The Reasons Why You Can't Play Fast Passages Cleanly FluteTips 106

To play fast and clean there are usually three different areas to fix. We've all been there. We've all had this problem.
Now, the first thing I can tell you to getting fast passages is to know your scales and arpeggios. And I can't say that strongly enough -
- know your minor scales
- know your major scales, and
- know your arpeggios like the back of your hand!
Once you have those skills, here are the 3 culprits that will flub you up in fast passages:
1. Your fingers are rushing - faster than your tongue or eyes
2. You have a glitch - your fingers are not all going up or down together
3. Your fingers want to skip a note!
Here’s some ideas for fixing these three problems.
You will love how you sound when you play fast passages and they are clean. You can hear every single note. It takes you up a notch from the amateur level to the professional. And that's a lovely thing.
Have Fun!
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[@giuliasatta6251]

Thank you for this tips they're really helpful! Sometimes we stick to that passage and repeat it over and over again without focusing on the real problem

[@DoctorFlute]

Thank-you Guilia! That was definitely my problem until I analyzed my issue. Are you working on something technically tricky?

[@opalessense]

Thanks. Before i watched your video, i just played the song over and over again. In fact my kid knows it so well that he is singing it right as i type.

[@DoctorFlute]

You will now make great progress!

[@Robyn19fnq]

You're right Angela ... it's always "why can't I do this?" Back to scales and arpeggios for me!

[@DoctorFlute]

Hi Robyn! Always and forever scales for me too!

[@marccroteau4717]

Great content as always, Dr. McB. Thank you!

[@allanfan297]

Thanks for the video it is very helpful:)

[@DoctorFlute]

You're welcome!

[@jessicahughes8232]

This helps me loads!!!! I definitely have theses issues with my playing.

[@DoctorFlute]

Hi Jessica! I so glad this helps you. Are you working on a particular piece?

[@stefanlim1776]

Really great instructional video. The subtitles are great for us trying to take notes while you are going on point after point. I used to have to watch a video several times to make sure I catch everything, but with the subtitles, I get all the information I need just after one viewing. Thank you very much!

[@DoctorFlute]

Hi Stefan! That is fantastic to hear. I've always wondered if sub titles are necessary. Thanks!

[@jorgeabatocab]

So true, thanks again for another awesome lesson Angela, God bless

[@DoctorFlute]

Hi Jorge! Thanks!

[@lynnhansen7064]

Great ideas. I’m struggling with a passage right now and have worked on it in so many ways. You just gave me lots more ideas. Maybe I’ll get it by concert time !!

[@DoctorFlute]

Fantastic! What piece are you working on?

[@lynnhansen7064]

@@DoctorFlute piccolo on Kodaly’s Dances of Galanta. Wow, that goes so fast. I’m getting closer but not there yet. Will I get there in one week?

[@DoctorFlute]

Maybe, just keep working!

[@flamenfloralis]

Very instructive, many thanks!

[@DoctorFlute]

Glad it was helpful!

[@flamenfloralis]

@@DoctorFlute My pleasure!

[@flamenfloralis]

@@DoctorFlute My pleasure!

[@flamenfloralis]

@@DoctorFlute My pleasure! Your three suggestions are fundamental!

[@justanotherclaire7402]

Would dry, cracked lips affect the way I sound, I always have to lick my lips

[@DoctorFlute]

Absolutely! I have some type of chap stick on at all times except when I'm playing. I don't get chapped lips because of that.

[@justanotherclaire7402]

@@DoctorFlute I should really try that, thank you!😊

[@Toipno]

Very interesting, I'm still in fun, but I'll try with patience. Thank you Can you tell me if my email has arrived? Thank you

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Thanks Ronny!