Henry Hermann is a writer with diverse interests in both fiction and non-fiction. A synopsis of his forthcoming science fiction novel, Beginnings, as well as synopses of novels and other books that have been completed or are in the works, may be accessed by clicking on http://henryhermannnovelist.blogspot.com.
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A list of his scientific and other non-fiction publications may be accessed at the following blogsite: http://henryhermannpublications.blogspot.com/.
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Comments to help writers in writing and promoting their skills may be found at the following blogsite: http://henryhermann-helpingwriterswrite.blogspot.com/.
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Most Recent Non-Fiction Title
Most recent non-fiction title is Enjoying the Native American-Style Flute, a book that contains everything a flutist needs to know to thoroughly enjoy an amazing instrument that is rapidly growing in popularity throughout the United States and other parts of the world. Details not available in other books on playing, making, and caring for the flute, along with references to literature, CDs, videos, internet sites, and over 300 companies will assist both beginners and accomplished flutists. Dr. Hermann's writing and explanations are easily understood.
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Critic's Comments: 1. This book should go far as a definitive guide for anyone who wishes to purchase or maintain Indian flutes. Such a book will not make you an expert as only time and dedicated practice will help you move toward that goal. Included as well are adequate instructions for making your own creations. Appendices are worth the price of the book alone as they give you important Internet sources, instructional books and CDs available, video tapes of historical and instructional value, flute makers and their respective websites and/or email addresses, and selected library materials for further research. --Chuck Hamsa Reviewers Consortium, September 2005
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Enjoying the Native American-Style Flute may be ordered through the regular channels, e.g., www.Amazon.com or www.BarnesandNoble.com, or directly from the publisher, Naturegraph Publishers, at www.naturegraph.com.
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Henry Hermann has had an interest in wooden flutes since the 1950s when he heard the Japanese shakuhatchi being played by musicians on the island of Kyushu in Japan. Subsequently, he heard numerous varieties of flutes being played by Native Amercans in South America while on research trips there during the sixties and seventies.
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He became interested in the North American Native American flute because of its potential for alleviating stress and its haunting sounds. He occasionally competes in national competitions for playing and has placed second in the national annual competition at Ft. Walton Beach, Florida. He has also played on National Radio and for various businesses in the Ft. Myers area.
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It was through connections with the International Native American Flute Association, Central Florida Flute Circle, national flute events, and discussions with other flutists that he realized the need for a book like Enjoying the Native American-Style Flute. He may be reached at HenryH1935@aol.com.
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Other Books Pertaining to the Native American Flute
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Henry Hermann has completed the writing of a book called Native American Music and the Path of the Flute and is in the process of obtaining a publisher. He has also written a number of articles on the subject in the International Native American Flute Association's official publication, Voice of the Wind.
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