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| New Old Stock vs. A Stock vs. Seconds | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I am confused as to the use of these terms. I am looking at upgrading my daughter's current flute. ...
A: In my opinion, you should go ahead and buy another Yamaha 221 so that both of your children have ...
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| New Old Stock vs. A Stock vs. Seconds | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I am confused as to the use of these terms. I am looking at upgrading my daughter's current flute. ...
A: These terms can vary from retailer to retailer, and when you find a flute you're interested in, ...
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| Alto flute | 9/27/2009 |
Q: Two part question.. First, I'm a retired (72yrs.), but active musician - play/have all the saxes ...
A: Don! I'm glad you found my first answer helpful! While my experience may not match up exactly with ...
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| Alto flute | 9/25/2009 |
Q: Two part question.. First, I'm a retired (72yrs.), but active musician - play/have all the saxes ...
A: Great questions....I think I can help, and hopefully you'll be able to find a great alto! Firstly, ...
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| flute features | 9/10/2009 |
Q: I learned to play in high school, 30 years ago, but have no real formal training. Now I am getting ...
A: Welcome back to the flute! I'm sure it will provide you many hours of enjoyment! To answer your ...
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| disinfecting the lip piece | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I am wondering if it is acceptable to gently wipe down the lip piece with an alcohol swab? I play in ...
A: It's perfectly acceptable to wipe off the lip plate with an alcohol swab if you need/want to ...
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| My embouchure is different? | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I'm Holly and am a junior in high school. I have just recently noticed that I don't play flute in ...
A: I can absolutely guarantee you that you're not alone in having an embouchure that's off center. ...
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| Embouchure | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I have been selected to the advanced level (Wind Ensemble) in my High School. Because I had braces ...
A: I can absolutely guarantee you that you're not alone in having an embouchure that's off center. ...
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| choice of flute | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Would be grateful for your thoughts. I recently bought a Nagahara Full concert flute and have been ...
A: Christina/Lotta! Thank you so much for your very kind words! I'm always pleased to hear that my ...
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| choice of flute | 8/19/2009 |
Q: Would be grateful for your thoughts. I recently bought a Nagahara Full concert flute and have been ...
A: Lotta! You're very welcome for the first answer! I'm glad you found it informative. I'm curious ...
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| choice of flute | 8/18/2009 |
Q: Would be grateful for your thoughts. I recently bought a Nagahara Full concert flute and have been ...
A: I first have to ask just how long you've had this Nagahara? It's quite possible that you're simply ...
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| Possible Teleman pieces | 8/4/2009 |
Q: I'm back. I did obtain the 6 unaccompanied cello suites in their flute transcription and they are ...
A: Hey there, John! I'm glad your granddaughter is getting along well with that 225! For the price ...
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| Flute Caps | 7/23/2009 |
Q: My daughter lost the cap to her gemeinhardt 2SP flute. What shall we do? Local stores have been ...
A: I assume you're referring to the crown, which screws onto the end of the headjoint? If so, it's ...
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| RE: Metal Allergies | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I've read back through several posts related to nickel allergies. I have a solid silver Gemeinhardt ...
A: To be honest, there's nothing else I can think of that would really help protect the flute, aside ...
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| Intermediate Flute .... | 7/1/2009 |
Q: We've rented a flute for our daughter for 3 years and are now looking to her first (really 2nd) ...
A: First off, $500 is by no means a lot for a flute, even a student model. Particularly a high quality ...
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| RE: Metal Allergies | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I've read back through several posts related to nickel allergies. I have a solid silver Gemeinhardt ...
A: This could certainly be a problem, as most flutes are either silver or silver plated. You do have ...
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| Selecting a Flute | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I am over 50 and interested in reviving the flute playing of my youth. I am aware I can rent a ...
A: If you're interested in rock music, I suggest that you go for a standard Boehm flute (which is what ...
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| college flute auditions | 6/18/2009 |
Q: I'm a junior(to be a senior in the fall# and I've been playing flute since fourth grade. I've been ...
A: You've still got plenty of time to pull your audition together, but if you're concerned that not ...
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| Which piccolo? | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I have been playing flute for eight years now (I own a Sonare 6000) and need to get a piccolo. I'm ...
A: You've got an interesting mix of piccolos listed here! I think between these (and a few that I'll ...
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| Identifying Year and Manufacturer of Piccolo | 6/10/2009 |
Q: I came across a piccolo that is labeled as "Master New York" serial # 6864. Is it possible to ...
A: First of all, it sounds like what you've got is a "stencil." That is, an instrument built by one ...
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| Left hand pain | 6/10/2009 |
Q: Smith! I'm a grade 9 student who's been playing flute for about 3 years. Recently, I've been getting ...
A: It's not particularly unusual to develop a callous where the flute rests. I never did, despite ...
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| Buying a first flute | 6/8/2009 |
Q: Please have patience Herbert, as I come to ask a possibly foolish question. Costco sells a silver ...
A: There is absolutely something these Costco/Walmart flutes are missing, and that's quality. They're ...
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| old muramatsu versus new muramatsu | 6/3/2009 |
Q: First of all thank you very much for this priceless service. I'm an experienced saxophone player ...
A: First off, ALL older Muramatsu flutes were handmade. I don't know who told you that the 1975 Mura ...
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| Flute Repair.... | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I have an old flute that was sitting in my cousin's basement for MANY years. It actually smells ...
A: If your old Gemeinhardt is actually smelling musty, it will certainly need to be fully repadded and ...
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| When to upgrade | 5/25/2009 |
Q: Oh gosh, sorry, I was tired last night and didn't realise. The question is... How can you tell ...
A: I appreciate it! Now, on to your questions! You know you need a flute upgrade when you start to ...
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| Cleaning flutes | 5/25/2009 |
Q: How do you clean flutes? I play it a few times weekly, so my flute is quite frequently used. But I ...
A: Amy! I'm glad you found my first reply helpful! As for getting under the keywork, if you really ...
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| Cleaning flutes | 5/24/2009 |
Q: How do you clean flutes? I play it a few times weekly, so my flute is quite frequently used. But I ...
A: First of all, do not use either alcohol or water to clean your flute. The alcohol will get into the ...
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| Answers to flute questions | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I would like to say how much I appreciate your answers to peoples questions, you are knowegable, ...
A: I find great joy in helping my fellow musicians, and am always pleased to hear that my answers are ...
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| Can't play a low C or C# | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I went to a teacher and the first thing he did was get me to remove the hole plugs from my Pearl 501 ...
A: There are no exercises to change the span between your fingers, and attempting to do so could be ...
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| Old 1-key flute | 5/15/2009 |
Q: Smith, some years ago while in France I bought an old simple-system one-key transverse flute. The ...
A: It sounds like what you have is a classic "traverso" common in the Baroque/Classical eras. Clementi ...
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| Cleaning a Flute | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I have recently purchased an older Gemeinhardt flute that has been in storage for a while and now is ...
A: The best way to maintain the finish of your flute is with a polishing cloth meant specifically for ...
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| Instrument Choice | 5/14/2009 |
Q: My 10 year old daughter is going to play the flute in the 6th grade band next year. The band ...
A: Annie! In circumstances like this, I must urge you do what is best for your daughter, rather than ...
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| Instrument Choice | 5/14/2009 |
Q: My 10 year old daughter is going to play the flute in the 6th grade band next year. The band ...
A: I have difficulty understanding why your daughter's teacher would recommend the 281. In my opinion, ...
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| Practicing on my own | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I am a Grade 5 Flutist and have been getting lessons for a number of years.Unfortunately due to the ...
A: Nigel! I'm glad you found my first message useful! I'm always willing to help students! Please do ...
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| Practicing on my own | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I am a Grade 5 Flutist and have been getting lessons for a number of years.Unfortunately due to the ...
A: I absolutely would not add any more technical books to the list, as I believe you've made technical ...
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| miyazawa headjoint and braces - again! | 5/3/2009 |
Q: many thanks for your prompt reply to my last query - we'll follow up on you advice re braces! On the ...
A: Janice! Regarding that headjoint, it is an older model number, but that by no means indicates that ...
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| breath length and quality | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I'm a freshman flutist my high school band's wind ensemble, and I'm hoping you can help me out. It ...
A: There are actually a couple of possibilities here, and without observing your playing, I can't be ...
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| head joints and braces! | 5/2/2009 |
Q: WE have been offered a miyazawa solid silver headjoint as a gift for my daughter (and her flute!) ...
A: That headjoint is a high quality, handmade headjoint, and I would certainly encourage you to accept ...
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| Tremolo | 4/30/2009 |
Q: my name is Mycah, and I have been playing flute in band since I was in 4th grade. In one piece of ...
A: I'm sure that it's possible to get a live example, particularly if you have a good private teacher, ...
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| dirty chin from flute playing... | 4/29/2009 |
Q: My daughter has a Yamaha XT1 flute with the gold lip plate. Recently after playing she looks like ...
A: I have no record of the XT1 flute. It's certainly not one of Yamaha's standard US models, but their ...
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| Tongue notes | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I'm a middle school flutist and I've been playing for nearly a year. I don't have private lessons, ...
A: Essentially all tonguing is is interrupting the airstream with your tongue. This will allow you to ...
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| Open hole flutes | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I am 12 years old and am in year 7. I have played the flute since year four and I am currently ...
A: First of all, you should be looking for an intermediate flute, not one with open holes. The flute ...
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| Picking up my flute again | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I'm a senior citizen who hasn't played her flute for at least 2 years and am thinking about getting ...
A: I sure hope you will take the flute back up. As you undoubtedly know, there's so much pleasure to ...
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| The 4th octave | 4/25/2009 |
Q: For solo and ensemble net year I am thinking of getting Sonatina by Eldin Burton. In the third ...
A: The Burton is a fantastic piece, and if you're up to playing it, can really show you off as a ...
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| Beginner Flute comparison | 4/20/2009 |
Q: My 11 year old grandaughter is starting band next year and her instrument of choice is the flute. ...
A: First off, you won't need a Carnegie XL flute. The Carnegie line essentially puts extra features on ...
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| tone, repair, upgrade | 4/17/2009 |
Q: First of all, sorry for the longwinded nature of this question(s). I have played the flute since ...
A: First of all, let me congratulate you on your return to the flute, and say that I appreciate you ...
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| embouchure hole repair | 3/31/2009 |
Q: Smith - I've just acquired a beautiful vintage Wm. S. Haynes flute. It was crafted in 1929. The ...
A: Craig! I've attended some of Jon's classes, and I definitely recommend them if you're interested in ...
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| embouchure hole repair | 3/30/2009 |
Q: Smith - I've just acquired a beautiful vintage Wm. S. Haynes flute. It was crafted in 1929. The ...
A: There's no cheap and easy fix for that kind of damage, but that nick's very unlikely to be causing ...
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| Db Piccolo | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I am looking into buying a Db piccolo, but have no idea where to begin or where to look. If you have ...
A: I'm a fan of Db piccolo as it has numerous uses, and would certainly encourage you to buy one if ...
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| flute upgrading | 3/30/2009 |
Q: Please could you give me some advise on upgrading my daughter's flute. She will sit the grade 5 ...
A: You really can't go wrong with any of Pearl's professional flutes, as they are fully handmade ...
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| flute upgrading | 3/29/2009 |
Q: Please could you give me some advise on upgrading my daughter's flute. She will sit the grade 5 ...
A: Heather! Within the Pearl range you have a huge number of different options, and without knowing ...
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| Flutes and Brands to buy | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I asked you a question yesterday and here is the info you might need: I have been playing flute for ...
A: There may well be a difference in sound between a closed hole flute and an open hole model, but that ...
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| flute upgrading | 3/28/2009 |
Q: Please could you give me some advise on upgrading my daughter's flute. She will sit the grade 5 ...
A: I don't think you necessarily should upgrade to a Pearl, and I believe it to be the mark of a poor ...
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| Headjoint cork placement on D-flat piccolo | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I have a solid silver Armstrong D-flat piccolo that was manuafactured in 1965 (if I have the correct ...
A: I play Db piccolo as well, and it's a great little instrument! There aren't too many parts written ...
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| mouth piece | 3/24/2009 |
Q: My daughter seems to be allergic to the nickle in her flute. Can you purchase different type of ...
A: This is a relatively common problem, especially with student model flutes. Such instruments are ...
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| flute repair or replace | 3/15/2009 |
Q: my daughter is in 5th grade and plays the flute. her current flute is abundy by selmer usa sn 18042 ...
A: Mike! The fact that that was made in China Gemeinhardt really doesn't mean anything. As with most ...
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| flute repair or replace | 3/14/2009 |
Q: my daughter is in 5th grade and plays the flute. her current flute is abundy by selmer usa sn 18042 ...
A: The Bundy is worth far less than the repairs you quoted, even in perfect working order. The repairs ...
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| flute playing | 3/7/2009 |
Q: How do you "slide" between notes. IE: I have heard players go soooo smoothly from a high to low ...
A: There are two techniques that you might be describing here. The first is relatively standard, and ...
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| Yamaha 221 or 225sII? | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I'm a student flutist and I bought a cheap flute a while ago that wasn't the best quality. I've sold ...
A: If you're set on a student Yamaha, either of those models is fine. The series II is a slightly newer ...
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| Marching and Concert Picc | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I'm a second semester freshman music ed major in college and my concentration is the flute. I ...
A: In most cases there's no difference between plastic piccs and composite piccs, and you'll often see ...
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| Thin vs. Thick Flute Tone | 2/23/2009 |
Q: Herbert, I have been playing the flute since I was in the fifth grade. Now i am a freshman in ...
A: This is an excellent question, and it sounds like you're really dedicated to improving your sound, ...
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| Buying a Piccolo | 2/22/2009 |
Q: My name is Jenn and I play flute, piccolo and other instruments as well. Im a sophmore, in a high ...
A: Unfortunately, that budget is not going to buy you an instrument that is either durable or pleasant ...
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| transposing | 2/16/2009 |
Q: how do i transpose my music to a trumpets music or vise-versa?
A: Most trumpets are in Bb, and sound a major second lower than the notes written in their music, while ...
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| Playing in tune | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I would like to find out from you how to play a flute in tune with other people in the section. I ...
A: First of all, you must learn to hear when you're in tune, and when you're not. Working with an ...
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| position of mouthpiece | 2/7/2009 |
Q: When I aline the mouthpiece hole to the keys, I get an airy sound. However, I find that I get a ...
A: Putting the instrument together is a surprisingly complicated subject. If you position the various ...
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| flute options | 1/25/2009 |
Q: Can you give some insight as to the options available on some of the higher end flutes. I'm ...
A: I'll be glad to go over those options for you! There's really no con to the D# and C# rollers you ...
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| Throaty sounds during play & other issues | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I am an adult that enjoys playing flute in my spare time. I took lessons for a while, many years ...
A: These are some great questions! Luckily, I think I can help! As far as the throat noises go, there ...
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| Problem understanding medium & high note differences | 1/24/2009 |
Q: this is Salvatore and I'm back again. This time I'm having a problem when I read some notes in ...
A: This is a common problem for many beginners. When you play a given note, you're essentially ...
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| question | 1/20/2009 |
Q: um,i have a small question...in this piece of music i am playing i have to trill a D flat to an E ...
A: I'm not sure which octave you're trilling in, but that will affect what fingerings you can use. ...
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| Antique Flute | 1/16/2009 |
Q: It's mostly in French so here goes...Universelle 1900 Exposition De Paris, Hors Concours, Membre Du ...
A: Randi! I'm very pleased that you found my first answer helpful! I try to assist as much as ...
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| Antique Flute | 1/16/2009 |
Q: It's mostly in French so here goes...Universelle 1900 Exposition De Paris, Hors Concours, Membre Du ...
A: First off, that engraving indicates that your flute was made by Couesnon and Company (a French ...
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| Wooden Piccolos | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Gemeinhardt 4SP piccolo and would like to know if there would be a benefit to switching to ...
A: There is absolutely no difference in sound between metal and wood, because material has absolutely ...
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| Different sizes of flutes. | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I've heard others talking about sizes of flutes and didn't know thay came in different sizes. What ...
A: Louise! There are many different flutes out there besides the concert flute that most people are ...
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| Alto Flutes / Good Value for Money | 1/3/2009 |
Q: I've returned to playing flute mainly for holiday performances at church -- group performance and as ...
A: You're fortunate to have two of the largest flute dealers in the US right near NYC, either of which ...
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| what did I buy | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I bought a used flute. It says Signet Special made buy the Selmer Co. It also says it is coin ...
A: The Signet line was a popular Selmer product during the middle of the twentieth century, and ...
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| Sticky key | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I've been playing the flute for 10+ years, and always have the same key make the "sticky" sound. ...
A: Unfortunately, there is no real cure to this problem short of having the pads replaced, which is ...
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| Armstrong Flute | 12/26/2008 |
Q: My 12 yr old granddaughter is coming to visit me on Monday and I'd like to get her a flute. She has ...
A: There is no difference between a 104 and a 104S besides age. This model has been Armstrong's ...
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| Flute choices as I age.... | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I have played flute now for over 40 years. My professional model arrived in 1969 and was an ...
A: In my opinion, it takes an AWFUL lot to kill a good quality, handmade flute. There are instruments ...
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| Flute choices as I age.... | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I have played flute now for over 40 years. My professional model arrived in 1969 and was an ...
A: I'm afraid I'm not entirely clear on what you mean by needing "an easy flute to play." Does the ...
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| flute plugs | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I just purchased a Pearl PF-665RBE open hole flute for my daughter for Christmas. The holes have ...
A: There are essentially two different types of plugs, and without knowing which ones your flute came ...
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| my flute | 12/17/2008 |
Q: Right now, I'm playing an artley. Judging from the tag inside that shows one of its previous owners, ...
A: First off, age is not the reason your flute won't play low notes. There are many MUCH older ...
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| Choose Flute | 12/17/2008 |
Q: Herbert, Thank you for your reply. I talked to the sale person from the music shop. He recommended ...
A: Ed! While you're right that the seller is offering you a good price for the 381, I would not ...
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| Re: Choose Flute | 12/14/2008 |
Q: Herbert, it's Ed again. Thank you for the answer about the flute tech. Somehow I didn't get the ...
A: That's too bad that you didn't get my answer in your e-mail. This website does occasionally have ...
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| Getting clean articulation on the low notes of the flute | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I've been playing flute for almost two years now, and I know that it takes much longer than that to ...
A: You've encountered one of the most difficult things to do on flute. The instrument is naturally ...
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| Having hard time to get clear sound | 12/9/2008 |
Q: Herbert My daughter, who is 10 years old, started to play Flute last year. She had a Armstrong ...
A: Ed! Finding good flute techs is usually best done by talking to professional flutists in your area ...
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| Having hard time to get clear sound | 12/9/2008 |
Q: Herbert My daughter, who is 10 years old, started to play Flute last year. She had a Armstrong ...
A: I am afraid that that serial number does not match any records I have access to, so I cannot date ...
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| Piccolo | 12/9/2008 |
Q:
A: The short answer is simple: "Practice!" The piccolo is a very different instrument from the ...
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| Gemeinhardt Bass Flute | 12/7/2008 |
Q: There is a bass flute on sale through e-bay and the seller bought this instrument 6 years ago brand ...
A: As I mentioned in my last message, it's extremely important that you play test any instrument you ...
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| Vibrato | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I'm Karina in the tenth grade, and have been playing for almost five years. In less than two months, ...
A: Vibrato is an incredibly complex subject, which is best learned under the guidance of a private ...
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| couple questions .. | 11/28/2008 |
Q: hehe me again .. I've got some questions after reading some of the questions that you have answered ...
A: There is no such thing as a "flute leak." What you are asking about are actually called "air leaks" ...
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| flute leak | 11/24/2008 |
Q: Smith, I purchased a new Haynes Classic flute last February (2008) and have been experiencing some ...
A: Without knowing what the repair tech at Fluteworld believed the cause of that leak to be, I can't ...
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| Looking into upgrading my flute | 11/21/2008 |
Q: My name is Stephanie and I've been playing flute for over 10 years. I went to college and have a BA ...
A: Hey there Stephanie! You will not necessarily NEED a new instrument to get through grad school, but ...
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| flute finish | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I recently bought a gemeinhardt 3shb. Every time I play it for a period of about 10 minutes or more ...
A: That dust is actually the surface layer of metal, which is oxidizing (tarnishing), and then coming ...
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| Bass Flutes | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I am in the market for a bass flute. I would like to get the best value for my money. What brands ...
A: As I'm sure you've already found out, bass flutes can be quite expensive! As such, I would suggest ...
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| Gemeinhardt versus Yamaha Flutes | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I am looking to purchase a flute for my daughter who is in 5th grade, and she is joining band. In ...
A: You're very welcome, and thank YOU for the excellent feedback! It sounds like you've got a good ...
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| Gemeinhardt versus Yamaha Flutes | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I am looking to purchase a flute for my daughter who is in 5th grade, and she is joining band. In ...
A: Either the of the Gemeinhardt models you mentioned would be a fine choice, as would the Yamaha. ...
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| Flute tuning scales: Cooper vs Bennett | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I understand that flute design is all about compromises as you explained in an earlier posting. ...
A: The differences between those two scales are very minute, and neither is definitively better than ...
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| All silver, or body plated? | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I have just had my 60th birthday and decided it is time to return to the flute. Now or never. I ...
A: First off, I'm not sure who you talked to, but whoever it was gave you some bad information about ...
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| I need help reaching higher notes | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I need help on reaching higher notes. I need some advice on what I can do in order to fix this. It ...
A: By having a flute with "the third key," I assume you mean that you have a B footjoint, rather than a ...
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| Curved Headjoint | 11/2/2008 |
Q: My nine year old daughter has just started learning to play the flute. She is very petite and is ...
A: I assume you're referring to Jupiter's "Prodigy" line of flutes? If so, I think they're a great ...
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| Flute Sound Quality | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I don't know if you'll be able to provide me with the perfect answer, but anyway here's my dilemma; ...
A: If you're getting light-headed, odds are you're actually blowing MORE air, rather than FASTER air. ...
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| Orpheo? flute | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I am thinking about purchasing a flute on Ebay, the brand is Orpheo. I typed in the name on Google ...
A: To be honest, I STRONGLY suggest that you rethink your plan. There are two simple reasons for this: ...
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| Nagahara Full Concert flute | 10/26/2008 |
Q: Do you know anything about the Nagahara Full Concert flute compared to their standard modell. In ...
A: Morten! Just to clarify, I did not say to stay away from the Full Concert. I merely noted that ...
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| Nagahara Full Concert flute | 10/25/2008 |
Q: Do you know anything about the Nagahara Full Concert flute compared to their standard modell. In ...
A: The changes that Nagahara made to create the Full Concert flute are very real. However, in my mind ...
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| Brannen Cooper Orchestral Model | 10/23/2008 |
Q: Brannen now makes an Albert Cooper Orchestral Model flute which incorporates 3 desing changes: 1) ...
A: It's a little bit of both marketing and truth. The changes are very minimal in comparison to other ...
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| Which Flute to buy! | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I guess you've had this question many times before but I am seriously confused on which flute to ...
A: There is no "best" flute. Every player is different, and has different musical goals, so each has ...
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| Plugging Open holes & HJ | 10/14/2008 |
Q: I play a Powell Silver Conservatory open hole flute. For the first few months I played with the ...
A: Bruce! The Aurumite head probably would not be a perfect fit for the barrel of your flute right ...
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| Plugging Open holes & HJ | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I play a Powell Silver Conservatory open hole flute. For the first few months I played with the ...
A: Having plugs in the keys of an open hole flute will not affect it in any way at all. They have no ...
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| surface plating | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I have a flute that is thirty years old, it is an Armstrong. My daughter wants to play the flute ...
A: I don't know what the tech you took that flute to meant by the flute having "too much surface ...
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| Buying intermediate flute | 10/5/2008 |
Q: I am 22 and have been playing flute for close to 5 years now. I own a yamaha 221 (my first and only ...
A: Mina! The amount of silver (or gold, or platinum, or, or, or...) makes absolutely no impact on the ...
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| Buying intermediate flute | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I am 22 and have been playing flute for close to 5 years now. I own a yamaha 221 (my first and only ...
A: First of all, let me say that in my opinion, only your feelings about an instrument matter when ...
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| should I buy that flute? | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I got interested about a flute on sale on ebay and I am looking for your opinion: The flute in ...
A: I honestly would not suggest that you purchase that flute if you're looking for an instrument to ...
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| Haynes Flute and Piccalo | 9/27/2008 |
Q: I have been given a 1931 Haynes flute and a 1934 Haynes piccalo. I would like to know where I can ...
A: MariJane! If you're looking for an appraisal in order to establish insurance value, I would write ...
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| Db piccolo conversion? | 9/27/2008 |
Q: Could you convert a db piccolo to a c piccolo with a new c headjoint used on the db piccolo instead ...
A: Unfortunately there is no way to make a D flat picc play in the key of C without some MAJOR surgery ...
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| beautiful Sterling silver sfl-281S flute | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I have been looking at flutes to upgrade a 211s. I wondered if you could tell me if the Sterling ...
A: I absolutely agree with your gut feeling, and I would never recommend that anyone buy a Sterling ...
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| Haynes Flute and Piccalo | 9/25/2008 |
Q: I have been given a 1931 Haynes flute and a 1934 Haynes piccalo. I would like to know where I can ...
A: MariJane! In my opinion, the best option for cleaning up two such high quality instruments ...
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| Technical Books for Flute | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I am at an advanced beginner / intermediate level in flute. I am interested in what you think are ...
A: It sounds like you've got a very good grasp of the various books that focus on technique. If you ...
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| Flute auditions | 9/22/2008 |
Q: My sister would like to become a professional flute player and so she is following her dream and ...
A: What your sister's instructor is telling her is not, in my experience, true at all. College music ...
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| First time beginner Flute buyer | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I've just started taking flute lessons. The flute I've rented is an Armstrong 102. I'd like to buy ...
A: Congratulations on your new flute! I hope it brings you many years of happiness! I can't comment ...
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| Flute Amati Denak AFL 214 | 9/22/2008 |
Q: My daughter (7 years old) will start this year studying flute. Which flute should choose? I can buy ...
A: Armando! The flute I referenced in my last message was found at www.justflutes.com, which is the ...
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| A difficult piece of music | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I'm a freshman flutist at my high school. I somehow got placed into our Wind Ensemble class, which ...
A: These are some EXCELLENT questions, which surprisingly few people ask. You seem like an ...
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| Flute Amati Denak AFL 214 | 9/21/2008 |
Q: My daughter (7 years old) will start this year studying flute. Which flute should choose? I can buy ...
A: I would not suggest buying an Amati-Denak flute. The company does not produce particularly good ...
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| Gemeinhardt intermediate flutes | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I just bought a Gemeinhardt flute. I've been playing for almost 6 years, on my mother's old ...
A: Hey there, Morgan! Unfortunately, I can't tell you that you won't need to buy another flute in a ...
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| flute purchase | 9/21/2008 |
Q: My daughter is 13 years old and is starting her 4th year playing flute. She plays in the school ...
A: For the budget you've got, there are some excellent instruments available. At this level you start ...
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| Yamaha flutes on ebay | 9/20/2008 |
Q: I'm in the process of buying a student Yamaha flute for my daughter and came across some sellers on ...
A: Unfortunately, there is no definite way to be sure that a flute on eBay is actually what the seller ...
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| Flute "Playability" | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I have a flute as one was mentioned in a question to you - Artley, about 1975, 18-0, silver plated I ...
A: Hey there, Bob! I think it's fantastic that your son is going to be getting your old flute, and ...
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| Flute polishing cloth | 9/17/2008 |
Q: My godchild started band today with a flute I gave her for Christmas. She has emailed me with a ...
A: The reason the cloth turned black was that it was picking up tarnish from the surface of the flute. ...
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| Artley Flute | 9/16/2008 |
Q: We have an Artley Flute we purchased about 30 years ago. Now our granddaughter wants to learn to ...
A: Butch! From a purely financial standpoint, it doesn't make much sense to have an Artley in that ...
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| Jean Baptiste | 9/14/2008 |
Q: What do you think of the flute brand Jean Baptiste? Thanks! Jay
A: To be frank, I would never recommend that anyone buy a Jean-Baptiste flute, or any other like it. ...
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| Polishing My Flute... | 9/14/2008 |
Q: I just got a brand new Gemeinhardt flute and I was wondering if I should use my polishing cloth ...
A: If by "cleaning" you mean "swabbing" your flute, then yes, you should absolutely do that after every ...
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| new headjoint | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I am on my way to trying out new headjoints for my Gemeinhardt 3OSHB. Your last answer spoke about ...
A: Mary! How long have you been trialing the headjoint that plays flat through the second and third ...
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| flute end falls off | 9/13/2008 |
Q: Is there a way to make the connection tighter so the end joint doesn't slip off my daughter's ...
A: Any competent flute tech can fit the tenon (the part that slips into the footjoint) to the correct ...
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| Getting different sounds from an Amplified Flute | 9/10/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to electronically get much different sounds on a flute? I know its done on electric ...
A: Hey there, Salvatore! It's absolutely possible to get some very unique effects when playing an ...
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| flute | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I wanna go to a good music college next year, and I wanna know what is the best suggestion for ...
A: Without knowing exactly level you're at as a musician, I'm afraid I'm a bit limited when it comes to ...
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| flutes | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I play an Armstrong closed hole flute and am looking to upgrade to an open hole flute but,i do not ...
A: Unfortunately, I would never recommend that anyone buy a Rossetti flute, or any other like it. ...
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| Mysterious Flute | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I am a music director at a high school in Perth, Western Australia. An elderly man made a very ...
A: I think I might be able to help you with identifying that flute, but I'll need those pictures to ...
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| No idea... | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I am 19 years old and have been playing the flute since I was about 11. My only experience was in my ...
A: Jessica! If you can afford a professional flute, and your playing was developed enough that you ...
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| Difficulty with low C on flute | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I'm finding playing low C on the flute is difficult for me to get a clear sounding tone. My flute ...
A: Salvatore! What professionals play depends largely on how you define "professional." Technically, ...
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| No idea... | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I am 19 years old and have been playing the flute since I was about 11. My only experience was in my ...
A: Everyone has a different view of what a "good" flute is, and what one person thinks is a fantastic ...
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| Flute Music | 9/1/2008 |
Q: Welcome back Herbert. I am having a great time with my new flute, practicing 1 to 2 hours each day, ...
A: Hey there, John! It's great to hear from you, and I'm very glad you're enjoying your flute so much! ...
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| Flute | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to play below the stave a low A-flat and B-flat
A: It's possible to play a Low Bb on flute, but not a Low Ab. In any case, you'd need special ...
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| Heavily Used Flute | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I recently got a Gemeinhardt 2SP flute from a relative who no longer wanted it. The instrument has ...
A: Whether there's anything that can be done without breaking the bank depends on several factors: ...
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| flute tonguing | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I have recently started playing the flute and I am having a lot of trouble getting the hang the ...
A: Liz! Tonguing is probably the technique that causes beginners the most trouble. It's pretty ...
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| flute labeling | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I am looking for a used flute and have decided on the brand and model. Some of the flutes I see ...
A: Maggy! Please excuse my somewhat slow response. I've been getting one of my children settled at ...
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| Flutes tarnishing | 8/23/2008 |
Q: My name is Jean, I'm 13 and have been playing the flute for almost 2 years. Today I took my flute ...
A: What's happening to your flute is pretty standard on silver or silver-plated instruments (and ...
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| new flute or new headjoint? | 8/22/2008 |
Q: I am an adult who currently plays a Gemeinhardt 3SHBO mainly for Church services each week and the ...
A: If you're content with the way your Gemeinhardt plays, I would recommend sticking with it. In my ...
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| from beginner to intermediate player | 8/20/2008 |
Q: My 11-year old daughter is doing well on Yamaha 221 flute for the past year. She has been taking ...
A: The time to switch instruments is when either the the student or the private teacher feels that the ...
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| playing a d flat piccolo | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I just purchased a boston wonder d flat piccolo and I was wondering if you still use the same ...
A: Assuming that your piccolo is built on the Boehm system, you do indeed use the same fingerings as ...
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| an "electronic" flute | 8/18/2008 |
Q: Is there such a thing as an "electronic" flute; that is, a flute that you can use headphones with so ...
A: Unfortunately, there is no such thing as an "electronic flute" in the sense that you're looking for. ...
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| Old flute for marching band | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I have been playing the flute for 8 years now, as well as piccolo for 3. I play in the marching band ...
A: Hey there, Michelle! I see very little reason to buy or rent another instrument when you have an ...
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| student flute | 8/15/2008 |
Q: well this is where i am at . i am a mother of four so that might help you to understand what i need. ...
A: I would not suggest buying a pawn shop/eBay instrument without an extensive knowledge of exactly ...
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| Playing high A flat on piccolo | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I've been playing flute for almost 8 years now, and I've been recently switched to piccolo by my ...
A: Congratulations on beginning to play piccolo! It's a great instrument, and can really open a lot of ...
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| Difficulty with low C on flute | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I'm finding playing low C on the flute is difficult for me to get a clear sounding tone. My flute ...
A: Hey there, Salvatore! Please excuse my somewhat slow response...I've been hard at work, and have ...
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| First time beginner Flute buyer | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I've just started taking flute lessons. The flute I've rented is an Armstrong 102. I'd like to buy ...
A: Good to hear from you again, Salvatore! This is an interesting dilemma, but in the long run, I ...
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| First time beginner Flute buyer | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I've just started taking flute lessons. The flute I've rented is an Armstrong 102. I'd like to buy ...
A: I absolutely think that a headjoint could provide a much better sound. When it comes to tone ...
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| First time beginner Flute buyer | 8/8/2008 |
Q: I've just started taking flute lessons. The flute I've rented is an Armstrong 102. I'd like to buy ...
A: There are absolutely some great options in New York City, including two of the most reputable flute ...
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| notes & practicing habits | 8/6/2008 |
Q: i have 2 questions. 1st is i have been playing flute since 5th grade but i been slacking off when it ...
A: The best way to get into practicing is simply to make a habit of it. I suggest choosing a certain ...
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| Third octave notes | 8/1/2008 |
Q: my name is Rogerio and I've been playing the flute for eight months and I have a big doubt: what is ...
A: The key to doing this (or anything else) on the flute is simple....Practice! Playing pp in the ...
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| Flute Hole Plugs | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I own a silver Gemeinhardt open hole flute that my parents bought used (from my teacher) about 23 ...
A: Without knowing how large the holes are, or even what model of flute we're talking about, I'm afraid ...
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| Flute for beginner | 7/30/2008 |
Q: Herbert, I am considering a Gemeinhardt 2SH or 2SP for my 12 year old beginning student. Is the 2 SH ...
A: The only difference between the 2SP and the 2SH is that the SH has a solid silver headjoint, while ...
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| Amadeus Vs. Sonare | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I been playing the flute for 6 years now, and I am wanting to upgrade. I currently play a ...
A: Ian! That certainly sounds like you need to find a new repair tech, and does explain why your flute ...
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| Amadeus Vs. Sonare | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I been playing the flute for 6 years now, and I am wanting to upgrade. I currently play a ...
A: As you may know, the philosophy behind both the Sonare and Amadeus lines is very similar. They are ...
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| missing parts | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I just purchased at a yard sale a F.A.Reynolds Medalist flute # 175815 and the top piece is ...
A: First off, what you're missing is known as the head joint. It's the part that rests against the ...
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| First time beginner Flute buyer | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I'm about to take some flute lessons from a Music Store in my area. I will also be leasing a flute ...
A: Hey there, Salvatore! Unfortunately, you're not likely to find a quality instrument in playable ...
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| Flute | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I'm 13, and I have never played the flute. But I will be learning this year. I don't have much money ...
A: Unfortunately, Simba flutes (and the many other flutes like them) are the FSO's I warned about in my ...
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| Flute | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I purchases a Armstrong 800 flute from a local music store for my daughter who plays in the high ...
A: What you have described is a common phenomenon for flutists, and is really nothing to worry about. ...
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| Flute | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I'm 13, and I have never played the flute. But I will be learning this year. I don't have much money ...
A: While I understand the desire for a relatively inexpensive flute, you do not want to go too cheap, ...
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| Flute purchase | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I played flute for many years and had some success at it in high school, and college, as well as ...
A: Great to hear from you again, John! You're very welcome, and I hope you get a great deal of joy ...
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| Jupiter vs used DeFord | 7/24/2008 |
Q: My 12-year-old daughter began playing the flute last year and really enjoys it. We rented a ...
A: I would not suggest buying the DeFord, but that does not necessarily mean that the Jupiter is the ...
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| open hole | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I am getting ready to sell my daughters barley used flute and I have been asked if it is "open ...
A: Gemeinhardt does not offer a flute with the model number "22SP." However, it does offer a "2SP," ...
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| Used Flute | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I just purchased a used flute for my daughter, it is a Gemeinhardt 2SP how will I know if this flute ...
A: Christine! Whether or not the flute needs a service depends on several factors. If it's been more ...
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| audition piece | 7/22/2008 |
Q: i'm not a music major, but i would really like to play in an orchestra in college. i want to prepare ...
A: Susie! Without knowing exactly what part of the Bach Partita you're planning to play (It's a ...
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| Flute purchase | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I played flute for many years and had some success at it in high school, and college, as well as ...
A: John! If you'd like to look at Gemeinhardt or Yamaha, they also have their flagship student models, ...
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| Flute purchase | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I played flute for many years and had some success at it in high school, and college, as well as ...
A: John! It's great that you're going to get back into playing! I wish you only the best of luck! ...
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| Down to 3 for the new flute -Your Advice Please | 7/10/2008 |
Q: Greetings again Herbert. After nearly 3 dozen flutes (new & refurbished) we are down to ...
A: It sounds like you folks are doing your very best to ensure that your daughter gets the best flute ...
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| haynes flute | 7/9/2008 |
Q: Here is another Haynes fan. I finally have the possibility to upgrade from a Muramatsu and am ...
A: I am familiar with the "scale phenomenon" you mention, though it was not isolated to the Haynes ...
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| buying a quality flute low budget | 7/9/2008 |
Q: After renting an Armstrong for 2 yrs we bought another flute. We took that flute in today to be ...
A: I'm sorry that you got sucked into the trap of buying such an instrument. It's all too common a ...
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| B&H Emperor | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have encountered someone who has a Boosey & Hawkes Emperor flute. They say it is about 7 years ...
A: Robin! Unfortunately, the differences between the two eras of Emperor are minimal to the untrained ...
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| B&H Emperor | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have encountered someone who has a Boosey & Hawkes Emperor flute. They say it is about 7 years ...
A: There's something not quite right with what you've been told. While Boosey and Hawkes was producing ...
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| flute upgrade | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I need to upgrade my daughter's student flute. She is 16 and has been playing for 7 years. She is in ...
A: The only reason is oversight on my part. While my list is extensive, it's by no means exhaustive. ...
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| selling student flute/piccolo | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I want to sell my daughter's student flute and piccolo. I cannot find the original paperwork on the ...
A: Susan! The first thing I would try is looking at the websites of flute dealers or the manufacturers ...
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| flute upgrade | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I need to upgrade my daughter's student flute. She is 16 and has been playing for 7 years. She is in ...
A: there Susan! First off, let me say that your daughter needs to be very involved in this process. ...
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| flute | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I have a flute someone bought at a yard sale and gave to me marked: Made by W.T. Armstrong, Elkhart, ...
A: The flute and the case are definitely from two different companies. The Armstrong brand is owned by ...
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| Polishing | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I managed to pick up a Yamaha 225SII today. This used flute is my 1st flute. It seems to play ...
A: That polishing cloth should definitely be enough to take care of the brown marks. It's almost ...
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| Polishing | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I managed to pick up a Yamaha 225SII today. This used flute is my 1st flute. It seems to play ...
A: Hey there, Robin! Congrats on your new flute! You chose a great instrument to get started with, ...
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| Altus Flute | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I am thinking of buying a new flute. What do you think of the Altus 1107?? Regards, Ritchie
A: Hey there, Ritchie! I think that the 1107 is a great flute. I would never hesitate to recommend it ...
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| Used Muramatsu -Is this comparable to a DS? | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Greetings and thank you for fielding this question. We are searching for a new flute for my ...
A: With regards to the specifications, that flute is very similar to the modern DS model. However, ...
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| flute | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I bought a flute on ebay and I am wondering what you think of it. It is for my daughter, who will ...
A: I wish you'd asked me this before you bought the flute, as I would have stopped you. The flute you ...
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| Artley Flutes | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I own two Artley flutes and I am hoping to get some additional information on them. Here are the ...
A: It's great that you've found a renewed interest in music! I wish you the best of luck as you get ...
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| vintage age DeFord flute | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I have an open-hole DeFord flute, with B foot joint, purchased in 1973. It has been in storage for ...
A: As is stated in my profile, I will not provide estimates of value, and thus cannot help you ...
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| Artley Flutes | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I own two Artley flutes and I am hoping to get some additional information on them. Here are the ...
A: The 8-0 is a pretty standard example of Artley's intermediate line of instruments. These days, ...
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| Donating a used flute | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have a Bundy flute that I played for about 5 years and have not used for 25-30 years. I am ...
A: Hey there, Bettina! What you're planning is fantastic! Those programs are a GREAT way to help the ...
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| Moisture management | 6/28/2008 |
Q: I am a self-made beginner, and each session, after about half an hour of practicing the condense ...
A: There's no reason that moisture in the tube should affect your sound whatsoever. If there is an ...
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| "converting" c piccolo to d-flat piccolo | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Can a c piccolo be "converted" (by moving the head joint cork?) to a d-flat piccolo? I've played ...
A: Hey there Dee! This is a great question! Thanks for giving me the chance to answer it! I'm ...
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| noblet flute which material ? | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I have a question related to an old flute (Noblet Paris, Number: 6800, probably more than 40years ...
A: Determining whether the instrument is solid silver or plated is pretty simple. However, if it's ...
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| Buying a piccolo | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I have been playing flute for about 8 years. I need a piccolo for concert band and orchestra, but my ...
A: There are absolutely piccolos with very good intonation in that price range...However, every piccolo ...
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| Playing Sax as well as Flute | 6/19/2008 |
Q: .. I've been playing flute for 8 years and am going really well with it, but want to be a musician, ...
A: Hey there, Gracie! I'm not quite sure what your motivation for learning the sax is (you're already ...
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| what flute for marching band? | 6/18/2008 |
Q: My daughter is almost 14. She has been playing the flute since 4th grade. She has a yamaha 461H. ...
A: Yvonne! As with any piece of equipment, what is most appropriate depends entirely upon the ...
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| what flute for marching band? | 6/17/2008 |
Q: My daughter is almost 14. She has been playing the flute since 4th grade. She has a yamaha 461H. ...
A: Hey there, Yvonne! I think your daughter will be just fine with the Armstrong, provided that it's ...
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| Buying a used flute | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I am considering purchasing a used, step up model flute. I have played flute off and on for 13 years ...
A: The primary things you want to look for in a flute are tone, intonation, response, flexibility, ...
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| haynes | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I have my heart set on a Haynes flute from the 1950's. Any advice for finding one and if I do, ...
A: Hey there, Dee! Pretty much any major flute dealer would be where I'd start looking for a vintage ...
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| Moving up from a beginner flute | 6/16/2008 |
Q: My 13 year old daughter has been playing an Armstrong 104 for 2 years. Her private teacher and band ...
A: Hey there, Lisa! To be honest, you're not going to get anything more than a glorified student model ...
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| choosing a piccolo | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I've been playing the flute for about 6 years and I've decided that I want to learn the piccolo. I ...
A: Hey there Morgan! The idea that silver plays best in the upper range and wood best in the low is ...
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| Flute question | 6/14/2008 |
Q: I am a 4th year flute player. I was renting a flute from a music store, but I decided that I want ...
A: Hey there, Jimmy! Let me go over what the various combinations of letters/numbers mean and then ...
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| Armstrong 104ss | 6/13/2008 |
Q: My son has been playing flute for three years on an Armstrong 104(which he loves). He's decent and ...
A: Let me start off by saying that even older flutes should not need to go to the shop 3 or 4 times a ...
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| dean yang flutes | 6/13/2008 |
Q: i want to know the best flute brand. Many at my school have Dean Yang. However, i am finding yamaha ...
A: I can't say for sure why Dean Yang flutes aren't more readily available, but I'd say that in the ...
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| dean yang,yamaha,jupiter,gemihart(wrong spelling,or armstrong? | 6/12/2008 |
Q: i want to know the best flute brand. Many at my school have Dean Yang. However, i am finding yamaha ...
A: " Unfortunately, there is no best flute brand. Each one is different, as is every player. Each ...
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| selling flute | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I iniherited a Haynes silver flute from my mother. I also have a gemenhardt of my own that I have ...
A: Linda! Thanks for getting back to me! Given the new information, I would agree with your ...
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| selling flute | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I iniherited a Haynes silver flute from my mother. I also have a gemenhardt of my own that I have ...
A: Let's start with which flute to sell.... This is really a personal decision that only you can make. ...
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| Yamaha | 6/5/2008 |
Q: My son has been playing the flute for about a year, and since he has decided to move ahead with it, ...
A: The 200's are all very similar flutes. They do have some differences with regards to their ...
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| Headjoint style on the piccolo | 6/4/2008 |
Q: My name is Thomas Moody. I have been an amateur piccolo player for a number of years. I play simply ...
A: Hey there, Thomas! This is a question I get from time to time, but I don't think I've ever gotten ...
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| Delphi- model 350 | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I've recently started playing flute again, after taking a 25yr leave of absence. I picked up a cheap ...
A: My first thought is that your Artley almost certainly needs to work to perform properly, and a good ...
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| Struggling to understand a note concept. | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I understand my titling of the question may be confusing, so apologies. I am extreme beginner at ...
A: Hey there, Hayley! In order to understand this phenomenon, we must first have an understanding of ...
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| sound | 5/19/2008 |
Q: We have a small praise band in our church, and we are trying mike each instrument. Where,exactly, ...
A: Kim! The flute actually emits sounds from two different sources. Most of the sound will come out ...
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| buying a new flute | 5/16/2008 |
Q: My daughter has been playing about 4 years mostly in a school setting. She has a tutor right now ...
A: Debbie! Whether or not a handcut silver head will be the best for your daughter is something only ...
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| Buying a Piccolo | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I'm purchasing a piccolo for sure this summer, just to pick up for fun and occasionaly play in the ...
A: The information saying that Cibaili's are terrible piccolos is absolutely correct. I would NEVER ...
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| buying a new flute | 5/14/2008 |
Q: My daughter has been playing about 4 years mostly in a school setting. She has a tutor right now ...
A: You're correct that I always encourage people to try as many flutes as possible for the very reason ...
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| flute plugs | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I've been playing flute for about five years and just recently switched to an open hole flute, which ...
A: There is no particular order in which you should remove the plugs....In fact, you don't have to ...
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| buying a new flute | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I would like to buy my daughter a new flute. She has been playing for 2 years now in elementary ...
A: Hey there, Lina! First off, let me ask how you've settled upon Yamahas. They're great flutes, but ...
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| flute age | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I am wondering if you could tell me how old a Yamaha flute 225S is. I was reading an email answered ...
A: I'm afraid I can't date this flute very precisely without a serial number to base my estimate on, as ...
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| Roy Seaman Piccolo | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I am looking into purchasing a new Roy Seaman piccolo. What is the difference between the Roy ...
A: I'm glad you've found my responses helpful! Thank you, in turn, for your excellent feedback! It's ...
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| Roy Seaman Piccolo | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I am looking into purchasing a new Roy Seaman piccolo. What is the difference between the Roy ...
A: Karen! It's good to hear from you again! Near the beginning of production of Gemeinhardt's "Roy ...
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| Mechanism | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I was wondering what noticable difference there would be between a flute with silver plated ...
A: The material the mechanism is made of makes absolutely no difference from the player's perspective. ...
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| Roy Seaman Piccolo | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I am looking into purchasing a new Roy Seaman piccolo. What is the difference between the Roy ...
A: There are several differences between the Roy Seaman piccs and the Roy Seaman LTD piccs. The Roy ...
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| Too Late to learn | 5/1/2008 |
Q: I guess I am looking for more psychological help that technical help. I always wanted to play ...
A: Good to hear from you again, Noel! It sounds like you've got a good set-up, and there's really not ...
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| pan flute | 4/29/2008 |
Q: i play the flute and i want to know the following: how hard is it to go from flute to pan flute? is ...
A: The pan flute employs a similar technique to the concert flute (insomuch as sound production is ...
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| Piccolo brand trouble | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I am currently wanting to buy a piccolo I do play an Armstrong flute and i am wondering if that ...
A: Hey there, Jessica! As with any instrument purchase, it's very important that you play as many ...
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| Flute | 4/27/2008 |
Q: it's me katherine again. Heres the answers to your questions. I am playing a Yamaha 110 (student ...
A: If you're looking for better sound quality, you don't need open holes. They do nothing for sound, ...
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| buescher flute | 4/26/2008 |
Q: My hubby purchased a buescher aristocrat flute model number 344290 at a flea market for my 10yr old ...
A: Lisa! I would definitely suggest that you find a modern student model for your daughter to start ...
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| needing to upgrade daughter's flute | 4/21/2008 |
Q: My daughter will be entering high school next year, and we are needing to upgrade her beginner ...
A: Whether or not that's a good price really depends on which flute it is. You see, there are actually ...
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| Buying new intermediate Flute | 4/20/2008 |
Q: I'm a first flute player in a school band (advanced band) and am planning to buy a new intermediate ...
A: To be honest, I would not suggest either of these models. The reason for this is simple. The ...
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| Breathing Technique | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I've been playing flute since the 5th grade and am currently graduating from 8th grade. I have made ...
A: there Monika! There are actually a couple of possibilities here, and without observing your ...
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| breathing | 4/17/2008 |
Q: i'm currently working on the mozart concerto in g. i've always had problems with my breathing but ...
A: Hey there, Steph! There are actually a couple of possibilities here, and without observing your ...
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| transposing a d flat piccolo to part to c piccolo | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I'm having difficulty transposing a d flat piccolo part to c piccolo. I think I have to transpose ...
A: there, Regina! Are you trying to play a Db piccolo part on a C piccolo, or a C piccolo part on a Db ...
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| Starting on Piccolo | 4/17/2008 |
Q: Smith, I've played clarinet and tenor saxophone for about six years along with piano, but I am very ...
A: The simple answer to your question is no, you don't HAVE to play flute first. However, I (and many, ...
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| LowA | 4/15/2008 |
Q: How do you play the low A that is three lines down, on a flute?
A: I'm not sure I understand your question, as "A three lines down" is a bit vague (three lines down ...
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| Gemeinhardt flute | 4/13/2008 |
Q: i have a M-1 student flute. i want to get it in good working condition but it hasnt been played for ...
A: Unfortunately, I cannot tell you how much you should expect to pay, as that depends largely on what ...
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| a flute that won't play c-f | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I am an intermediate flute player with no real knowledge of the workings of a flute. Today a young ...
A: That's a very unfortunate situation. Unfortunately, you're probably not going to be able to do ...
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| Sankyo Flutes | 4/8/2008 |
Q: Currently, I play a Yamaha 674 and I've looked over some other flutes on the professional ...
A: All of the flutes you mentioned are very well built, and extremely reliable. They play great, and ...
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| Armstrong 80 flute | 4/1/2008 |
Q: I purchased and Armstrong Model 80 Serial #0350 in 1972 but did not continue with the flute after ...
A: Hey there Leo! That serial number you gave me doesn't match up with the time that you purchased ...
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| flute cap | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I play an Alton McCanless professional flute. I have graduated college and am currently teaching ...
A: Hey there, Valerie! Different crowns can indeed make a difference (though these differences are ...
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| First Time Buying | 3/29/2008 |
Q: Hey there. this is going to be my first time buying a flute. I'm currently renting one at my music ...
A: Hey there Nicki! Congrats in advance on the new flute! It's quite exciting to get a new ...
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| piccolos | 3/28/2008 |
Q: i have been wanting a piccolo for a while. at first i wanted a solid silver piccolo, but know i have ...
A: Hey there Kindra! First let me ask how you've settled upon the Roy Seaman Signature. If you've ...
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| My budget | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I appreciate what you answered me and it was very helpful! Well......my budget is not much, I am ...
A: Joao! With the money you have, you're looking at either a new student flute, or a used ...
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| flute pads | 3/24/2008 |
Q: i have recently bought a flute after not playing for over 20 years, i am really rusty and dont know ...
A: Hey there Allison! If the flute plays well (or can be made to play well with a small amount of ...
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| Powell Signature | 3/23/2008 |
Q: you asked me to write back to explain the problem with low E. It's the sound of the note that's not ...
A: Melanie! Good to hear back from you! My first thought as far as flute-related problems go, is that ...
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| Flute quality | 3/22/2008 |
Q: I am an adult, over 50, and recently decided that I wanted to learn how to play the flute. I did my ...
A: Hey there Jeannie! First let me say that as long as you're happy with the flute, then it doesn't ...
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| Which type to buy | 3/22/2008 |
Q: My name is Joao and I play the flute for almost 6 years and I had a Yamaha flute before it got ...
A: Let me go ahead and answer your question from the other message first so that I don't forget. The ...
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| New Flute | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I am planning on buying a new flute for my 12-year old daughter as a graduation gift. She will be ...
A: Hey Robert! You've got some great questions, and your daughter has a great flute to look forward to ...
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| Conn Solid Silver Flute | 3/3/2008 |
Q: My daughter currently has a Yamaha 211 but someone has told me they have the above flute for sale ...
A: Hey Sian! I've certainly heard of the Conn company. They're actually the oldest continually ...
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| Alto flute | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I would like to purchase an alto flute. I must say I was quite choqued of the prices. A Yamaha ...
A: While Yamaha makes some fantastic harmony flutes, there is no way to define any maker's instruments ...
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| guy humphrey flute | 3/2/2008 |
Q: i found a guy humphrey paris flute, i need to find a crown. were can i find the part, and any info ...
A: I don't have much info on Guy Humphrey...The company was actually mostly known for their clarinets, ...
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| Yamaha Professional vs. Yamaha 800 series | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I own a Yamaha 784H flute, the top-of-the-line of the Professional Series. I'm not a professional ...
A: Unless there is something you don't like about your current instrument, there's no reason to buy a ...
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| performance anxiety!! | 2/29/2008 |
Q: do you have any new tips for performance related anxiety? I perform regularly in an orchestra, and ...
A: Victoria. I'm afraid I don't have any new advice for you beyond what I've written to other posters. ...
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| Silicone pads | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I have an older flute - purchased around 1979. Flute is in great shape, however, at some point, the ...
A: Good to hear from you! Obviously, without seeing this flute, and being allowed to take it apart, I ...
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| Checking for flute leaks? | 2/26/2008 |
Q: ] I was wondering if there was a way to check for leaks in my flute? One of the keys isn't going ...
A: There are certainly ways to check for leaks, but unfortunately they cannot be taught over the ...
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| buying a piccolo | 2/25/2008 |
Q: My 9th grade daughter has been playing flute for 6 years. She's taken up Piccolo recently and wants ...
A: Hey there Dena! To be honest, I wouldn't really recommend either the Prelude or the Barrington. ...
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| 440 vs, 442 | 2/21/2008 |
Q: Here's another technical one. My Armstrong 104 is inscribed "A442"---the frequency at which it is ...
A: It's great to hear from you again! This is an interesting question you bring up. I'll go through ...
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| Firth, Pond flute | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I asked a question yesterday about a firth, pond flute. Thanks for your quick response. The flute ...
A: Hey Paul! Good to hear back from you. While it would not be impossible for this flute to be ...
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| Adult Starting Over | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I am 32 years old and taking up the flute again after not touching one since high school due to a ...
A: While I completely understand the desire to teach yourself, I would suggest that you go ahead and ...
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| B foot | 2/20/2008 |
Q: Herbert, I have been reading many of your responses to questions at this website. You seem to have ...
A: I'm glad you've found my other answers helpful! This is a question that I don't believe I've yet ...
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| Bfoot Flute | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I read your answer regarding the DelPhi Flute and was grateful for that info as I am looking to buy ...
A: I'm glad you've found some of my past answers informative! Now, as for selling your MKVI to fund a ...
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| Where to get silver tenons? | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for a silver tenon to fit a Yamaha flute for a flute mouthpiece project. Where would I ...
A: Gary! I'm sorry, but I don't understand your request. As I mentioned in may last message, tenons ...
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| flute playing | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I have been playing for four months now and everyone says I play at an intermediate level. However, ...
A: Please forgive my somewhat slow response. The last couple of days have been jam-packed with ...
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| Where to get silver tenons? | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I'm looking for a silver tenon to fit a Yamaha flute for a flute mouthpiece project. Where would I ...
A: Hey there Gary! Please forgive my somewhat slow answer. I had a 10 hour rehearsal yesterday, and ...
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| Plug Removal | 2/14/2008 |
Q: I was wondering, I am buying a Pearl 665RBE Quantz Coda. I played it in the practice room during ...
A: Good to hear from you! Since I don't know precisely what kind of plugs you have (they vary from ...
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| Gemeinhardt model numbers | 2/11/2008 |
Q: what's the difference between a "MS2", "22SP", and a '2sp"? AND is there a list somewhere to look ...
A: Hey there Carl! As far as I'm aware, there are no charts that compare different models of ...
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| Music Education | 2/9/2008 |
Q: Smith, I am a current student doing research on my major for college. That would be to major ...
A: I'm glad you found my first answer helpful! Given your goals, I would strongly suggest that you ...
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| Music Education | 2/8/2008 |
Q: Smith, I am a current student doing research on my major for college. That would be to major ...
A: You've got some great questions there! I look forward to answering them! I should tell you that ...
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| flute | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I have a W T Armstrong flute with the numbers 104 6 1386 and I dont see this numbers in your list ...
A: What you have there is an Armstrong 104, probably one of the most popular instruments the Armstrong ...
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| headjoint corks | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I recently had my flute overhauled. A dent in the tail end of the body was fixed, and all the pads ...
A: You have some good questions. It absolutely does sound like that headjoint cork needs to be ...
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| flute repair | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I dropped my flute in the case. Now cannot seem to get d , e flat or e natural to play. Did some ...
A: Hey Val! There are several things that could have gone wrong, ranging from a rod or key cup getting ...
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| Tendonitis | 2/4/2008 |
Q: Hey, I am very interested in a certain flute, that happens to be inline. I have some tendonitis ...
A: I think that that's an excellent reason to stay away from Inline G flutes. The Inline G is very ...
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| Flute upgrade | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I have just passed Grade 7 flute on a 60 year old Boosey and Hawkes Emperor flute and am considering ...
A: Pretty much the same options exist for selling this flute as for selling any other....You can either ...
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| Flute: Teeth problem | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I've been playing the flute for ~ 7 yrs now, and recently I am becoming more aware of soreness at ...
A: Now, you say when your jaw is closed, that there's a gap of about 1 cm. I'm not clear if you mean ...
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| Musical notes | 2/1/2008 |
Q: What is a note with a staccato and accent together?
A: Hey there Sarah! I'm not sure I understand your question, but generally that notation (an accent ...
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| Flute -- jazz | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I am probably a grade 7 (ten being very good) amateur flutest and I want to include some jazz in my ...
A: If you want to learn to play jazz decently, I would not suggest attempting to teach yourself. There ...
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| replacement parts | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I have a 50 year old Artley flute that has not been played in the last 30 years. It is missing the ...
A: Hey there Anne! That piece (called the "head joint") should be entirely replaceable. You actually ...
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| A beginner's used flute? | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I've been reading through, and I think I've gotten a good idea what to look for for my 11 yo ...
A: To be honest, I would take the Yamaha. If it's in good working order (no play in the mechanism, ...
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| A beginner's used flute? | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I've been reading through, and I think I've gotten a good idea what to look for for my 11 yo ...
A: Hey there Colin! I do have some ideas about this... First of all, while the store you're buying ...
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| H.N. White Flute | 1/27/2008 |
Q: Herbert, I have an H.N. White & Company flute in its original case, which is leather bound and red ...
A: The short answer is that your flute is not worth much. Even White flutes in absolutely topnotch, ...
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| Buying a flute | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I am looking at buying a Portland 18K Gold Plated Flute, and was wondering if it would be a major ...
A: To start off, this Portland flute that you're looking at is not going to be any improvement over ...
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| which flute to buy | 1/27/2008 |
Q: When purchasing a flute is it important to get a sterling silver body as well as headjoint. I ...
A: Hey there Laurie! When you're buying a flute, it absolutely doesn't matter what the body is made ...
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| Armstrong model 104 | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I recently bought an Armstrong model 104 flute for my daughter off of eBay. It seems to be just as ...
A: I definitely suspect that there's something wrong with the flute. Most likely it's that the pads ...
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| buying a piccolo | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I am a serious flute player, and working towards a professional career in performance. I don't have ...
A: Hey there TJ! Let me say that while the Keefe piccolos are excellent instruments, they're also ...
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| Buying a flute | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I am an advancing high school flutist and my teacher recomends me getting a used muramatsu. Unless ...
A: First off, your teacher is doing you a disservice by telling you which brands to buy. She's ...
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| Flute shopping | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I am a high school student who has been playing the flute for about 10 years. I am getting ready to ...
A: Unfortunately you won't get a truly professional instrument for the budget you have, but you ...
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| rene duval flutes | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I have cams across a Rene Duval Flute,I have no idea what its worth,history,anything,I know it has ...
A: Hey Steve! Now that you have a positive ID of the instrument, I may be able to help a little. ...
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| Armstrong 104 | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I saw this flute (serial 30 25708) in a second hand store for a ridiculously low price that I just ...
A: Hey there Terry! First of all, congrats on starting to learn the flute. It's a fantastic ...
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| piccolo notes | 1/15/2008 |
Q: Im just wondering if you have any good alternates for the F, G, and A flat. Im a beginner piccolist, ...
A: As long as your piccolo is in good condition, F and G shouldn't be particularly troublesome notes. ...
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| Yamaha 211s repad | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have obtained a yamaha 211 which was repadded in November 2007 for my daughter but when she first ...
A: That's a very unfortunate situation you have, and the tech that performed the work should absolutely ...
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| Braces are comming out soon | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have been playing the flute for three years and I started with braces. Now that they are coming ...
A: Unfortunately, you're probably going to experience some problems with your flute playing as a result ...
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| DelPhi Flutes | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have been playing the flute for about ten years and am looking to upgrade to a professional model ...
A: The name on that flute is actually neither the model nor the manufacturer. The Delphi flutes were ...
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| Opinion? | 1/13/2008 |
Q: Hey there, I've been playing the flute for 4-5 years and currently own a Yamaha 674 with an EC ...
A: Hey there Mickeala! Yamahas are excellent instruments, regardless of level. In fact, Yamaha is the ...
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| flutes | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I play the recorder fairly well. I want to expand. I have always loved the sound of flutes and ...
A: Hey there Melody! As you might know, recorders are technically flutes, so you already play one! I ...
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| Flute playing | 1/5/2008 |
Q: My question is about how to combat tension in my throat. I've recently come back to playing after a ...
A: Well, given that you've just recently returned to playing, I would say that the first step to ...
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| noisey breathing! | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I asked the same question to LeAnne, and unfortunately, we told me nothing new. I have ben trying ...
A: I can't see how Leanne's last bit of advice about the lower abdominals could possibly help, either, ...
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| Flute problem | 1/4/2008 |
Q: I have an Emerson flute. The head joint is stuck on and will not budge at all. It will not turn, ...
A: I do indeed know of things that could help, ranging from application of penetrating oils and other ...
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| UPGRADE CHOICES | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I LEARNED ON AND AM PLAYING AN ARMSTRONG PLATEAU BEGINNER FLUTE.I LIKE THE SOUND FOR THE MOST PART. ...
A: First off, if you're happy with the sound of your Armstrong, why are you looking for an upgrade? ...
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| old gemeinhardt | 1/1/2008 |
Q: hey man, i'm a jazz woodwind doubler in nyc and i've been playing an old gemeinhardt 355 silver ...
A: Well, $1000 isn't a lot to work with, but I think I can help. In that price range, you have almost ...
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| about flute | 1/1/2008 |
Q: hey believe me i'm crazy about flute...but the problem is, i can'nt play it!! even i can'nt ...
A: Hey there Qamar! If you're serious about the flute, the best thing you can do for yourself is to ...
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| old gemeinhardt | 12/30/2007 |
Q: hey man, i'm a jazz woodwind doubler in nyc and i've been playing an old gemeinhardt 355 silver ...
A: Hey there Sean! Whether or not you should trade it in or sell it depends on what you want to get ...
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| Flute tuning | 12/30/2007 |
Q: The cleaning rod for my Armstrong 90 silver flute has gone missing. Would the rod from a different ...
A: Hey Penny! Any cleaning rod should have the line in about the same place, so you don't need to ...
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| Gemeinhardt headjoint with correct body | 12/29/2007 |
Q: I purchased a used Gemeinhardt flute a few months ago and I am wondering if it has a replacement ...
A: I'm afraid I can't tell you whether the head is solid silver without inspecting it, but there is a ...
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| Flute headjoints | 12/29/2007 |
Q: I would like to buy a new flute headjoint for my Armstrong 103B. I am looking at silver headjoints. ...
A: First off, the material does not impact how the flute sounds or plays, so I would not be ...
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| my mother's Gemeinhardt flute | 12/28/2007 |
Q: My mother has died and I need to sell her Gemeinhardt M3 flute. I need to know how to tell what ...
A: I'm very glad I was able to help you. The best way to polish a flute up is with a cloth ...
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| my mother's Gemeinhardt flute | 12/28/2007 |
Q: My mother has died and I need to sell her Gemeinhardt M3 flute. I need to know how to tell what ...
A: To answer your question, we first need to define what each piece is. The part that you blow into is ...
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| flute value | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I haven't played in 4 years due to not having a flute, but I just bought a Geminhardt 22sp (serial ...
A: When your flute was new, it would have had an MSRP of about $800, but would have actually retailed ...
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| Muramatsu aged AD or new EX? | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I am searching for a new flute and am interested in the muramatsu flute. I have come across a ...
A: Hey there Wendy! This is a very personal decision, and one that can only be made by you playing the ...
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| muramatsu flute | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I have a muramatsu flute no. 26972. Is there any way of telling what model, composition etc. it is ...
A: That's great Douglas! Thanks for the update! I'm glad to hear that they were able to help you. ...
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| low do won't play | 12/26/2007 |
Q: Herbert hello, I have bought my wife a rather simple flute (silver coated "Dolnet") about a year ...
A: The temperature should not directly affect whether or not specific pitches are playable, but changes ...
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| Venus Flutes | 12/26/2007 |
Q: Venus is a good brand or not. As you might know Venus offers multi colored flutes. I would like an ...
A: Hey there, Jesse! Under no circumstances should you buy a Venus. They're junker imports, and ...
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| muramatsu flute | 12/24/2007 |
Q: I have a muramatsu flute no. 26972. Is there any way of telling what model, composition etc. it is ...
A: Hey Douglas! The best way to get that kind of information would be to write to the Muramatsu ...
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| piccolos | 12/23/2007 |
Q: my name is Kindra. i have a Haynes flute that my Grandpa gave to me. i love it so much and can say ...
A: Good to hear from you! This is a very involved question, so please forgive me in advance for being ...
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| Squeaking | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I've been playing flute for about 3 years now, and I am about to do my 7th grade AMEB exam. I have ...
A: Good to hear from you! First of all, is the problem a literal squeak, or is it just that you're ...
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| chair test | 12/21/2007 |
Q: do you have any suggestions for how to do better on chair tests? the past few i have been 2nd or 3rd ...
A: If you want me to answer for your specific circumstances, there's a lot of information I need. ...
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| Age of my flute | 12/18/2007 |
Q: Could you possibly tell me the age of the flute I am playing? I'm just wondering. I bought used and ...
A: Unfortunately, I can't tell you the exact age of your flute, but I think I can help you. First off, ...
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| which is a better flute... | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I was just wondering if a Gemeinhardt or Armstrong is a better flute, because I want to purchase ...
A: You're very welcome! I don't know your budget, but if you have $325 dollars, you can get a Yamaha ...
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| which is a better flute... | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I was just wondering if a Gemeinhardt or Armstrong is a better flute, because I want to purchase ...
A: Hey Hilary! Unfortunately, there is no definitive answer to this (there never is when someone asks ...
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| Is this a good brand? | 12/15/2007 |
Q: I just had a question on the brand of my flute, and whether or not it would be better to upgrade the ...
A: First off, is it a Bueschner, or a Buescher? Buescher flutes are decent, if not fabulous, while ...
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| to buy or repair | 12/15/2007 |
Q: Herbert, thanks for taking questions. I played flute at school for 7 years then went on with career. ...
A: I have to say that this is one of the best, most thoughtful questions I've been asked recently. I'm ...
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| New Flute | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I am interested in playing flute for a long time I am in 7th grade and have been playing for 2 12 ...
A: Good to hear from you again! Unfortunately, you're not going to find an intermediate flute in good ...
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| Buying a new flute | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I have been playing a flute for about six years and am looking for a new flute for college band, I ...
A: Good to hear from you again! By the sound of it, you are indeed looking for an intermediate flute, ...
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| Kohlert Flute | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I recently received a Kohlert flute that belonged to my father. I am wondering where I could find ...
A: Hey Pamela! Unfortunately, you have on your hands one of the makes of flute for which there is ...
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| Upgrade flute | 12/13/2007 |
Q: My daughter has been playing the flute for 2 years and has progressed quickly. Her teacher says ...
A: My opinion is that your daughter's teacher needs to seriously rethink her philosophy on upgrades. I ...
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| Which flute and where to buy | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I am looking for a flute for my wife who played the flute back in high school and would like to pick ...
A: First of all, let me say that while it's a noble idea to give your wife a flute, it's important that ...
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| New Flute | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I am interested in playing flute for a long time I am in 7th grade and have been playing for 2 12 ...
A: I cannot provide much help without an idea of your budget. If you'd like to do a "follow-up" and ...
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| PFP-105 pearl piccolo | 12/12/2007 |
Q: Do you know how I can get a PFP-105 piccolo for about $500-$700. Also, do you know other good brands ...
A: Unfortunately, I think that's wishful thinking on the Pearl. They're pretty expensive piccs (MSRP ...
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| Emerson piccolo | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I am looking at purchasing a used Emerson "U.S.A." piccolo, resin body with a gold lip plate online. ...
A: Not bein g a representative of Emerson, I can't say definitively whether they might gold plate there ...
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| Buying a new flute | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have been playing a flute for about six years and am looking for a new flute for college band, I ...
A: In order for me to suggest flutes, I need some additional information. Could you please tell me ...
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| Armstrong 90 Student Model | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have a 1975 Armstrong 90 that has a sterling silver head and body. My 10 year old daughter ...
A: First of all, let me suggest that you have your daughter's teacher supervise how she's cleaning the ...
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| Gemeinhardt flute. What is it worth? | 12/10/2007 |
Q: Gemeinhardt flute model: M2S serial: 400790 Solid silver It is used, in good condition, no dents or ...
A: These older Gemeinhardts were not well built at the time of manufacture, and as a result are not ...
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| buzzing noise | 12/10/2007 |
Q: Whenever I play a D on the staff (and sometimes other notes around it) my flute makes a buzzing ...
A: I'm afraid I can't nail down the problem without seeing the flute firsthand, but I can provide some ...
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| My F won't play | 12/9/2007 |
Q: What do i do when my F wont play and the key next to it wont go down all the way??
A: The two problems you mentioned are very much related. The way the flute works, the first open ...
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| flute age | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I would like to find the age of my flute. My flutes seriel number is 86064 and i'm pretty sure it is ...
A: Unless you can confirm the make of the flute, I'm afraid I cannot help you beyond suggesting that ...
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| flute replacement parts | 12/6/2007 |
Q: My daughter lost the end crown off her Armstrong flute while marching, do you know where I can find ...
A: I'm surprised that your local music stores couldn't help. Any store with a decently stocked repair ...
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| Low note problem | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I have been playing flute for about 9 years now and I have had a problem with it for the last 5 ...
A: There are several possibilities here, and I can't nail down exactly what the problem is over the ...
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| low C | 12/5/2007 |
Q: what fingering is the low c please because i can never remeber it?
A: Hey Becki-Lou! Rather than try to describe the fingering to you, I'll provide you with a ...
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| FE Olds Flute NA77S | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I've inherited a FE Olds NA77S flute recently but I know nothing about this flute at all. My ...
A: That flute may be useful to your daughter as a student level instrument, but it will almost ...
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| Maker of flute | 12/3/2007 |
Q: my daughter is currently a Sophomore in college with a major in Music Education (Voice). She is ...
A: I can indeed tell you! That particular flute is not a name brand instrument, and I would suggest ...
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| Trevor James | 11/30/2007 |
Q: My daughter is 14 and been taking flute lessons for 4 years. Her teacher is recommending new ...
A: I would recommend disregarding most of what that teacher has said, or at the very least, taking it ...
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| King Flute, The H.N. White Co. Cleveland | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I'm a saxophonplayer, inherited this flute and tried to play. I was amazed how easy nice and warm ...
A: First of all, please let me say that I understood perfectly. You have a very good grasp of English! ...
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| Flute | 11/29/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me about how much a Yamaha 381- Solid Silver would be?
A: I can't give you a definite answer, as price varies quite a bit depending on age, condition, who you ...
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| Gemeinhardt Flute | 11/21/2007 |
Q: We are thinking of selling our flute that our daughter learnt to play on and wondered if you could ...
A: I cannot give a definitive answer without a good bit more information (such as condition and ...
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| Buying a piccolo | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I am really interested in buying a piccolo. I have been playing the flute for 3 years and now that I ...
A: You're very welcome for my answer! ;) Anyway, no, silver plate (or solid silver for that matter) ...
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| Buying a piccolo | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I am really interested in buying a piccolo. I have been playing the flute for 3 years and now that I ...
A: If there's even the possibility of playing it in a marching setting, you'll want to go with either a ...
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| Question about the age of my Armstrong. | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I just have a quick question. My Flute is an Artesia 45B-T by Armstrong, with the serial number ...
A: I'm not sure how much help I can be, but I'll give it a shot. The Artesia line was never one of the ...
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| wooden flutes | 11/19/2007 |
Q: My son (!2 years old) has been taking flute lessons for about 2 years and is close to becoming an ...
A: First of all, how do you know your son is nearly an intermediate player? Terms like "intermediate," ...
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| YAMAHA 371 | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I want to buy a new flute. I was thinking about the 371 yamaha(with the gold lip plate) because it ...
A: You have one of the big questions here..."Which flute?" Now, have you playtested the 371 against ...
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| how do i? | 11/19/2007 |
Q: I'm not sure if you would know this but do you know were i could find printable music for me to play ...
A: I don't know how much I can help you on this. Any major part of the flute repertoire is going to be ...
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| GEMEINHARDT 53S | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I'm French & I would to know what do you think about this Gemeinhardt model ...
A: This is an older model of Gemeinhardt and is no longer being produced. The modern equivalent is the ...
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| Buying a Piccolo | 11/18/2007 |
Q: Are Woodwind brand piccolos worth buying (200)? I've seen quite a few bad reviews on their ...
A: To be honest, I think there are much better piccolos available, and would encourage you to look ...
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