ohh i didn't know that.
Olweels, Grinters, McGees, Burns.... i wonder how they look like. do they look like the bohm.. flutes like the one i'm getting?
You might want to look a bit further than the word "flute" before you sign up and start posting.
There are at least 100 classical flute forums on the net, I'm always amazed we get so many noobs here asking Boehm questions without looking further than their noses reach.
I have both sorts of flute, and on my Yamaha I have a B foot. I don't really notice it when I'm not playing that low note, but I suppose the flute is a bit heavier.
Whether one needs the B is a matter of opinion - there are times when its' really nice to have, e.g Mhairi Bhan Og in G even for traditional music, but on the other hand, I guess if you ain't got it, then you don't play that tune in that key... To actually get the low B to come out strong also takes a flute in very good working order and considerable practice.
These guys and gals are mostly Irish musicians. They play wooden or other simple system (mostly) D flutes. Do not be fooded by the simple system though, it is not an easy instrument to learn to play well. Most concert flute players (that would be you) do not try to play the irish flute because it messes up their lip somewhat and is hard to switch back and forth. I play both and never had a problem but I am old enough to be your granny. Your geme is an intermediat not student flute and it is fine. My custom made Yamaha 881 has a c foot and closed holes. Most pro classical flute players use the c foot, b foot is of little or no use in band or orchertra music. If you want to do jazz or improve then you might need it.
excuse me, should have said classical music not classical flute.
look at the instruments above and have a peek at this video;
the kid is not great but it gives you an idea of the look and sound
You might find ITM is realy neat and you CAN play it on your flute if you work at it.
Yeah, the flutes pictured here are known as "concert" flutes, while the Boehm flute is known as the "Boehm" or "silver" flute, as far as I know.
I need a concert flute with a "B" foot, as well as the 11+ keys. Not for ITM, but for all-around music playing. Too bad they aren't available like that anymore (unless you like paying for playable jewelry).
I did not mean to kick up the dust. just trying to help an uninformed youngster on her way.
The boehm system flute, in silver or wood, is commonly called a concert flute as opposed to an Irish flute in the US. I realize the forerunner of the instrument was the classical or romance flute that could also be inferred to as a concert flute. I would love to lay hands on one but I think the are all kindling now.
He's a lot better than me, and I really enjoy his videos. One can tell he loves the music and has a blast playing it.
But that's just my opinion, because I'm not brave enough to put up any video of moi playing a tune.....
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Hes also only be playing a few years! Considering his progress I would say he is great. I was a burnt out silverflute player and watching him really helped kick my ass to get back into playing seriously.
