Flute Meets Football: Music and Accessories for Super Bowl LIX
Whether you’re in it for the sport, the snacks, or the halftime show, the Superbowl is almost here! If you’re more interested in flute than football, read on for our...
Flute Center Blog
From a guide explaining how to consign your flute, to what happens when you send your flute for repairs, The Flute Center's team of Resident Flutists share all about our favorite products, services and experiences! Stay tuned for new articles each month, including articles by special guests and partners.
10 Most Difficult Flute Pieces
We asked, and you answered! From your responses on Instagram, we’ve compiled an exciting list of the hardest flute pieces—get ready to explore some seriously demanding (and rewarding) repertoire! Concerto for...
Flute Center's Favorite Alto Flutes
You’re looking for a new alto flute, but where do you even begin? To make your shopping easier, Flute Center’s Resident Flutists have compiled a list of our favorite alto...
What to Look for in an Intermediate Flute
As a flutist progresses from beginner to intermediate, choosing the right flute becomes crucial for continued growth and enjoyment. Intermediate flutes offer features and craftsmanship that enhance tone quality, playability,...
All About NUVO Flutes
The NUVO flute series has earned praise from educators and musicians worldwide. Designed for young beginners, it’s also a fun and versatile choice for hobbyists and skilled flutists alike. Experience...
Duos in the Classroom: The Pedagogical Benefits of Culturally Diverse Duo Programming
Duos in the Classroom: The Pedagogical Benefits of Culturally Diverse Duo Programming This article provides a summary of topics discussed and the application of pedagogical tools in works by Allison...
Guide to Yamaha Flute Model Numbers
Guide to Yamaha Flute Model Numbers Yamaha Flutes have 3-digit model numbers, where each digit indicates something different about the flute. Read on for a guide to Yamaha Flute Model...
The Flute Family: The Basics
The Flute Family: The BasicsThe flute family is a collection of instruments that range from the tiny, high-pitched piccolo to the deep, resonant contrabass flute. Whether you’re just starting your...
Best of 2024 - Sheet Music
From beginner books to solos and excerpts, we've compiled our Best Sheet Music of 2024! Read on to discover our top pieces by category and get inspired for 2025.
How to Know It’s Time to Upgrade Your Flute
Are you serious about your flute studies and considering an upgrade? Whether you're aiming to major in music education or performance, preparing for band festival auditions, applying to summer music...
Our Favorite Silver-Headjoint Flutes
Our Favorite Silver-Headjoint Flutes Ready to upgrade to an intermediate flute with a silver headjoint? You've come to the right place! At Flute Center, we've handpicked some of our top...
Top 5 Intermediate “Step Up” Piccolos
If you're an intermediate flutist ready to elevate your playing, upgrading to a wooden piccolo can make a world of difference. The piccolos in this guide, all priced under $3,000,...
Top 10 Books for Beginners
Here are ten of the best-selling books for beginners from the Flute Center’s collection, perfect for anyone starting their flute journey!
How to Take Care of a Wooden Mancke Headjoint
Maintaining your wooden headjoint is crucial for preserving its quality and longevity. Since the headjoint is the part of the flute that collects the most moisture, it requires special attention,...
Top 5 Silver Step Up Flutes
Ready to level up your flute playing? Solid silver step-up flutes are a game changer, giving you richer tone, better projection, and the flexibility to really shine as you grow.
What to Look for in a Beginner Flute
What matters most when choosing a beginner flute? There are three main points to consider for your student flute purchase.
The Flutist's Guide to Silver Alloys
The short answer is - no, all silver is not the same! What we call silver or “solid silver” is actually an alloy. The type of silver depends on the...
Top Beginner Flute Reviews
Not sure which beginner flute reviews you can trust? We've worked with content creators to provide reviews of the top beginner flute brands.
Publishing My First Piece
Publishing My First Piece by Alyssa Mena I am so proud to share with you my original suite for alto flute, Hasta La Raiz (Down to the roots) written in...