a beginner’s crash course in playing the flute | #flutelyfe with @katieflute + FCNY

Hi friends! In this video I show you all the basics about starting to play the flute, from what flute to buy, to how to make a sound & playing your first notes! Check out the time stamps below to jump to specific topics. Join the flutelyfe fam, it’s free! 💖 intro 00:00 where to buy your first flute 00:49 the best flutes for beginners 02:16 the parts of the flute 03:12 making a sound on the flute 04:05 articulation/tonguing 08:16 practicing on the headjoint 10:22 how to put your flute together 12:38 tuning your flute 14:10 how to hold your flute part I 14:34 how to play C, B, A, & G 16:13 how to hold your flute part II 17:07 eliminating tension when holding the flute 17:37 how to play F, E, D, Bb, and Eb 18:20 switching between playing low notes and high notes 19:58 proper breathing for flute players 20:30 cleaning & caring for your flute 23:25