Veterans with flutes: Utah vets use their talents to help others heal

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Utah veterans are turning to Native American flutes to aid in recovery efforts due to post-traumatic stress syndrome.

Artist Arlo Johnson, influenced by his upbringing, shares flutes and lessons with veterans for therapeutic benefits.

John Baker, a veteran, has similarly found solace in flute-making after his wife's passing.

SALT LAKE CITY — Some Utah veterans have turned to an unusual therapeutic tool to help soldiers and other vets with post-traumatic stress syndrome – Native American flutes.

Artist Arlo Johnson grew up in the Four Corners area of New Mexico and during summers would spend time with his dad, whose work took him to the reservations.

Now he says he finds a sense of peace painting the red rock scenes of the Southwest, sme