Encouraging kids to make music from a young age sets the stage for a lifetime of music appreciation—and here's the perfect instrument for beginners and kids of all ages. With a two-plus octave range and a clear, clean tone, the American Slide Whistle comes with instructions for playing, a diagram of note positions, and a brief history of the slide whistle, a.k.a. the piston flute. Made in Chicago, USA of nickel-plated brass for a long life, this delightful slide whistle will provide endless hours of musical fun. It is 12.5 inches long, solid to hold, and comes with a gift box. American Slide Whistle plays like a slide trombone imitate bird calls or make wonderful "cartoon" sound effects. This beautiful whistle is loads of fun. Originally developed for use on the Vaudeville stage, this product has been made in the same factory since its inception in the 1920's.