The FluteThe FluteBy Amanda PhippsBy Amanda Phipps

History of the flute• Theobald Boehm

• 1794-1881

• Credited with creating the modern flute

• Made many versions, finally came up with silver flute we know today

Many types of boehm flutes

Types of flutes• Fipple

Flute Piccolo

Alto Flute

Bass flute

History cont.

• Flutes have been a part of wars and ceremonies throughout time.

• Have also been found in Egyptian tomb paintings.

What is a flute?

• A hollow tube that lacks a read and is blown in a way that makes the air inside vibrate.

• Played by blowing air into a hole. The air vibrates inside, creating sound.

PLAYING THE FLUTE

• Using a good embouchure, or shaping of the lips and mouth, is crucial to playing the flute.

• “poo”

maintaining the Flute

• Storing: should be put in case properly

• Clean with a damp silver-polishing cloth.

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