Consigning Your Flute at Flute Center
When it comes to selling a personal instrument, the process can be daunting. After all, for many flutists, your instrument is an extension of you! How will you know how...
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.
Why FluteScooter Bags Are the Perfect Choice for Flutists
Imagine it’s the first day of rehearsal and you walk in carrying your brand-new Fluterscooter Bag. As you pull out your flute with confidence, you’re not only showcasing your well-protected instrument, but...
Flute Center's Favorite Accessories
The Flute Center offers a variety of accessories tailored to flutists of all levels. Discover our favorite flute accessories that everyone is talking about! These top picks are flying off...
Flute Center's Favorite Flutes
Choosing the right flute can be a daunting task, especially with so many great options available. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player, finding the perfect flute can significantly...
Top 5 Student-Model Flutes
You're just starting out as a flutist, so which flute do you choose? We've compiled our top 5 Student-Model flutes to make your shopping easier!
5 Essential Warm-Up Exercises for Flutists
A thoughtfully designed warm-up is one of the easiest ways to improve your playing. A well-rounded warm-up addresses each of the following areas of interest: tone, finger dexterity, articulation, intonation,...
What to Expect in Your Trial Shipment
Hip, hip, hooray! You have decided to take instruments out on trial with Flute Center, and are one step closer to finding your perfect instrument! Here is what to expect...
Extended Technique: Flute Edition
The flute has evolved into a versatile instrument capable of producing a wide range of sounds and effects. One aspect that contributes to its versatility is the use of extended...
Elevate Your Flute Experience: Must-Have Accessories from Flute Center
When you have an instrument you love, every detail matters. Once you find the perfect flute, it’s time to make sure you have all of the accessories you need. From flute...
Candy Shop for Flutists
Every single Flute Center employee is a flutist, and more than happy to lend an ear, or even play for you. Our goal is to help you find your perfect...
The Perfect Marching Piccolo
How do I choose the perfect marching piccolo? The ideal piccolo to use in marching band must have exceptional tonal clarity and projection and be durable enough to withstand quickly...
Channeling Your Inner Elton John
Featuring Nyenyezi Horns Sir Elton John, with his extravagant costumes, larger-than-life personality, and timeless melodies, has captivated audiences worldwide for decades. But embodying the essence of Elton is more...
19 Best Flute Concertos (NOT by Mozart)
19 Best Flute Concertos (NOT by Mozart) Listen to the list on Spotify #19 - The Concerto for Flute in G Major, Op. 29 by Carl Philipp Stamitz Perfect for:...
Flute Center's Favorite Pieces
Here are the favorite flute pieces of Flute Center's Resident Flutists!
Finding the Words: Learning to Sing on the Flute
Finding the Words: Learning to Sing on the Flute By Annie Wu My singular goal that summer was to learn what it meant to “sing on the flute.” Naturally,...
A Visit to Cuba
A Visit to Cuba By Phil Unger Just before the pandemic, Mindy Kaufman (Piccolo for NY Philharmonic), Stephanie Jutt (Flute Professor, University of Wisconsin retired) and I decided to go...
New Year, New Sound
Guest Blog by Alyse Hokamp Website: https://alysehokamp.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@alysehokamp2606?si=0FKsgg7_tlIzuGY2 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alysehokamp/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/alysehokamp After attending Marina Piccinini’s concert in October, I was struck with the thought that some of the...
A Flutist’s Guide to Opportunities 2024
Hey Flutists! We’ve handpicked some great opportunities to look forward to in 2024! This post was made in collaboration with For the Lost Creative, a database of opportunities for musicians...
Powell Headjoint Cuts
Finding the perfect headjoint is such an exciting adventure! In this blog, we discuss all the different types of Powell Headjoints, from their cut, resonance, articulation, and more.
Flutes and Zodiac Signs
In the physical realm, all flutists arrive at a point of their journey where they must pick a flute that resonates with their highest self– the celestial realm where the...