How do you change the pitch on a flute?
Pull the head joint out to lower pitch and push the head joint in to raise pitch. To adjust the pitch of a flute, adjust the position of the head joint. Remember that larger instruments (like the tuba) are lower in pitch, so to lower the pitch on the flute, make it longer (larger) by pulling the head joint out.
Does the flute have a high or low pitch?
The Flute. The flute is made in the form of an open cylindrical air column about 66 cm long. Its fundamental pitch is middle C (C4) and it has a range of about three octaves to C7. The modern flute usually has a range from middle C (C4) upward for about three octaves.
What is the highest note the flute can play?
The “official” highest note of a standard flute is the C 3 octaves above middle C (called “4th octave C” if counting from where the flute starts, “7th octave C” on the piano), but I sometimes get asked how to finger notes above it (e.g. when CUCOS played arrangements that seemed determined to push the flutes too high).
Why is my flute not playing high notes?
Any change in tone or difficulty in taking the note may be an indication of a leak. Leaks may be caused by problems with pads and with the regulations between keys as well. Then, if any is detected, it’s time for taking the flute to a technician for proper repair.
Why does my flute not work?
Your flute has some thin, tiny little metal sticks that we call springs. Most of the keys on your flute are open all of the time unless pushed down by one of your fingers. When a spring is popped, your flute will sound terrible. Most of the notes will give the same airy tone no matter how many keys you have pressed.
Why is my flute not playing B flat?
Your B-flat key spring might be loose. Give everything movable on your flute a good moving. Most likely something is stuck.
Why is my flute not playing G?
More likely, it’s an adjustment problem. 99.9% of flutes are closed g sharp and this means the g and g sharp keys are linked. It could be that the g key isn’t closing fully even though the linked g sharp key is. You should be able to sort this out by turning the adjustment screw on the g key with a fine screwdriver.
Can’t get a sound out of my flute?
If your blowing produces no sound, check your bottom lip to make sure you’re not unconsciously pulling it up. Rotate the flute to change the angle at which your breath hits the blowing edge. Also, trying varying the shape and pressure of your blowing, and how far your bottom lip extends over the hole.
Why does my flute sound weird?
Possibly: your lips have drifted, and are in a different place than when your tone was great. Pay attention also to where you place the flute on your chin: placing the flute’s lip plate either too high, or too low, or not flush with the skin of the chin, can cause you to sound different every time you play.
How much does it cost to replace pads on flute?
Flute Repair Services
| SERVICE PLANS | DESCRIPTION | Open Hole cost |
|---|---|---|
| Play Condition 1 | Playing Condition Repairs & Adjustments | $80.00 |
| Play Condition 2 | Playing Condition Repairs & Adjustments Up to 4 Pads Replaced | $110.00 |
| Play Condition 3 | Playing Condition Repairs & Adjustments Up to 8 Pads Replaced | $140.00 |
How often do Flute pads need to be replaced?
Flute pads typically last 3-6 years, depending on how often you do the maintenance. Make sure to keep your flute clean and dirt-free, and don’t forget to do yearly maintenance to improve the life of your flute pads and flute.
Is it hard to replace flute pads?
Although replacing flute pads isn’t an inherently difficult task, it does require a certain element of skill and expertise. For this reason, Music & Arts recommends having your flute pads replaced by a professional repair technician who not only knows exactly what they’re doing, but has access to all the right tools.
Can you use Vaseline on flute?
You should never use cork grease or vaseline on the joints of the flute. The keys themselves should only be oiled by a professional instrument repairer. The two joins on the flute (between the headjoint, the body and the footjoint) don’t need lubricating per se, but sometimes they can get a bit tight.
Can you use wd40 on a flute?
2 – Old oil – For this you need some penetrating oil (something like WD-40) . DO NOT SPRAY THE FLUTE WITH OIL! Take a small plastic bottle cap and spray a bit of the WD-40 into the bottle cap. Then dip the end of a large needle or toothpick into the oil so that you get a small drop of oil on the toothpick.
Do flutes need to be oiled?
Oiling. Oiling the instrument should be done three to four times during the first month, and once a month after that However, if the bore or the ends of the tenons look dry then don’t hesitate to oil the flute on a more regular basis. It is not necessary to oil the inside of the head joint.