Flute Intermediate

Flute Intermediate

One of the most widely applied series of methods for person or like-instrument class instruction. Using a very well-rounded approach including scales, arpeggios, technical studies, studies for musicianship, articulation studies, solos, duets, and studies consecrated to the particular needs of each instrument, this series provides a fantastic wealth of material for all student musicians.

My Flute

My original intermediate flute was a Gemeinhardt 3SHB. Now Gemeinhardt’s take a lot of heat by professional flutists, claiming they have a shrill sounding tone. I did not detect this on mine but of course I was in High School.

When to Buy

Buying for a Student:

I purchased my intermediate flute when I started taking private lessons, 10th grade. I would suggest buying an intermediate flute when the your child enters high school and shows an interest in the flute. If your child does not show a severe interest in the instrument, then you shouldn’t buy them one.

Buying for yourself:

I purchased my intermediate flute in the 10th grade, which means that I had been playing for 5 1/2 years. I would suggest that you buy it no sooner than 3 years. Make sure you need a better flute. At a recent masterclass with James Galway he picked up a beginner flute from the audience and played it just as good as his $20K flutes.

At this level, as long as you buy a flute that has no mechanical problems. You don’t need to spend over $1000.

Where to Buy

I would never suggest buying a flute from a music store. I do not want to see local music stores get shut down, but when buying an instrument, they normally mark up the price by at least 200%. My Gemeinhardt was listed at $1000 at a local music store; I was competent to buy it for approximately $500.

I would test out the flute you want at a local music store and then look online for a company with the same model. Here is why: Since intermediate flutes are machine made they will all sound with regards to the same. I have suggested this a few times on web forms and have gotten the response that this will put local music stores out of business. These local music stores make a lot more cash off guitars than flutes, so they will not be loosing as much net profit as it seams.

Options to Consider

• Open Hole Flutes (French Model)
• Inline G / Offset G Key

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