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Professional Flute Quartet


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Helpful Educational Articles
by Flûtée Members

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Background graphic copyright 2005 by Kim Teal. All rights reserved.

Mary Anderson's Articles:


Alto and Bass Flutes
Mary discusses the differences between alto and bass flutes.

Flute Ensembles
Mary discusses the ins and outs of playing in a flute ensemble.

Warm-Ups
Mary advises flutists on warm-ups.



Kim J. Teal's Articles:


Piccolo, Eb Soprano, and Bb Tenor Flutes
Kim explains the piccolo, Eb soprano flute, and Bb tenor flute. 

Flute Ensemble Presentation
Kim details the finer points of how to present your ensemble.

Trio Repertory List
Kim lists some recommended music for flute trios.

Flute Quartet Repertory List
Kim lists some recommended music for flute quartets.

Flute Quintet Repertory List
Kim lists some recommended music for flute quintets.

Proper Care and Maintenance of the Flute
Kim's do's and don'ts for a happier flute (and flutist!).

Tips for Effective Sight-Reading
Kim offers some tips to help you improve your sight-reading skills.

Jazz Styles
Kim writes about the various styles in jazz.

The Puzzle Page!
Taken from Kim's many flute word search puzzles for her students.

  A Guide To Commissioning Music
An article by Kim about how to commission new music.
(Also presented as a lecture/demonstration by Flûtée at the Central Michigan Flute Festival, Central Michigan University, 11-2001.)

 Some Tips for Proper Etiquette in Music
An article by Kim concerning how musicians should conduct themselves,
as taught to her by various teachers over the years.

Flute Tips & Tricks
Kim passes along some helpful tips and tricks she has learned over the years.

Flute Facts and Fun Page
A page with interesting flute facts and information, including quotes and poetry.

The Sonata in the Baroque & Classical Periods
A brief, historical overview of the sonata, including some composers of flute sonatas.

A Musical Flute Quiz
Test your music and flute knowledge!

Octave Slurs for Lip Flexibility
Kim provides some exercises designed to strengthen your embouchure.

A World of Flutes
Kim gives a brief background on the history of the flute.




Articles by Former Flûtée Members:


Conquering the Third Octave
Pamela Rowe discusses how to facilitate high note response.

Recital Programming
Lauren Rongo explains how she selects her musical choices for a recital. 

Competition Music Selection
Lauren Rongo offers some pointers on what types of pieces
to choose to perform in a competition.

Fun With Finger Exercises
Lauren Rongo shows off Harold Bennett's finger exercises.

Intonation
Lauren Rongo discusses intonation.

Jazz Improvisation
Lauren Rongo discusses how to improvise.

Rehearsal Techniques for Flute Ensembles
Pollee Lloyd discusses how to rehearse a flute ensemble.


 
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