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...
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.
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 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 Flute...
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 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...
How to Sell Your Flute at Flute Center
Have you ever found yourself mindlessly scrolling on Instagram when you stumble on a beautiful flute and you start to think, “Maybe I do need a new flute!” Trust...
Planning your Flute Budget
Your Flute Shopping Budget When searching for a new flute, budget is paramount. Your budget will help determine the quality, brands, precious metal content, and features of your new...
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...
Most Popular Music of 2019
This year's list of best-selling scores is full of standard works that every flutist needs!