Flute Music and More
Small But Mighty The piccolo is half the size of a standard concert flute — but don’t let its small stature fool you. In an orchestra or marching band, the piccolo easily cuts through the ensemble with its bright, high-pitched sound. It can be playful, piercing, or hauntingly beautiful. In many ways, the piccolo is the …
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How to Start Playing Jazz Flute – Listen to the GreatsStart by listening to jazz flute recordings. Try Herbie Mann’s Memphis Underground, Bobbi Humphrey’s Blacks and Blues, or Hubert Laws’ Rite of Spring. Hearing the phrasing and tone will help you develop your own jazz style. – Learn the LanguageStudy flute compositions written in the …
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Have you ever listened to a recording of your own flute playing? If not, you’re missing out on one of the best tools for musical growth. Whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for years, recording your practice sessions can offer insights and benefits that go far beyond what you hear in the …
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Growing up in a small town just outside of Madison, Wisconsin, I never imagined my flute would one day be blending with country guitars and bluegrass banjos. As the youngest of five children in a tight-knit Catholic family, creativity and music were always part of my life. From the time I was a small child, …
Watch, Learn, and Fall in Love with the Flute There’s something magical about watching someone play the flute—how a simple breath becomes music, how the fingers dance across the keys, and how the sound can move you to tears or get your toes tapping. That’s the power of a great flute video. At CountryFlutist.com, I …
