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How to teach flute technique – 6. Finger work

Holding the flute is not a particularly natural thing for a human being to do! This blog helps beginners build finger strength and dexterity for flute. Read More

How to teach flute technique – 5. Articulation

This exercise for beginner flautists teaches them articulation that helps them to start notes cleanly and support each note with their diaphragm. Read More

How to teach flute technique – 4. Playing loudly and quietly

Exercises and instructions to teach a basic flute embouchure technique which will help beginners acheive some dynamic variety. Read More

How to teach flute technique – 3. Posture

Teaching good posture from the beginning will reap benefits straight away in reducing tension in the head, neck, shoulders, arms and fingers. I always encourage my pupils to practise standing up if they can... Read More

How to teach flute technique – 2. Hand positions

There are three key balancing points when holding the flute. Use the diagrams below to check your students' flute hand position is correct. Read More

How to teach flute technique – 1. Embouchure and breathing

This blog series looks at some common challenges faced by flute teachers and breaks them down into simple steps to make teaching technique easy. Read More