Learning how to play flute can be a difficult task. To sound like your favorite flutist it takes dedication, time and effort. Students or we usually start out with a lot more enthusiasm than usual. But, as time goes on, it becomes more like work. This article is designed to help you and/or your students improve on the flute for sale maintain an optimistic attitude, and get long-term enjoyment playing the flute.
Practice is the Best
Knowing that we must practice to become good, it is important to schedule a practice session every day. Once you have a schedule for a specific time, such as 7:00am, when you will be playing your flute for 30 minutes, then it is easy to make that a routine. It’s a smart idea to have a plan B. What time will you use as a backup if your 7:00 appointment is missed? Sometimes it’s enough to simply have it on the schedule. Parents can help teachers find the right time for their child’s flutists. It will be easier for parents and children to agree on the time that flute practice takes place.
Make every moment count
All of us seem to be in a rush so making the most of our practice time is essential. Children like to spend time listening to music they know. Although it can be more difficult to learn the harder pieces, that is how we grow. We feel accomplished when we get to the tough stuff first. A good strategy is to work on a particular piece one at a time. You can go slowly through the measure or measures. Gradually increase your speed, and then add another measure. It may seem slow, but it is very efficient. Muscle memory will grow and these measures will “stick”.
Love What You Do
It’s easier to feel motivated when you’re playing something beautiful, exciting, or fun. Maybe it’s a song that someone has recorded or a tune we’ve always loved. Although we don’t always have the time to play the more fun songs, let us make sure there’s always an enjoyable musical treat at each practice session. It could be a solo song or song that students want to learn. You can have a lot of fun with duets and it’s a great reward after each lesson. Motivating yourself to learn the piece we love can help you get through a recital, concert, or friend.
How’s your Flute?
Flutes that don’t work properly can make a teacher and student very frustrated. Be sure to use a high-quality instrument. Older flutes may have leaks, loose corks or other problems that can prevent you from playing at your best. Professionals can inspect your flute and tell you if it’s functional. This will allow you to get the most enjoyment out of it. As you improve, upgrading to a high-quality flute can help you reach a new level of proficiency, especially in terms of tone.
The flute is a long-lasting instrument that will give you joy for life.
Amy Dampt (flute teacher and advisor). Amy has been teaching flute for well over twenty years. She spent 3 years in France performing and studying flute. She enjoys teaching flutes, playing and repairing them.
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