Category Archives: Flute

The Vintage or New Musical Instrument Decision

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Gandalfe

I tried to like vintage instruments, the price was right and they are beautious to behold. I even saved some from the trash heap like my Conn C soprano that Sarge of Worldwide Sax was able to revive. Truth be … Continue reading →

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Comparing the Shakuhachi, Okuralo, and concert flutes

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Gandalfe

One of my most interesting musical friends, Toby shares this with us from the alt.flute alias. Those of you who know me, know I have dabbled with the flute for years, never quite getting traction as I have also been … Continue reading →

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The Paper Flute

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Gandalfe

Matt Stohrer, an instrument repair tech and a very creative person, points out this video describing the process of creating a flute from paper. [Correction: Minor correction though: they aren’t paper, although they are printed. Its a plastic of some … Continue reading →

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The Great Flute debate: Open or closed hole

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Gandalfe

Gordon Palmer, a friend of mine who can be found via the contact info at the end of this post recently posted this gem on the Sax on the Web site. I wanted to put it here for my many sax friends who, like me, … Continue reading →

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