Learn to:

• Play the flute as a solo or ensemble instrument
• Perform a variety of musical styles
• Clean and care for your flute
• Play along with the audio samples on CD

The fast and easy way to learn flute!

Whether you've never touched a flute or want to dust yours off and start playing again, this friendly, easy-to-follow guide walks you through everything you need to know to prepare for and play the flute, from buying your first instrument to playing, practicing, and caring for a flute.

• So you want to play the flute ? get the basics on this popular woodwind instrument, appreciate its great legacy, and receive expert tips on what you need to know before you begin playing
• Flute 101 ? discover the anatomy of a flute, get advice on what to look for when buying or renting a flute, and learn to read music notation
• Playing your first notes ? start making beautiful music with helpful descriptions, illustrations, and exercises incorporating the first octave on the flute
• Making those high flutin' sounds ? move on to more advanced notes using the second octave and practice along with melodies
• Playing in perfect harmony ? fine-tune your sound, add vibrato, and make your third octave notes sing

Bonus CD Includes

> Samples demonstrating correct tempo, rhythm, and notes
Individual note tracks so that you can compare your pitch and play correctly, right from the start

Open the book and find:

• Hands-on exercises, practice lessons, and examples
• Tips on posture and breathing
• The right way to position your hands and fingers
• Warm-ups, scales, and studies to hone your skills
• Techniques to correct out-of-tune notes
• When and how to find a flute teacher
• Advice on repairing and maintaining a flute
• Suggestions for building your repertoire