Low Flutes on the Rise! By Chris Potter Alto, bass and contrabass flutes pose unique challenges in the areas of breath control, tonal response, intonation, transportation issues, sheer physical size and, locating appropriate quality repertoire. Resources are developing to help the growing number of low flutes players find solutions to these and other problems. Here…
Flute Choir: Beyond the Basics by Gail Green You might be thinking, how do I start a flute choir or how to transition being the new director of an established flute choir. It starts with 3 basic guidelines: PlanCommunicateResponsiveness Plan – Organized planning before the first rehearsal will help with team building and trust. Listen…
Alto Flute: choosing a curved or straight headjoint By Dr. Christine Potter People who are interested in purchasing an alto flute must make a decision whether to get a curved or a straight head joint. There are advantages and disadvantages to both and people should try each design before deciding. Most entry-level altos can be…
New Caliendo Flute Ensemble Piece Premiering at the 2014 NFA Convention by Julie Stone, Professor of Flute, Eastern Michigan University “How about a new premiere?! Let's really celebrate!” These were the words in an email from Christopher Caliendo responding to my inquiry about a piece for the Eastern Michigan University Emerald Flutes to perform at…
April 2014 Purchasing a Piccolo by Nan Raphael solopikolo@aol.com While the repertoire for piccolo has increased exponentially in the last few decades so have options for those who are ready to purchase a new instrument. There are many more choices in all price ranges for buyers than there were even 15 years ago. In addition,…
January 2014 Flute Choir Fun by Paula Buermele We are all familiar with musical ensembles ranging in size from the duet to the symphony orchestra. We listen to many combinations of instruments and vocalists creating beautiful sounds that please our ears, lift our spirits, and stir our emotions. The flute choir is an often hidden treasure…
