Black Plastic Fife

The fife was a vital instrument in 18th-century military life, used to signal battlefield commands and regulate daily routines in camp. Its importance continued through the American Civil War, and returning fifers helped carry the instrument into the heart of American folk music. Today, the fife remains a cornerstone of traditional fife & drum corps music, reenactment, and beginner woodwind study.

High-Quality Beginner’s Fife – Crafted in Vermont

Our plastic fife is a durable, well-tuned beginner instrument made in our Vermont workshop from FDA-approved black plastic with short brass ferrules. It offers excellent tone and reliability for new players, schools, historical reenactors, and folk musicians.

Product Details

• Traditional key of Bb (concert Ab)

• Standard fingering for easy learning

• FDA-approved black plastic construction

• Brass ferrules for durability and authentic appearance

• Packaged in a poly bag with music, history, and instruction sheet

Safety & Age Recommendation

This is a musical instrument, not a toy. Recommended for ages 8+ and adults.