Thanks a lot Sean. The Flute I use is a Muramatsu DN, open-hole, B foot, offset-G, split-E mechanism and C# trill. That gold headjoint is made by John Lehner of Flutemakers of Australia. I plan to put some more videos up soon, and am currently using a Nagahara silver headjoint, with gold riser.
Thanks so much. I just picked up a flute a couple of months ago. I found this video an excellent source of valuable information. It contains gems that aren't addressed in most books.
Hello Andrew, I found it difficult to follow your explanations because, in my computer at least, althought the flute sounds very good, the sound of your voice comes out with a really low volume. Would it be possible that you enhance the overall volume and post it again? I'd love to really hear what you explaint. Thank you for posting this.
Best Regards.
José Luis Tubert (I'm a flute player and teacher from Argentina)
Hello Jose. I'm very sorry you had difficulty with the audio level. I presume you have put all your audio settings on maximum. Unfortunately I cannot change the settings, but will keep this in mind when I make any future video. Also we can discuss these matters by email: andrewfreidin @ hotmail . com or Skype. Search for me by Andrew Freidin.
Hi A.F. Some good suggestions here, indeed. Nice to see you joining the internet teaching scene! The 3-point hold is also critical to having the flute placed securely on the chin so those two ideas work well together in this video. Now, you should post this as a video response to one of my teaching videos so even more flutists can find this video!
Jen Cluff has produced some marvellous teaching videos and is a really great communicator. I hope I haven't actually 'overwhelmed' you. My advice would be to only change one thing at a time, and test if it works for you. My solutions are not necessarily the only ones.
This helps develop your own distinct musical personality. Try to remain inclusive, open to variety. Expect your preferences to develop and change over the years.
11) Study theory, harmony, counterpoint, musicianship, dance and singing styles, history, composers, other instruments, - anything and everything that can have a bearing on music making.
No you did not "overwhelm" me. I think your teaching is a very good summary with some new aspects (I am very close to all what you say, I hope) - and I like to see same things from different aspects. Thanks, also for your written explanations.
Thanks, very happy to be of any help. I hope you have also watched Sir James Galway's Masterclass videos and his mp3s. I have learnt a great deal from them.
Yes, of course, Galways Masterclass is really good too; but the big information you present in such a small amount of time is overwhelming. Maybe it is only helpful if one knows Galways basic teaching, okay, but your detailed info on holding the flute balanced is fantastic stuff. It is another view from what I got from Jen Cluff (she is my "golden standard").
Oil the pinky. That was humorous but so true. Thanks A. F.
Gandalfe 2 years ago
Thanks a lot Sean. The Flute I use is a Muramatsu DN, open-hole, B foot, offset-G, split-E mechanism and C# trill. That gold headjoint is made by John Lehner of Flutemakers of Australia. I plan to put some more videos up soon, and am currently using a Nagahara silver headjoint, with gold riser.
rodinkiss 3 years ago
Thanks so much. I just picked up a flute a couple of months ago. I found this video an excellent source of valuable information. It contains gems that aren't addressed in most books.
dgpiano 4 years ago
Hello Andrew, I found it difficult to follow your explanations because, in my computer at least, althought the flute sounds very good, the sound of your voice comes out with a really low volume. Would it be possible that you enhance the overall volume and post it again? I'd love to really hear what you explaint. Thank you for posting this.
Best Regards.
José Luis Tubert (I'm a flute player and teacher from Argentina)
joseluistubert 4 years ago
Hello Jose. I'm very sorry you had difficulty with the audio level. I presume you have put all your audio settings on maximum. Unfortunately I cannot change the settings, but will keep this in mind when I make any future video. Also we can discuss these matters by email: andrewfreidin @ hotmail . com or Skype. Search for me by Andrew Freidin.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
Hi A.F. Some good suggestions here, indeed. Nice to see you joining the internet teaching scene! The 3-point hold is also critical to having the flute placed securely on the chin so those two ideas work well together in this video. Now, you should post this as a video response to one of my teaching videos so even more flutists can find this video!
ninaflute 4 years ago
O.K., sure. Good idea. Thanks Nina.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
Jen Cluff has produced some marvellous teaching videos and is a really great communicator. I hope I haven't actually 'overwhelmed' you. My advice would be to only change one thing at a time, and test if it works for you. My solutions are not necessarily the only ones.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
The more experience I have the more I realise the
importance of the basics. These are in no particular order:
1) Good stance.
2) Firm balanced stable hold on the instrument.
3) Precise position of the headjoint, marked so it is always turned the same way.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
4) Full breathing, chest as expanded as possible.
for the whole phrase.
5) Relaxed open throat and mouth.
6) Tongue avoids disturbing the embouchure :
using tu and cu on the palate, back a little from the upper teeth.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
7) Scales and Intonation. Arpeggios and Intonation.
8) Practice every single day. Listen. Intonation!
9) Listen,listen, listen to great musicians, and to
yourself.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
Try to understand why you prefer something.
This helps develop your own distinct musical personality. Try to remain inclusive, open to variety. Expect your preferences to develop and change over the years.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
10) When you hear something you like, try to imitate it.
If you make a sound you like, practice so you can
reproduce it. (and you guessed it...Intonation!)
rodinkiss 4 years ago
11) Study theory, harmony, counterpoint, musicianship, dance and singing styles, history, composers, other instruments, - anything and everything that can have a bearing on music making.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
12)The flute is a microcosm of the musical universe. Aim to be a good musician as well as a good flute player!
rodinkiss 4 years ago
No you did not "overwhelm" me. I think your teaching is a very good summary with some new aspects (I am very close to all what you say, I hope) - and I like to see same things from different aspects. Thanks, also for your written explanations.
lietzen 4 years ago
Thank you very very much for posting this!!!!
Very interesting aspects! This is so helpful!
For me as amateur this is worth more than thousand words in many emails ;-)
lietzen 4 years ago
Thanks, very happy to be of any help. I hope you have also watched Sir James Galway's Masterclass videos and his mp3s. I have learnt a great deal from them.
rodinkiss 4 years ago
Yes, of course, Galways Masterclass is really good too; but the big information you present in such a small amount of time is overwhelming. Maybe it is only helpful if one knows Galways basic teaching, okay, but your detailed info on holding the flute balanced is fantastic stuff. It is another view from what I got from Jen Cluff (she is my "golden standard").
lietzen 4 years ago