Where to Buy an Intermediate Flute I recommend buying a flute from a vendor who sells woodwind instruments exclusively and who does their...

Once you have narrowed your choice down to a flute with a good headjoint cut and a good mechanism (see this blog post), you may have a...

The two main goals when purchasing an intermediate flute are: 1. An improvement in sound (including the ability to add colours and...

There are three categories of flutes: beginner, intermediate (sometimes called step-up) and handmade. Beginner flutes are often played by...

Is the Ton Kooiman Prima Thumb Rest for the flute a solution for you?

In my two last blogs, I discussed where Celtic music comes from and the different types of Celtic tunes as well as the instruments that...

In last week’s blog, we discussed where Celtic music comes from and the two basic types of Celtic music: dances and laments. This week...

Every year I organize a Celtic Party for my students. Over the next three blog entries, I’ll share some information about Celtic music...

In my ideal world, each of my students would have access to a well maintained and well tuned acoustic piano. There is just nothing like...

In this post I discuss tips on buying a used flute and where to find used flutes, especially in Montreal. I also discuss how to sanitize a

Dans cet article, je discute les meilleures marques de flûtes traversière pour débutants ainsi que où les acheter à Montréal, Québec.

I’ll never forget the look of dismay on my student’s face when she realized the finish on her new flute was coming off on her fingers,...

Il peut être difficile de déterminer la position idéale du pouce droit lorsque vous jouez de la flûte traversière. Il n’existe pas de...

The proper position for the right thumb when playing the flute can be tricky to figure out. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution...

Cadeaux pour les bas de Noël Un baume à lèvres Une fois la chaleur à l'intérieur, les lèvres se dessèchent - le cauchemar d'un joueur de...

Stocking Stuffers Lip Balm Once the heat is on inside, lips get dry - a flute player’s nightmare! Post-it Flags I love using these to...

Yes you can! Learn about the surprise benefits of online flute lessons...