10 Fascinating Facts About the History of the Flute

The flute has a very long and interesting history. Here are 10 fascinating facts about the history of the flute (among many!).

Flutie and Pickle's Journey Through Time-Digital Book

Join Flutie and Pickle on their time-traveling adventure and get to learn about and hear some amazing flutes throughout history along the way!  Flutie and Pickle’s Journey Through Time-Digital Book…

A Little Flute Talk with Stéphanie Superle!

A conversation with Stéphanie Superle—flutist, teacher, writer, and creator of FlutePlay, an organization dedicated to early childhood flute education.

Why Flute Is THE BEST Instrument: Top 10 Reasons

All musical instruments are wonderful, but here are 10 reasons why flute is the best instrument!

Flutie and Pickle's Journey Through Time-Paperback Book

AVAILABLE NOW!  Join Flutie and Pickle on their time-traveling adventure and get to learn about and hear some amazing flutes throughout history along the way!  Flutie and Pickle’s Journey Through Time-Paperback…

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 never too late!

Fluting in the Wild: Best Tips for Playing Outdoors

One of the fantastic things about playing flute is that it is very portable, so you might sometimes want to go outside with your flute. It can be a wonderful experience, but you should make sure you…

Sliding Into a New Sound: What Makes the Glissando Headjoint for Flute Special?

While flutists can manipulate the pitch of their notes to some extent with their fingers or air, pitch bending and glissandos can be taken to a whole new level with the glissando headjoint for flute!

How to Distinguish Between Irish Flutes, Whistles, & Concert Flutes

If you ever like to listen to traditional Irish music, you might notice that there can be a lot of flute in it! You might hear the concert flute or the more traditional Irish flute or maybe even a tin…

The Best Alternate Flute Fingerings Chart

This free downloadable alternate flute fingerings chart contains some of the best and most frequently used alternate fingerings.

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 context of the music. Here are some reasons why you…

Music of the Ainur from "The Silmarillion" for Flute Choir Print

Get the printed sheet music to “Music of the Ainur” from “The Silmarillion” for flute choir by Erika Skye Andres.

Universal Blank Flute Family Monthly Calendar

This free reusable Universal Blank Flute Family Monthly Calendar calendar features pictures of many different flutes for every month!

2026 Flute Family Monthly Calendar

This free 2026 Flute Family Monthly Calendar calendar features pictures of many different flutes for every month as well as 12 blank monthly calendars!

Music of the Ainur from "The Silmarillion" for Flute Choir PDF

Get the downloadable and printable sheet music to “Music of the Ainur” from “The Silmarillion” for flute choir by Erika Skye Andres.

Famous (and Infamous) Holiday Tunes With Abundant Flute Magic

Have you ever stopped to think how much flute is in all the different recordings you are hearing? It can be surprising how many pieces were originally written or recorded with flute features. Are you ready to…

Holiday Flute Tunes

Free holiday flute tunes that encompass popular Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s, and winter music and which are accessible to flutists of most levels!

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 you can play, but you can also make your own!  Just take music…

Spooky Flutey Music

Are you looking to make some spooky flute music this Halloween?  Here are spookified versions of some famous tunes you can start playing on flute!

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?  How do you organize your practice so that you are reaching your…

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 long should I be practicing?”  Structuring a practice…

Flute Practice & Play Log

This free flute practice & play log will help you keep track of the time you spend practicing vs. playing, activities and goals accomplished, and will provide you space for weekly reflections.

Jonathan Cohen Talks Composition and His Love for Low Flutes

A conversation between Jonathan Cohen, composer for the flute and a low flute enthusiast, and Erika Skye Andres, a fellow low flute lover.

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 still practice! 😀  There are several ways to effectively…

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 the beauty of summer is that you have opportunities you…

Why You Need to Play Multiple Types of Flutes

The concert flute (or C flute) is just one of a variety of different types of flutes.  There are lots of flutes in the concert flute family as well as MANY world and historical flutes.  There are many benefits…

The Big Flute Family: Types of Concert Flutes

The flute family is enormous even within the concert flute family, the flutes you usually see in bands, orchestras, and flute choirs.  While the most common one is the concert flute itself, there are…

How Low Can a Flute Go?: FAQ About The Contrabass Flute!

Even though the contrabass flute is the lowest standard member of the concert flute family, it is not overly common and therefore a lot of questions arise over what it is and how it plays. Here are answers…

Nicholas Bannan and His Composition, "Aeolia", for Flute Choir

A conversation between Erika Skye Andres, flutist, and Nicholas Bannan, composer, regarding his composition, “Aeolia”, for flute choir, a work referring to Aeolus, ‘ruler of the winds’.

Flutie's Family Reunion-Paperback Book

It is time for the big Flute family reunion!  Join Flutie as she prepares for the big event in this book dedicated to learning all about the many different members of the flute family.  Flutie’s Family…

Flutie's Family Reunion-Digital Book

It is time for the big Flute family reunion!  Join Flutie as she prepares for the big event in this book dedicated to learning all about the many different members of the flute family.  Flutie’s Family…

The Flute Family Showcase Concert for Flute Choir

This is the big Concert Flute family performance from the book, “Flutie’s Family Reunion”.  The audience can get introduced to and learn to hear the different members of the flute choir as each instrument has…

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. It is important to be familiar with all three ways to play Bb…

How to Destroy Your Flute: Common Flute Care Mistakes

We want to take care of our flutes the best way possible, but sometimes we try a little too hard, and we actually help destroy our flutes in the process! There are many ways to help bring about the demise of…

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 can do to begin your flute practice again in an effective manner.  

Flute Goals Chart

This free chart will help you organize your short and long term flute practice and performance goals in the areas of tone, technique, theory and scales, studies (etudes) and exercises, pieces, and special projects.

The Guide to Playing Flute Virtually

This free mini course will walk you through technology requirements and setup for your virtual flute endeavors including collaborating with musicians and taking lessons online.  Enroll here!

The Guide to Playing Flute Virtually

Are you ready to enter the 21st century and take your flute into the virtual world? There are MANY possibilities to collaborate with other musicians,…

Stuff and Nonsense: Short Poetry for Flute Choir by Erika Skye Andres

“Stuff and Nonsense” is a work for flute choir in three movements that is inspired by three short, nonsensical poems: “The Purple Cow” by Gelett Burgess, “Snowball” by Shel Silverstein, and “The Termite” by Ogden Nash.

Flute Trials: Finding the Best Instrument for You

If you have decided to upgrade and buy a new flute, you need to do a flute trial. To determine the instrument that is right for you, you need to find a nice place to try flutes, decide on a small group…

Emergency Flute Fixes You Can Easily Do Yourself

If you experience that dreadful moment when your flute does not play, do not panic! With a few simple tools, you can fix many of the most frequently occurring issues ALL BY YOURSELF!

Best Ways to Clean and Care for Your Flute

It is incredibly important to know how to properly care for your flute!
To keep your flute properly maintained, you need to clean the inside, the outside, and have it regularly checked by a technician.

Flute Rings for Special Occasions

Dress your flute up for special occasions throughout the year!  These free printable rings slide on your flute to make it decorative no matter the occasion!

Winter Holidays Flute Rings

Dress your flute up for the winter holidays!  These free printable winter holidays flute rings slide on your instrument to make it look super festive!

How to Choose the Material of Your Flute

When shopping for a new flute or headjoint, it is important to know the different types of materials available and how to choose the material of your flute.

Halloween Flute Rings

Dress your flute up for Halloween!  These free printable rings slide on your flute to make it look super spooky!

When to Upgrade Your Flute

To decide when to upgrade your flute, you first need to know why you are upgrading and specific features you wish to have on your new flute.

Flute Comparison Chart

Upgrading your flute?  Use this free downloadable chart to help you figure out which new instrument is best for you!

To Bee Flat Thumb or Not to Bee Flat Thumb?

Practice your different B flat flute fingerings with these free downloadable flashcards and a game!