For those learning to play the flute for the first time, I’ve created a series of flute lessons for beginners on my YouTube channel. Based on my first flute lessons for total beginners, I break down the lesson concepts into short mini-lessons so that you can learn at your own pace.

Gariboldi Flute Etude Tutorial #1

In this video, I break down a classic flute etude from Robert Cavally’s “Melodious and Progressive Studies, Book 1” (the Blue Book), Gariboldi’s Etude #1 in C Major (Moderato e tranquillo) from Opus 132. I offer some tips, concepts and practice techniques to help the student get the most out of this popular flute study.

Flute Vibrato Tutorial now on YouTube!

A regular vibrato practice is crucial for intermediate and advanced flute students. Vibrato is not only means of adding beauty and musical expression to your performance, but it can also enhance the fullness and projection of the flute sound. Learning to control air speed and pressure is a valuable tool that can apply to many other aspects of flute playing (even articulation, believe it or not!).