Thompson Flutes

11/08/2026

NOW SOLD!
Although my order book is now shut again I am offering this Delrin E flat flute with five stainless steel keys and rings for ready sale.
One piece Head/barrel with a Delrin tuning tenon and a short foot joint.
The flute was made around a year ago and delivers a lively, punchy sound with plenty of volume.
Price 2450 euros with case included & free tracked shipping worldwide.
Please PM me here on fb or email at [email protected] with any interest,thanks!
https://www.thompsonflutes.com/

22/07/2026

Just a heads up to anyone that may be interested!
I'm closing the order book again at the end of this month for an indefinite period.
If you would like to place an order (6 key D or E flat Delrin flutes only), please find the full details here -

https://www.thompsonflutes.com/flutes-available-now

12/07/2026

The 40th South Sligo Summer School kicks off tonight right here in Tubbercurry, Co Sligo!
The week of workshops, sessions & concerts is formally opened by Matt Molloy himself at 5.30pm this afternoon at St.Bridgid's Hall.
Really looking forward to seeing & playing tunes with friends old & new!

South Sligo Summer School July 12 – 18, 2026 Céad Míle Fáilte. Welcome to the official South Sligo Summer School Website.  The South Sligo Summer School was founded in 1987 in Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo to conserve and promote the rich tradition of music, song and dance of the area. The idea stemm...

13/05/2026

Belfast fluter Michael Clarkson just took delivery of a three key Thompson Delrin D.
Michael was good enough to send me this quick vid after only playing it around 10 minutes!
Displaying the punchy, rhythmic style associated with the North to full effect here, thanks a mil to Michael!
https://www.thompsonflutes.com/

17/04/2026

Brown Delrin with six Titanium keys.
Very happy with this one!
Off to the U.S.A.
I am offering this exact model (in Brown or Black) for a limited time.
More details at-
https://www.thompsonflutes.com/

15/04/2026

Due to popular demand I am partly re-opening the order book again for a limited time!

I am accepting orders strictly for Delrin six keyed D flutes only.
Right or left handed.

Thompson 'Standard' model Delrin flute in D.
Six solid stainless steel keys.
Nickel silver tuning slide.
Wide rings.
Decorative end cap.
Hard case included.

Priced at 2,950 euros (plus shipping).
Wait time 18-24 months.
A 500 euro deposit secures the order.

Email me at - [email protected]
Or call - +353 (0)83 104 1646

Here's Harry B on the exact same, the tune is 'Bob McQuillans'.

https://www.youtube.com/
https://www.thompsonflutes.com/

09/04/2026

Harry B here again on fine form!

As he puts it-

'The Hare's Paw, a great auld reel, was played in the session here last night, on the Antrim Road in Belfast, which put me in mind of John McKenna's unusual 78 record version of it 'The Corry Boys'.
Here's a quick lash of it, after McKenna's version, including the unusual phrasing he did in the first part that makes it sound a bit dog-leggéd.
Playing here on a Damian Thompson D flute.
Increase da peace, don't let the Leitrim tunes cease'.

The Hare's Paw, a great auld reel, was played in the session here last night, on the Antrim Road in Belfast, which put me in mind of John McKenna's unusual 7...

24/02/2026

Back to the big shed in Sligo now after my travels & full flute steam ahead!
Very chuffed to get a mention on TG4 the other night by Irish writer Michael Harding, musing on his experiences of the fantastic Joe Mooney Summer School, held in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim every July.
https://www.tg4.ie/en/player/categories/irish-music-series/?series=Scoil%20Samhraidh%20Joe%20Mooney

21/01/2026

The Indian Bansuri flute was always my first love. The sublime energy and sound always stopped me in my tracks. I've just spent some time again in India and reconnected with it's magic. I have a ridiculous collection of these Bamboo flutes from over several visits to India. A short diversion right now to Japan with it's mesmerising Shakuhachi flute and then back to the chilly wetlands of Sligo. Thanks to all for their patience X

05/01/2026

The workshop below the stars in Co. Sligo tonight!
Thanks Megs for the photo!
https://www.thompsonflutes.com/