Hi everyone,
I am new to this forum but am looking forward to exploring it. I have lived in Japan for about 12 years and performed and taught the shakuhachi but moved back to Western New York this year. I am also very interested in the Native American traditions of flute playing and hope to learn a lot here and contribute however I can. If you are interested in a more detailed description of me you can visit my profile here:
http://www.grand-island-serene-gardens.com...hi-profile.html

I am also a Japanese garden designer and have an interest in Native American organic growing practices. My wife and brother and I are opening a garden center here on Grand Island that will hopefully feature music events as well. I look forward to exploring the Native American and other various flute traditions that are represented here

Welcome Josh, and best wishes on your new career.

Welcome! Sounds like you've had some interesting experiences. Have fun exploring the Portal!

Welcome and good luck with the garden center!

Welcome to the Portal. I stayed on Grand Island on a Niagra Falls trip a few years back. Nice place! If you play at the Falls, you're going to need a Meadowlark flute to be able to hear yourself. The Falls are loud...the 'Lark is louder!

AND waterproof!

Welcome Josh,
Though its been years since I've lived there I'm a former WNY guy myself. Grew upin Attica and Cheektowaga.
Hope you enjoy it here.

Welcome, interesting web site.

Nice to have you join the forum here! I think you will find several other members here who are very enthusiastic about the Shakuhaci and you will likely have much to share.