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Back to School: University Edition

Not sure what sheet music you need for the new school year? Check out our second guide to your standard back to school repertoire: University Edition!

Top 5 Reasons to Tune In to Flute Unscripted

Since its launch in 2018, Flute Unscripted has released over sixty five episodes with a roster of flutists ranging from Rock and Roll band Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson to “The Man with the Golden...

The Difference Between Open-Hole and Closed-Hole Flutes

When it comes to choosing a flute, one of the first decisions you'll need to make is whether you want an open-hole or closed-hole flute. While both types of flutes...

The Best Flute Solos in Popular Music - Our Top 10

Have you ever wondered what popular songs feature the flute? Look no further! We've created a list of our top 10 favorite pop songs that feature the flute as a...

Full Circle Flute Center Experience

A Full Circle Flute Center Experience by Lauren Wuerth, Director of Services Thirteen years ago, I made a life-changing decision to pursue the flute professionally and give it everything I had...

Expert Flute Repair Service: A Guide to Repairs

As a flutist, you understand the importance of maintaining your flute in pristine condition to achieve the best possible sound quality. That's where Flute Center steps in with its Expert...

What's in my flute bag?

Have you ever thought about which items in your flute bag are the most beneficial for your practice? As a flute player, there are various items and accessories that can...

Trial by Fire: My First Performance With My New Flute

By Caity Massoud, Director of Sales The cuckoo bird had stopped singing and next up was the Volière movement from Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals. The strings started at the...

Spring Cleaning Your Flute Technique

No mess, no stress: the positive power of spring cleaning. What is flute “spring cleaning,” anyway? Spring cleaning is a dedicated period of time to focus on your fundamental...

Empowering Flute Teachers: The Flute Center's Teacher Spotlight Series

by Alex Xeros I was thrilled to join the team at Flute Center of New York in 2020, and I was even more excited to learn about their club for...

Clean, Oil, and Adjust Flute Repair Process

All musical instruments require routine servicing in order to play optimally. For flutes, that service is called a COA, or Clean, Oil, and Adjust. Flute Center recommends that all instruments...

Hernandez Wood Species Hernandez Flutes are exclusively available at the Flute Center. Different wood species dramatically change the responsiveness, projection and tone color of the headjoint, flute, or crown. Read...

Why We Love Guo Flutes

Picture this - it’s Friday night. You’re in the stands playing with the high school marching band. The score is tied during the biggest football game of the year, when...

Diversifying Your Income

Diversifying Your Income with the Flute Center of New York Guest Blog Post by Anamarie Diaz, The Financial Flutist With the start of the new year comes big goals and...

Guide to Finding Your Flute

You're ready to buy a new flute, but how will you know which flute is right for you? Read on for helpful advice and tips from Flute Center's Resident Flutists, who help flutists find their...

Why I Love My Wiseman Flute Case

When you think about the overall safety of your flute- what is the first thing that comes to mind? For me, it’s the hard case. Your flute will spend most...

Financing a New Flute

Guest Blog Post by Anamarie Diaz, The Financial Flutist For almost all flutists, one of the biggest purchases they make will be a new flute. This is often a...

Top 10 Pieces of 2020

These top ten favorites for 2020 come at no surprise. Enjoy these favorites if you need some inspiration! 1. Practizma By Susanna Klein 2. Orchestral Excerpts Vol. 2 By...