The Self-Taught Flute Player: A Guide for Unlocking Flute-Playing Techniques

Learning the flute? 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.