I think this is one of the best and clear explanations on the web. I have had slips, rotations and all sorts of problems as a beginner changing from c to d but I think Rebecca has resolved this for me.
I'm glad that I could be of help. Always remember if you want more lessons like this you can join us in the members area at learnfluteonline.com and happy fluting! - Rebecca | Learn Flute Online
Josephine, I'm so happy to hear that you are enjoying the tutorials. If you are interested in more, take a hop on over to my website (learnfluteonline.com) where I have thousands of videos in perfect learning order to help you improve and progress. Hope to see you there soon! ~Rebecca
I'm a very new flute player, when I started I didn't even know how to assemble it, so far you've been a great help, and I've almost watched all your videos, and to say the least, I miss you! Please mâle mode videos
+Tessa tess Hi Tessa, I'm glad you've been watching my videos. I have hundreds of them for you to watch over at: learnfluteonline.com See you soon! :) ~ Rebecca
5/20/2020: Excellent instruction, Rebecca! Its was a great reinforcement For me..1) relax that pinky, don't keep it straight 2) better thumb position to lengthen fingers on right hand and 3) angle the flute slightly away from you so you can see it with your peripheral vision! *****
Hey Dorothy! Yes, for sure we need these reminders. They aren't the most natural thing right at first, and definitely super important to our technique and development. See you at class this week! -Rebecca
Thank u for the tips. I tried. But yes, I need to practise. It feels so huge holding it and left hand feels heavy. I totally love ur tips. I'd like to learn the silver level slowly.
Thank you for amazing clarity and explaining EXACTLY what is going on! I'm a musician and former music teacher, and teaching myself the flute (I played it a little bit as a kid, briefly). I already kind of have an idea what is necessary, but your explanations are clear and concise - a real gem on TH-cam! Thank you!
Hi Linda Susan, I'm so glad to be of help. I hope you'll check out all I have to offer on my website LearnFluteOnline.com, as well. My youtube videos are the tip of the iceberg :). Happy fluting! ~Rebecca
Rebecca Fuller I definitely will! I actually had come across that website a while ago as it was highly recommended… When I was viewing this video today, I didn’t realize that was you! I’m really pumped about learning the flute right now, so I’m excited to get on board with your program. Thanks again!
Glad you like it, and I'm glad you're learning how to play the flute. Come join the rest of the lessons at learnfluteonline.com - see you soon! ~Rebecca
Thank you Rebecca. I developed a strain injury in my thumb from holding my flute incorrectly which is why I've been researching how to hold the flute. Hopefully your tips will cure the problem.
Yes, proper technique is so important! It can prevent injuries down the road, that's for sure. Paying attention to our body mechanics keeps our bodies happy, and also our flute playing great. I wish you the best with your thumb! Keep us posted. ~Rebecca
I'm so happy that this video helped you! For over a thousand more video lessons and tutorials feel free to visit my website at LearnFluteOnline.com. I would love to see you there :) ~Rebecca
I'm excited to be picking up a flute after 6 years of playing viola. I'm in college majoring in music ed. so I think it'd be awesome learning another instrument and to branch out of strings. Flutes are such beautiful instruments. Are there any etudes/books you recommend?
I just noticed I always play with my right hand pinky straight and tensed, need to work on them. Thank you for another great video. Could you please make a video showing how to place the left hand thumb on the flute correctly and maybe how to use it to play Bb? :)
Hi David, you're welcome. I'm glad you will work on your right hand pinky tension. It's a trick to undo if it's been a habit for a long time, but you can do it. I have several videos about the thumb, etc. already on my website inside the lesson modules. Are you a Gold Level member at LearnFluteOnline.com? Great suggestion here, thanks. :) ~ Rebecca
Hi Rebecca as an adult n never play flute I want to know if LJ Hutcher flute sku 4215 is a good flute for beginner more I don’t want to buy an expensive one thk
+iangel wong I used to pick up my brother's trumpets and play a scale. It always made my lips tight and feel funny. I have always given the opinion that the lips are a big difference between flute and trumpet. For playing the flute, you need to have very relaxed, mushy lip position.. the trumpet is the opposite. I would probably not pair these two, but perhaps you can do it. :) ~Rebecca
Yes, I have lots of thoughts on this subject (need louder tone). I actually have a whole set of lessons I take a student though who comes to me with this issue. I will give you a big hint -- you'll need to work on keeping the head joint level instead of tipped in, and relax your cheeks so they are not pulled back. This is the #1 fix,.. then we move to the others - and within a few weeks, you will have it! :) Rebecca P.S. feel free to come on over to my websites and take the video lessons.. or request a private lesson etc. LearnFluteOnline.com or IntermediateFluteLessons.com
Hi Joyce. I have some videos here on youtube that can help you out: th-cam.com/video/p9iE8iemCMs/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/lXJP74XQXDE/w-d-xo.html Even better, come and join me for some free lessons on my website at LearnFluteOnline.com. Hope to see you there! ~Rebecca
There are a lot of instruments in our house... I play guitar and violin... but i really want to play flute ( but dad wont let me because he said it's not a good solo instrument) WHAT!?!
I think this is one of the best and clear explanations on the web. I have had slips, rotations and all sorts of problems as a beginner changing from c to d but I think Rebecca has resolved this for me.
I'm glad that I could be of help. Always remember if you want more lessons like this you can join us in the members area at learnfluteonline.com and happy fluting! - Rebecca | Learn Flute Online
Helpful little gems right from the start and not present in other on line tutorials. Thanks Rebecca
Josephine, I'm so happy to hear that you are enjoying the tutorials. If you are interested in more, take a hop on over to my website (learnfluteonline.com) where I have thousands of videos in perfect learning order to help you improve and progress. Hope to see you there soon! ~Rebecca
Josephine Sexton well said, Josephine!
I'm a very new flute player, when I started I didn't even know how to assemble it, so far you've been a great help, and I've almost watched all your videos, and to say the least, I miss you! Please mâle mode videos
+Tessa tess Hi Tessa, I'm glad you've been watching my videos. I have hundreds of them for you to watch over at: learnfluteonline.com See you soon! :) ~ Rebecca
5/20/2020: Excellent instruction, Rebecca! Its was a great reinforcement For me..1) relax that pinky, don't keep it straight 2) better thumb position to lengthen fingers on right hand and 3) angle the flute slightly away from you so you can see it with your peripheral vision! *****
Hey Dorothy! Yes, for sure we need these reminders. They aren't the most natural thing right at first, and definitely super important to our technique and development. See you at class this week! -Rebecca
Thank u for the tips. I tried. But yes, I need to practise. It feels so huge holding it and left hand feels heavy.
I totally love ur tips.
I'd like to learn the silver level slowly.
Thank you for amazing clarity and explaining EXACTLY what is going on! I'm a musician and former music teacher, and teaching myself the flute (I played it a little bit as a kid, briefly). I already kind of have an idea what is necessary, but your explanations are clear and concise - a real gem on TH-cam! Thank you!
Hi Linda Susan, I'm so glad to be of help. I hope you'll check out all I have to offer on my website LearnFluteOnline.com, as well. My youtube videos are the tip of the iceberg :). Happy fluting! ~Rebecca
Rebecca Fuller I definitely will! I actually had come across that website a while ago as it was highly recommended… When I was viewing this video today, I didn’t realize that was you! I’m really pumped about learning the flute right now, so I’m excited to get on board with your program. Thanks again!
Thank You so much for this amazing tutorial. You are such a great teacher! Thank You so much :))
Glad you like it, and I'm glad you're learning how to play the flute. Come join the rest of the lessons at learnfluteonline.com - see you soon! ~Rebecca
You are such a thorough teacher, thank you for these lessons!
Thx for the video my daughter is getting it from u
You're welcome. Glad to help. I also have great resources at LearnFluteOnline.com. Hope to see her there! ~Rebecca
Thank you Rebecca. I developed a strain injury in my thumb from holding my flute incorrectly which is why I've been researching how to hold the flute. Hopefully your tips will cure the problem.
Yes, proper technique is so important! It can prevent injuries down the road, that's for sure. Paying attention to our body mechanics keeps our bodies happy, and also our flute playing great. I wish you the best with your thumb! Keep us posted. ~Rebecca
you are a good and talented teacher. Gifted person. Keep going dear
Thank you very much! Glad to be of help. Make sure to check out everything I have to offer at LearnFluteOnline, too. Happy fluting! ~Rebecca
u are really a good teacher
+Cresencia Gomez Thank you so much! I hope your able to come over to my website learnfluteonline.com and watch more lessons soon. :) Rebecca
helped a lot!!! thanks and kisses from argentina. William.
I'm so happy that this video helped you! For over a thousand more video lessons and tutorials feel free to visit my website at LearnFluteOnline.com. I would love to see you there :) ~Rebecca
I'm excited to be picking up a flute after 6 years of playing viola. I'm in college majoring in music ed. so I think it'd be awesome learning another instrument and to branch out of strings. Flutes are such beautiful instruments. Are there any etudes/books you recommend?
I just noticed I always play with my right hand pinky straight and tensed, need to work on them. Thank you for another great video. Could you please make a video showing how to place the left hand thumb on the flute correctly and maybe how to use it to play Bb? :)
Hi David, you're welcome. I'm glad you will work on your right hand pinky tension. It's a trick to undo if it's been a habit for a long time, but you can do it. I have several videos about the thumb, etc. already on my website inside the lesson modules. Are you a Gold Level member at LearnFluteOnline.com? Great suggestion here, thanks. :) ~ Rebecca
Rebecca Fuller learn flute http// learn flute on line .com
Thx for the help and Rebecca i really like your ending video music
+2b1of144k Ah thanks for the complement! My friends and I recorded that a little while back. :) Rebecca
thank you! this video really help me!
hi thx for the lesson :D im a beginner
Hi Rebecca as an adult n never play flute I want to know if LJ Hutcher flute sku 4215 is a good flute for beginner more I don’t want to buy an expensive one thk
Hi! I've been playing trumpet for 3 years and I thought of playing both flute and trumpet. Is it the right choice to learn flute?
+iangel wong I used to pick up my brother's trumpets and play a scale. It always made my lips tight and feel funny. I have always given the opinion that the lips are a big difference between flute and trumpet. For playing the flute, you need to have very relaxed, mushy lip position.. the trumpet is the opposite. I would probably not pair these two, but perhaps you can do it. :) ~Rebecca
Ok thanks :)
yes
Thanks Rebeca
Hi Rebecca.
I'm a beginner on flute. I don't seem to be able to produce a loud note. If I play a scale it is always only just audible.
Your thoughts?
Yes, I have lots of thoughts on this subject (need louder tone). I actually have a whole set of lessons I take a student though who comes to me with this issue. I will give you a big hint -- you'll need to work on keeping the head joint level instead of tipped in, and relax your cheeks so they are not pulled back. This is the #1 fix,.. then we move to the others - and within a few weeks, you will have it! :) Rebecca P.S. feel free to come on over to my websites and take the video lessons.. or request a private lesson etc. LearnFluteOnline.com or IntermediateFluteLessons.com
Rebecca Fuller
Many thanks for your reply and very helpful advice.
Thank you so much. 😊
how do I learn to tone or pitch the low c and b
Hi Joyce. I have some videos here on youtube that can help you out:
th-cam.com/video/p9iE8iemCMs/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/lXJP74XQXDE/w-d-xo.html
Even better, come and join me for some free lessons on my website at LearnFluteOnline.com. Hope to see you there! ~Rebecca
How do you play an E Natural!?
+rach💘 here's the video that shows E on the flute: th-cam.com/video/oC5f96o4sis/w-d-xo.html
I just learned! Thank you for replying. :)
You have beautiful hair Rebecca.
Aw gee thanks. :)
@@LearnFluteOnline I used to go to school out in Colorado ages ago. I live in California. I love California.
I saw you live in Utah.
Can you please teach all the notes in one video?!
Mushtari Sabir Come on over to my website where all of the lessons are in order.. :) LearnFluteOnline.com
There are a lot of instruments in our house... I play guitar and violin... but i really want to play flute ( but dad wont let me because he said it's not a good solo instrument) WHAT!?!
MusicTutorials Oh my. The flute is THE Best Solo Instrument.. ever. :)
it is??