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Expertise
I can answer questions about learning to play the flute, reading music, problems encountered when playing, flute repertoire, practicing tips, and performing, as well as information about classical composers and their works. Please note that I am no longer accepting any questions about what kind of flute to buy, upgrading, flute brands, reselling, what a flute is worth, etc. I have answered many of these questions in the past, so please either view my answers in the the previously asked questions section or visit my website, which has a page about buying flutes: silentgalaxy.com/buyingflutes.html. Thanks!
Experience in the area
I've played the flute since fourth grade, graduating with my master's degree in flute performance. I have taught at local music schools, given flute lessons for over ten years, have played in and soloed with several orchestras, chamber groups, and various other ensembles. For more information about me, visit my website at silentgalaxy.com. I love the flute, and I love helping people, so I welcome your questions!
Education/Credentials
Bachelor's and master's degrees in flute performance from Carnegie Mellon University.
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Recent Answers from Holly
2009-11-04 Rushing/District Honor Band:
Hey Victoria, It sounds like you've been very diligent and hardworking on everything, so kudos to you! I'll give you some tips for the things you mentioned, but for the rest, just keep going as you
2009-11-01 High register:
Hey Ted, I've had similar experiences before, too.... I ended up buying a Nagahara headjoint which worked out perfectly for me. I hope you can find a headjoint that keeps the good low register response
2009-10-19 low note:
Hey Hans, Yep, I know what you mean! :) Low notes are hard for many flutists and require a slightly different embouchure position and airstream formation. It's different for everyone, depending on
2009-10-19 Reading music:
Hey Kimmy, It's a lot to concentrate on, when you start an instrument and have to combine how to blow into it and finger it along with reading music. Since you say that you can read the notes away
2009-10-18 piccolo:
Hey Angie, Playing the piccolo takes a slightly different embouchure (lip position) than playing the flute, so the higher notes are going to be a lot harder to reach at first. So, it's perfectly natural
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