The bark has been left on this elegent 6 holed unsplit Elderberry branch flute, well sealed from biodegration to insure that it will never separate during the life of the flute.  Measuring 23 7/8" in length, it is voiced with a clear and soulful sound, and accurately tuned to a mid range F# minor pentatonic scale, playing 3 upper octave notes.  To aid against wet-out (the build-up of breath condensation that can clog the windway of the flute) the bird has been fitted with a redwood shoe, for its absorption qualities, and a drain hole has been designed into the air chamber.  Deer lacing holds the bird to the nest.