BUYING A NEW FLUTE 101
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- In this video I share my favorite flute brands for beginners, intermediate and advanced flute players! Please note that a big part of playing the flute has to do with the player! Find what works for you and test several flutes out before you buy!
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Beginner brands: Yamaha, Jupiter, Armstrong
Intermediate: Di Zhao, Azumi, Miyazawa, Trever James, Lyric
Professional: Brannen, Miyazawa, Pearl, Powell
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Great video , very informative for the younger flutists out there. I'll pass on this video to my students too. I also play a Brannen -14k model, with an original 14k Lafin headjoint. The Brogger Mekanik is so great, Miyazawai also has the Brogger System on their flutes, and it's fantastic too. Thanks for sharing this video!
Today I just got a Pearl open hole B flat flute. I'm only in junior high but I do honor band, flute competitions, take private lessons, I'm in MYS (Metropolitan Youth Symphony) and in the highest group, and I'm hoping to make it into regionals next year and possibly try out for all state. I am also going to be doing flute camp this summer. I was wondering if the flute I got was good for what I am and will be doing?
Yes! Great choice and best of luck!!!
I played on Yamahas from beginner level all the way to advanced. My last flute is a professional custom-made Yamaha! Always wanted to play on a Muramatsu though. Anyway, flute is history for me, heh.
I got mine at a pawn shop. It was a Gemmheinhardt. Hard to play. Sold it on ebay and went to a music shop and bought a Jupiter...tried it out in the shop...easy to play.
That's great feedback - thanks!
There is a plastic (yes, plastic!) flute made by Nuvo Instrumental, Ltd. that I myself have purchased. It is generally much less expensive (around 200 US dollars!) than most other flutes, yet (to me, at least) sounds and works just as well. As you might expect, it is lighter in weight than metal flutes and I believe is easier to maintain. Plus, it comes with both a conventional lip plate as well as a "Firstnote" plate (resembling the mouthpiece of a recorder), which helps beginners (like me) in particular by mitigating embouchure troubles, thereby allowing less distracted concentration on fingering. These plates can be quickly interchanged by snapping one off and the other on. One other unique feature of this amazing instrument is a range of color options (black, white, pink, blue, or green)! I bought mine through Guitar Center, but a list of other retailers can be obtained on the manufacturer's website.
+Flutosopher I agree this can be a great beginner flute, however the tone quality is much less ideal than the metal/silver flutes. I always recommend trying things out before your buy if you have the luxury.
I am in a weird category. I started playing alto sax in Junior High band in 1976! I was fairly a prodigy and began playing in local community theater pit orchestras in 1978 when I added regular Bb clarinet and bass clarinet so I could double.
I became an actor and playing woodwinds after Sophomore year in high school took a backseat for a while but I've come back to it on repeated occasions.
Now as a 54 year old man I want to regain some of the joy in my life from my pit playing BUT I also want to add new instruments. SO! An old high school friend gifted me her clarinet AND two, count them, TWO flutes! ONE is a pretty Armstrong flute while the other is a 42 year old Bundy with a slightly dented mouth piece on the head joint.
As an older guy with dents of his own, I can't bring myself to put down this older, imperfect flute.
ANYWAY!
I'm gonna take all three horns and have them serviced. And I'm going to TRY to take flute lessons online....but I have a feeling that I'm gonna need to find private lessons here in NJ/NYC....I am SURE I'll have no issue finding a teacher.
Meanwhile I search for an alto sax, a bass clarinet (MY GAWD THEY ARE EXPENSIVE!!!!!) and later an oboe and bassoon.
Before I die I wanna do it all!
I thank you for this video! It helped me know what flute brands to wish for and it so happens I have one!
Great advice for the beginner!
I just started playing about a year ago. I play a Viento FL200 left handed flute. I really enjoy it.
Awesome!
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I got a di Zhao 700 with a c# trill key, b foot,and full Stirling silver head joint, foot, and body.
Awesome!!! Great choice!
Bevani Flute omg I didn't expect you to reply, love your videos, and I tried 4 flutes and ended up with di zhao and it worked for me and I love it, do you know any way I can get a gold di Zhao head joint?
Since I started out playing the Irish flute and whistle, I bought an intermediate model open-hole Gemeinhardt but was sad to hear you never mentioned it :-(
...and while I have your attention, do you attach a microphone to your flute when you're recording or do you just play in front of a mic and which one do you prefer?
Thank you for sharing your talents with us :-)
Okay, so I've been playing flute for about 5 years and I am currently using a Selmer and I was thinking about going up to intermediate.
Also, have you heard of someone named Emily Cox? She was my old band teacher and she just started teaching in Minneapolis this year. I'm not sure where exactly she works but she's cool.
Always helpful to buy a better instrument. I really like the Azumi for an intermediate flute ;) PS - haven't met Emily
I just got my first professional flute three and a half months ago. It's an Altus and I love it. I tried Powell but it didn't suit my sound. :)
I am currently playing a MOG (sn# 120338) transverse silver flute. Where would rate this brand? But most of the time I play Sakuhachi or native american flutes for personal meditation or inner emotions release. Keep up the fine work you are doing and i wish you much happiness in your new years start in Milwaukee.
+bruce howard I've asked around here in the studio and Mog is considered a no-name brand so I would recommend when possible to find a yamaha or jupiter flute as your next flute. At least a brand that is reputable, those will last the longest.
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Hello! Your videos are awesome! I listened to a street performer a month ago and since then I'm in love with the sound of flutes. But sadly I can't afford a concert flute (they are really expensive in my country) and I also learned in your one of your videos that there's a wooden Indian flute, and the wooden sound was amazing as well so I am considering on buying a bansuri. But I'm not into hindustani music, I would like to use it to play Western classical music. I've read that you can use a bansuri as you would use a concert flute leading bending techniques. What key should the bansuri be on to match the sound or style of the concert flute? Any kind of advice is appreciated and thanks a lot!
I have a Cleveland King and a Gemeinhardt. I know you didn't mention those but what do you think of them? my Cleveland King dates back to 1940.
Question: I've been playing the flute for about 5 years and I am grade 5 currently (I hope to be grade 6 this summer) and I'm still using my first flute. Its a Jupiter student flute, closed hole (not sure exactly what model). I have tried my best to keep it in good condition but its tarnished around the keys and the embouchure hole. The pads on the keys aren't totally worn out to the point where I can't make a good sound but they are getting there. I don't really have anything to compare it to so I can't tell whether its time to upgrade or not. I also don't know what to class myself as. I don't know if I'm beginner, intermediate or teetering on advanced. I honestly am not sure of the difference between each. My question is, should I upgrade my flute? If so, what brands do you recommend? Should I wait until I'm a higher grade?
I played im band for 2 years, 15 years ago and I play my flute 2 or 3 times a year. I currently own the armstrong 104 i had from band. Would you suggest having a full maintenance done on this flute or sell it and get a new one? If you suggest selling what would be the smarter options to go with?
What is the difference between an open-hole flute and a closed-hole flute? I am curious. Also, do you have to open the keys on the more advanced flutes to be able to play?
+Jodie Yu open hole flutes most importantly help with finger placement and efficiency - when your fingers are in the correct spot you are able to play much faster and smoother! It can also sightly improve tone.
+Bevani Flute true, its main purpose is for the fingers to be placed properly.
sad to see you move to Minneapolis, as a fellow Seattle flutist was hoping to catch you one of these days at pikes or something lol. Are you planning on visiting Seattle again?
+The Flute Cafe aw shoot, well if you are around this Sunday I'm playing at the Center for Spiritual Living 9am or 11am service OR in ballard at Hatties Hat from 8-9pm ; )
+Bevani Flute oh man, as I just see this :( I was recording Pentatonix on sunday lol
Bevani, do you give lessons to play other types of flutes, like the crystal, bansuri, alto and native american? I am interested in learning the crystal flute and am hoping to get one sometime. I would love it very much if you made tutorial videos on how to learn the D crystal flute.
Also, one more question. On the silver flute, do you know what the two keys to the left of your thumb keys are for? Are they trill keys or something else?
+Jodie Yu Hey Jodie, I'll put this on my list for tutorials to go over my other flutes! I'm not quite sure what keys you're talking about by the thumb but there is an alternate way to play Bflat with the round key on your left thumb key... maybe that's what you're referring to?
I have played flute for a year now and I think I need a new flute, any suggestions?
would you please tell me which flute is most perfect for beginner student, open hole and close hole? and which scale?
I'm curious, what is your opinion of Haynes flutes specifically the fusion models
I'm planning to buy a metallic flute. plagues help me what is the best brand with a good quality..
Do you know anything about the aidis flutes? My music store just started selling them and I assume it's a new company. It's pretty cheap, but I'm having trouble finding information on it! Thanks! :)
+lauraahs Aidis flutes are a new company, there brand is developing but they do have a good quality to them. But not great yet. I would try them before you buy it.
Laura hi
I want to buy a flute I am in Jeddah
i have a question, what do you thing about the antigua wind flute, the H Hoffer flute and the palmer paris flute? are they any good i am a begginger but i would really like to start with something worth it. i mean one that has a very nice quality sound, but those 3 that i mention it the only option i have since i live way at the carribean and is kind of hard to get those instruments here. please let me know
Are you sure about jupiter? My teacher told me that they are not good quality flutes became they try to make out that they are up there with the good brands but really they are just cheap and not worth the money. I started on a yamaha 221n ( which I have been playing for 6 years) but I recommend the yamaha 211s. Im so excited to get my intermediate flute tomorrow!
I don't know do i need an intermediate or advanced flute? My teacher says to see what i can get for 5,000 pounds. Im taking grade 8 next year and i was looking at some Powell signature flutes. What do you think. Are powell flutes good?
Powell are a really great choice!
Hey! I have been playing flute for two years now and I'm really good for my age if I do say so myself. Anyway, over the summer I plan on buying a new flute, I'm currently looking at Yamaha 600 series, Powell Sonare, and Miyazawa 102.
My budget is about 3500.(and honestly my dad isn't happy about that at all but I think i'v talked him into it) I think I will end up buying the flute from fluteworld.com. What do you think of my choices and what do you think I should get of those three and do you recommend any other brands?
And the Muramatsu flute?
I am curious to know what you think of the Guo New Voice Flute, if you have played one. I am interested in them for their lighter weight and easy maintenance. I am planning to try one out soon.
I have tried them! There are definitely some great features. Super light weight, durable and great to play outside. The trade off is the tone - it's not as full or rich sounding as the silver flutes. I think it's great for beginners and people who want to play outside. Hope that helps a little :)
i am asking for an instrament shown by nat king cole called a claveta, dont know if spelling is correct?
Could you make a video about the right flute embouchure? i learned the tight "smile" one when i started playing but want to get it more flexible! That would really be great.
+pinkthatsall3 Yes, I can do this!
+Bevani Flute amazing! really looking forward to it! :)
Bevani I love all your songs, but I would really like to learn to play your song Driven. I can do some parts, but I just need to work on that double tonguing ;)
+Jodie Yu awesome Jodie, I'm definitely going to do a tutorial on double tonging!
Yay!!
Do you know anything about a medini flute for a flutist who has been playing for 3 almost 4 years
Hi Bevani,
it's not important for the world, but - do you think Yamaha YFL 674 is good professional flute? :)
(6 years playing)
+Aneta Budzanowska hope we can hijack this question : ) - The 674 is an amazing flute. We have a couple of people playing on them here in the office. Its a keeper, just take good care of it.
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Thanks :)
and mercury ?? it serves
What about Sankyo?
No Gemeinhardt flute anywhere?
You know there really are no strict rules - if you love your gameinhardt flute you should rock it. So much is dependent on the flute player😉
Hi Bevani,
I have tried several new professional flute, but I feel I haven't found its best sound like in my advanced flute. Is there any difference between a new and a used flute in terms of making its best sound?
No, there shouldn't be much difference between a new and used flute in terms of sound - unless the used flute has not been maintained well and there are leaks or problems with the keys. Hope that is helpful - all the best!
sorry. I don't know about Armstrong though. I heard about them.
I have had a few Armstrong flutes and loved them. I was a brass player and flute was a second instrument. I needed a flute with a lot of resistance and the Armstrong was exactly what I needed at a decent price.
Why not recommend a Pearl?
She said she liked them too as well
Sorry this is long, I have a question though!
I have played clarinet for a year but I have really always wanted to play flute, thought it was too hard though ( I thought my lips where too big to play ) I can play it now ( my friends I can play maybe 4 notes. I want to switch flute, my parents said 100 dollars would be good and I got one for that price on amazon. My flute friend said it was a scam. It's a etune silver ( C ) the reviews are good but wanna be safe. What do you say?
I'd say that the flute you bought will get you by but it's probably not the best quality. Often flute retailers will not take it back or even work on them. If you do want to invest in a great instrument, please check out www.flutes4sale.com/ look at their previously owned instruments - also use my code 'BEV' for great perks including free shipping and other great deals!
hello. I have been playing flute for about a year. I have a beginner flute but I am in an the highest advanced band at my Junior high. this band plays lots of songs with high notes and my flutes high notes sound very screechy. I have a clear sound on it and I have asked my band director and he says that my high notes sound clear and accurate. should I get a more advanced flute?
Having a good instrument is always helpful. It makes things easier for you!
I have a Davidson Flute. Is it a scam????
Very informative video!
I have a desition problem! I always want to star, but I don´t know what type of flaute choose!.
¿What do you think?.
Thanks!!
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Thanks!!
is mendinni a good beginners flute?
Diamond pickaxe mendini are not the good kinds of flute cause they are made out of a cheaper medal or cheaper nickel and will most likely get a flute that last only for 6 month
I have my flute from Karl Glasser;)
Hi Bevani. i am currently playing a Gemeinhardt student flute and I just read on the internet that Gemeinhardt sells the worst flutes is this true?
Not true. They have some good student flutes.
Hello Bevani, in september I'll be taking flute lessons so I want to buy a new beginner flute. I'm considering buying a Yamaha 272 with open holes. Do you think it's a good choice ?
Yes, this is a great choice. Please check out the www.flutes4sale.com/ and if you order from them you'll receive great perks if you use the code: BEV - free shipping, free Bevani CD and more!
Thank you for your answer !
hello n.n
do you have any opinions on buffets?? I've been playing for 5months and my teacher is offering to sell me his buffet, is it worth it??
-greetings from mexico ^w^
Honestly, I've never heard of this brand. I'd do a little research online.
hello bevani!I want your advise.I started playing flute this year in the local band.The problem is that the flute that,the flute that the band owns and my conductor gave me(dimavery flute) is not very good for me anymore.The band does not own better flutes so I am thinking of buying my own!I want a flute that is for beginners intermediate level,so that I will play with this for some years.I can only pay about 470€(I live in Greece)...I have found an Armstrong open hole flute (478€) and an Armstrong closed hole flute(450€).Which one do you think is the best?Do you have any other options?thank you very much!
+Nikos Violetta Definitely go for the open hole flute. This will help train your fingers to be more efficient and improve your technique. You can always buy plugs for the flute to start off with. Definitely ask if you can try the flute first before you purchase it!! All the best to you!
+Bevani Flute thank you very much!I will ask my conductor to help me choose which brand is the best for me(Finally,I found many others).Thank you very much!
any suggestions for a good but affordable Alto flute
I love the trevor james alto flutes.. again if you want to test them out, use my code BEV at the flute center of new york and they will ship them to you for free! You'll also get 18 month warranty, singed Bevani flute CD if you purchase from them. Here's their website: www.flutes4sale.com/ Also - they are super helpful and friendly if you want to call them up and ask questions!
I'm grade 6 abrsm flute and my Yamaha yfl311 flute has everything wrong with it so I have been told I will need to get a new one to get me through the higher grades does anyone have any suggestions??
what is an ideal price for all these flutes?
+ThailBeez Very much depends if you buy new or used. Used beginner flute should be around $100 -$300. Beginner new flute $300-$800 for a decent flute and then it all goes up!
gemeinhardt 2sp?
hi Bevani. I'm completely new in flute playing and plan to buy one.do u think it worth more to pay for yamaha 222 (the new brand) or 221 and 211 would be enough? tq
I think the 211 would be fine if it's in good condition!
Thanks for ur reply
I play the flute
I've been playing my yamaha begginers flute for 10 years ...and it is dying. I'm searching to buy a step up flute now. What brand is at a good price range to pay for a step up flute . I've seen that porffesionals start from the 4000 and go up from there. I am looking for a more economical option but a good quality. (I play my flute recreationally but do some performances here and there. ) thanks!!
+gmagam Check out the Azumis, Di Zhao 600, Lyric, or Miyazawa 202!!!
+Bevani Flute thank you so much ..I was able to try all these at the store and my top two were the Altus 807 silver plated hand crafted and the azumi az3 solid silver ...the price difference between these was about 400 ,but to my surprise the altus 807 was the more expensive one bc it was handcrafted although it was only silver plated .....im really debating now bc I thought the more precious the material was the better the instrument I do feel like the Altus has slightly a better fuller sound ,but I'm not sure if it's worth the $400 difference .....as far as durability and tone which one in your opinion would be worth the price ....help please!!
+gmagam I don't think you could make a wrong choice with these two - both are great flutes. I wouldn't get caught up in the solid silver versus silver plated. Ask you heart now : )
im not looking for a fflute do they still make an instrment called a claveta, a small keyboard that you blow into, spelling may not e correct
what is on your flute?
It's called a LeFreque :)
Are Yamaha good professional flute
yeah the 600+ series are great
aImpolitee what are the worst kind of professional flute