The Self-Taught Flute Player: A Guide for Unlocking Flute-Playing Techniques (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781916068858)

This guide is a rescue package offering an original and highly effective visual approach to mastering the basics of flute technique. Ideal for the self-taught flute player.

How can I make a stronger sound?

How can I make my breath last longer?

How can I improve my coordination?

These commonly asked questions and many more are expertly considered - first understand the issue, then learn quickly how best to overcome it. You will learn the basics of correct technique:

How to create a beautiful warm tone - control of mouth and breath.

How to maximise your breathing capacity - control of the diaphragm

How to find a comfortable posture - control of the body.

How to achieve a fluid technique - control of hands and fingers.

No more reading long dense texts -

Visualisation is used to introduce new concepts so that you can just get on and play. Learn how to harness your brain and you will: fast track co-ordination skills, practice more effectively, read more fluently.

Louise Lawrence is a freelance woodwind musician and teacher of over thirty years' experience. She takes a psychological approach to overcoming hurdles that limit playing potential. Her instructive style is warm, light and highly accessible. Learning on your own is a lonely experience and, without a witness to your endeavours, it is all too easy to unknowingly acquire habits that are difficult to unlearn.

This friendly little book will cost you a fraction of one music lesson. Pop it on your music stand. It will be there for you when you practice your touchstone to dip into when you pause for breath.