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Relieve Upper Body Tension
With marching season in full swing, flutists often suffer from upper body tension and head and arm fatigue as longer ... -
Stretching for Flutists
Stretching frequently in a practice session increases flexibility, reduces tension and develops focus instead of frustration. Try these simple exercises ... -
Getting in Shape After Summer
With summer break behind and the school year off to a fresh start, it’s a great time to establish a ... -
Simplify Sightreading
Always a challenge, sightreading takes practice and patience in order to develop accuracy and confidence. Here are rules to guide ... -
Nuvo Student Flute
The Nuvo Student Flute may be the flute of the future, but musicians can play it today. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
An ACTIVE Approach
With the new marching season off and running at a fast pace, active learning adds confidence and builds skill with ... -
Ins & Outs of Trills
Accurate use of trill keys is essential for speed, intonation and technical confidence. Choosing which key(s) to use can be ... -
Pneumo Pro Wind Director
Believe it or not, playing the flute takes more air than even a tuba, and a product called the Pneumo ... -
Prep for Auditions
Success in auditions requires preparation, practice and experience. These suggestions will organize your practice time and help you develop confidence ... -
Starting the Day
Every day is a new start for a flutist, and I begin the day with exercises to prepare for a ... -
Developing Breath Control
Flute technique from Mary Karen Clardy. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and online community about the marching arts. -
Ferocity: An Emotional Ride Through Band
The journey of a young, shy musician at Beavercreek High School in her quest to join the marching band and ... -
Common Flute Problems
Mary Karen Clardy, renowned musician and author, helps flutists combat common problems with tone, intonation and technique. From Halftime Magazine, ... -
Fast Fingering For Flutists
Practical tips for fast flute fingering from Halftime Magazine, a print publication and online community about the marching arts.