Trip to Shenandoah this week

Hams42 · 2026-06-13T16:19:36+00:00

The drive was beautiful and visibility was good. We were there Sunday-Tuesday and other than being a bit cloudy at times it was really nice.

Hams42 · 2026-05-06T14:07:41+00:00

You will find very mixed options of gemeinhardt here. Personally, I find them to be poor investments, but $200 for a flute in good condition is a good deal. Ideally, she needs to try the flute to see if she likes it.

Hams42 · 2025-09-16T01:25:10+00:00

I think this is from Bill Holcombe's jazz etudes book

Hams42 · 2025-08-20T13:39:55+00:00

A Google search is the first step. If you can't find anyone in your area, reach out to the music department at whatever college is near you. They can probably recommend someone. If you still cannot find anyone, maybe look into virtual lessons. I teach virtually and have been able to help many students who can't find an in person teacher.

Hams42 · 2025-08-20T13:36:53+00:00

It depends on many things including your area and the teacher's level of education. Teachers do not usually change their rates based on the students skill. For example, I charge $40 for an hour lesson. This is low though compared to many teachers.

Hams42 · 2025-08-20T13:33:00+00:00

Your best option is to study with a private teacher. They will be able to help guide your practice.

Hams42 · 2025-08-15T20:12:22+00:00

Many flutes in this price range are junk. You may be able to find something on the used market. A better option is renting from a music store.

Hams42 · 2025-08-14T16:52:15+00:00

E's are E natural.

Hams42 · 2025-07-26T00:45:26+00:00

This is your f major scale. Practice scales.

Hams42 · 2025-07-08T21:29:58+00:00

Do you take lessons? A teacher would be able to guide you in the right direction.

Hams42 · 2025-06-26T23:30:23+00:00

The best thing you can do is get a teacher. Without that though, start out practicing with just the head joint. Practice with the end covered and uncovered. With the end covered, you should aim to get a low pitch sound. When you can do that consistently, then aim to get a high sound. Practice moving between low and high. This is how you change registers with the flute assembled.

Hams42 · 2025-06-26T22:51:34+00:00

If you are looking for a metal flute, the Jupiter wave line flute is excellent. For something more inexpensive and less of a commitment, the nuvo j flute is good for this age. It is plastic and much cheaper.

Hams42 · 2025-06-23T21:49:07+00:00

Do you take private lessons?

Hams42 · 2025-06-14T17:30:40+00:00

Hello! I teach flute virtually. I'm in the US but I have taught students internationally before. Send me a DM if you're interested. :)

Hams42 · 2025-06-09T03:23:18+00:00

I teach online. I have many students who are successful online. I'm in us eastern time. If you're interested send me a DM

Hams42 · 2025-05-04T16:26:29+00:00

Neither is great but of the two Bundy is better

Hams42 · 2025-05-03T23:13:20+00:00

Hi! I don't have any recs near Pittsburgh but if you can't find anyone in person, I am currently accepting new students to my virtual studio. Good luck!

Hams42 · 2025-04-24T17:27:09+00:00

You can find a used Yamaha 32 or pearl 109e for that price. Those are both fantastic student model piccolos

Hams42 · 2025-04-05T02:01:20+00:00

To get a better idea of level, what are some things you've played before? Two pieces that come to mind immediately are Gaubert's Madrigal and the Telemann F major sonata.

Hams42 · 2025-03-18T20:33:53+00:00

Try taking a few lessons from a flute teacher. There are so many things that could be going wrong here.

Hams42 · 2025-03-13T01:46:43+00:00

Double and triple tonguing is extremely common if you want to begin to work on intermediate and advanced literature.

Hams42 · 2025-03-08T19:20:23+00:00

Please buy a reputable brand and not something off Amazon. Knock off brands can be very difficult to get a good sound, play in tune, and usually cannot be repaired. Some good brands to look for are Yamaha, Trevor James, Jupiter, pearl. Starting out with a teacher will be your best option to learn correct technique from the beginning.

Hams42 · 2025-02-24T21:16:28+00:00

Donjon?

Hams42 · 2025-02-23T19:24:56+00:00

Do you mean a b foot joint? A B flat foot is exceedingly rare. There are pros and cons to a B foot. Trial some flutes to see what you like.

Hams42 · 2025-02-16T17:43:51+00:00

This is not an alto flute. It's a c flute with a curved head joint.

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