, a mother-of-pearl blow edge, silver keys, and a rare roller on the short F. One-piece body construction and custom case. Intonation is excellent throughout. A remarkable instrument for a player seeking both power and a richly nuanced tonal palette. The late Peter Noy, based in Seattle and later Ontario, was known for crafting exceptional wooden flutes that combined historical tradition with modern acoustic innovation. Often drawing inspiration from 19th-century makers like Nicholson and Rudall & Rose, his flutes are celebrated for their powerful projection, precise intonation, and refined craftsmanship. Noy’s instruments are highly regarded by both traditional and classical players around the world.
