Benefits of Playing Flute in Adulthood: Health, Happiness, and More
There are so many benefits of playing flute in adulthood! It can positively impact many areas of life—physically, mentally, and emotionally! It is…
Category: Practice and Performance Tips
The BEST and Most Frequently Used Alternate Flute Fingerings
There are several different fingering options for most notes on the flute and the basic fingering isn't always the best one to use depending on the co…
How to Make SPOOKY Flute Music for Halloween!
Are you looking to make some spooky flute music for Halloween?  There are many great original pieces and arrangements of Halloween tunes out there y…
How to Structure a Productive Flute Practice Session
So you have set time aside to practice your flute, and you have musical goals you want to tackle. But what exactly DO YOU DO when you practice? Ho…
Making the Most of Your Flute Time: Practice & Play Scheduling
Everyone knows that in order to become a better flutist, you have to practice regularly. But I am frequently asked by my students, “How often and …
How to Practice Flute WITHOUT Your Instrument!
Sometimes we unfortunately end up without a flute to play, like while traveling or when your flute is in for repair. But don’t lose hope, you can …
How to Practice Flute During Summer Vacation or Other Long Break
During the down time of summer or any other extended break, what should a flutist be doing or working on? There is no one right or wrong answer, but …
All the Ways That the Flute Can B Flat
Did you know that there are actually THREE ways to finger Bb on the flute?  You can use the Bb thumb key, the Bb lever, or the 1 and 1 Bb fingering.…
How to Return to Flute Practice After a Break
Have you taken a break from playing your flute? No matter whether you have had a short break or a really long one, there are many simple things you c…