Irish Flute Lesson 1 - [The Basics] EMBOUCHURE

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Everyone :) Thanks for all the comments and likes - Please feel free to ask any questions about this wooden flute lesson or about Irish music in general and we'll get back to you straight away. Remember to subscribe to our channel and click the bell to get notified of our new video releases.

[@victorcarribe6103]

How many octave does your wooden flute have is it the same as the metal flute because I can play 4 octave on my metal flute but I would like to know because I'm interested in buying a 5 key or a 6 key so I can learn it maybe you can teach me all the octave 🤔I'm very curious. Thank you.

[@johnduignan4730]

Steph not alone are you an excellent player but you are also a top notch tutor and made a huge difference to my nailing a good embochure. John Duignan

[@Elsupilouminraato]

I never leave a comment but this was the best Irish Flute playing video for total beginners. Great example of embouchure and posture.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Thanks for the amazing comment ! Take the structured course here - oaim.ie/flute/flute-basics/

[@VoxUrania]

Wow! So much covered, so quickly, so clearly and so well. It's also great to be able to pause the video and work on each skill. Thank you.

[@CrypticWizard9]

Thank you so much. I actually built an Irish Flute for fun, and didn't understand why concert flute embouchure wasn't working. Now I can actually learn to play the damn thing

[@MarcusWarnerMusic]

You are absolutely amazing! Currently at university and wanting to learn this, I have a cheap old dixon flute and have been browsing the web to teach myself... this is by far the most helpful tutorial I've found, I've been playing for about an hour and it's getting better. You and your flute are beautiful

[@joel.perler]

This is just awesome, i struggled for two years and a day practising with this technique and i am ways further already! Thanks so much!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Joel, what type of flute have you?

[@surreality-q6h]

This is great. Teacher is awesome. Thank you!

[@jcortese3300]

THANK YOU!!!! I can get an actual note out now!

[@SeraphimCramer]

I literally just started playing the Irish flute (as in, I started yesterday), & I've gathered that it's easier for me to play with my head joint turned away from me slightly. I have really long fingers, so by turning the head joint away, it's easier for me to comfortably wrap my hands around the flute.

[@shahtub]

Beautiful tutor. 😊

[@michaelpreston233]

I have bid and won one of those. This is a good lesson video.I want to play traditional Pieces like ''Greensleves''

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Michael, That's interesting. This flute is in the key of D, what type of flute do you have?

[@Julikiwi]

thank you so much for this free lesson, this is going to be much easier with some good basis^^

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, there are more free lessons from Steph on the www.oaim.ie website. To progress at the fastest rate I'd advise following Steph's graded beginners flute course and utilising our play along session features. Good luck!

[@Godsailsthequeen]

I received my M&E ebonite today and - oh gosh. I did not expect that it would be so difficult to make a sound! I knew it would be hard but, that hard!!! good tutorial anyway, and lovely Steph.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Arthur, Glad you liked the tutorial. Have you got the opportunity to play a different flute to compare it with your new one? That would be a handy exercise to make sure you have a good instrument.

[@Godsailsthequeen]

No I haven't had the chance. Irish flutes seem to be very rare instruments, and there are not many sessions in my actual surroundings. But I've heard good things of irish based michael Chronnolly's flutes (m&e), be it polymer or wood, and I did not buy without a careful online study. Sometimes you just have to blame your body, that only time can teach. A few days later and my embouchure works already a tad better!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Stick with it and let us know how you are getting along after a month of practice.

[@Godsailsthequeen]

I sure will! :)

[@Godsailsthequeen]

Hi OAIM. I've been practicing for a month now, and things are going forward. I followed your beginner course, + some tips from elsewhere. This is not my first instrument, but it is refreshing to have everything to learn. My embouchure is obviously better, even though I need consistent warming up before being able to produce every note of the d scale. As far as my experience's concerned, getting the second octave was the key to a stronger low range. On the negative side, my embouchure is still pretty inconsistent, I have weak stamina with breathing (even from the belly), and practicing the physically less demanding tin whistle (like I've done for a year) seems to mess a bit more with my breath, both sound and stamina-wise.

[@flashesoflightandshadow9825]

Thank you so much. I’m waiting for my flute to come and am so excited to be able to get more notes than my recorder........I play outside alot, somI bought the polymer flute with no keys. This is going to help so much knowing the notes....as I often play by ear, or compose my own tunes.......I may be signing up for lessons.....

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Vicki, best of luck with it! Let us know if you have any questions.

[@thmancini]

Tks from Brazil!!!!

[@casperj.b.1705]

thank you! Very very good instructions!!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Casper, thanks! Lot's more lessons with Steph here - www.oaim.ie/flute/flute-basics/

[@neonwind]

Thank You! Detailed in a lovely relaxed manner.

[@mightylad2197]

I thought bagpipe experience would make flute playing easy. Guess I was wrong haha. Good tutorial, great tips

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

LOL

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

Great lesson 🙂

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Thanks! 😃

[@pablonaviavergara6856]

I just Love you so much!! i needed this!!!

[@edwardvidalesjr3866]

My flute has 5 sections to it. Can you please show the finger on the flute from a side view. I'm having trouble reaching the third hole.

[@capnclawhammer3024]

I've been playing neo-Irish flute (with an applewood Ralph Sweet keyless in D) with the local dulcimer society and others for almost ten years now. Learned a few things I didn't know right off the bat. Here's hoping for a vid on cranns and such (the right way to do 'em)

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Capn, There are many vids on cranns on the website. Check out here for a start - www.oaim.ie/lessons-a-courses/flute/flute-progressions Let me know if that works out for you.

[@capnclawhammer3024]

irishmusicacademy Thanks for the link. They helped. Another, slightly weird question: Is it possible to play (accurately) in the third register on a keyless Irish flute beyond about Em3? (the note, not the entire key, lol)

[@BriAn-kq6ge]

which flute is better for beginners, if it is made of rosewood or cactus wood? Which of the two types is easier to care for

[@wightchemist]

Hi thanks for your video. I'm looking to buy a wooden flute, but I don't really know what to go for. I have played the standard silver concert flute for years but I love the haunting sound of the wooden flutes. Also I'd like to buy an antique one. Is there any advice you could give me? What to avoid, names of good histoical makers? Thanks.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, Glad you liked the video. I'm not sure what to suggest as the quality of instruments vary considerably.

[@Galleitch]

Antique flutes are lovely, but they do add an extra layer of uncertainty unless you get them from a source that can really stand behind them, and this is expensive. My thought - as a beginner myself - is that the best route in is with one of the excellent "budget" flutes - Hammy Hamilton's "practice" flute, or slightly more expensive but better looking M&E six hole flute. As a "transferee" you'll be learning a new style of embouchure and tone, and you are probably better off learning that before dropping a large sum of money on something precious before you learn what works for you in this style. A minor point if you do go looking at antique instruments is to remember that many are not built to play at A=440 and many that can do so only manage it by compromise.

[@tomgreene6579]

You could buy a good wooden keyed instrument ...maybe an older Radcliff ( Listen to Paddy Carty play one on utube)...watch for tuning.

[@hartleymartin]

You can get Irish flutes like this made new. Mullan Flutes makes a keyless version for a very reasonable price. Most traditional Celtic music does not call for use of keys, though you will need a few notes obtained by cross-fingering.

[@matthewmoser4193]

I just started yesterday, I am finding that on the lower notes I am in an octave higher than the low D. Is there a suggestion as to how to control the air flow to ensure I am not putting too much air in the flute?

[@waaadeeeeeheeeell]

thanks 👍

[@ancytitus]

Hey I just wanna know how to cover the holes right or how to make that go old sound Thanks

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, have you followed the instruction on the video? What you're attempting is not 'easy' to do, you have to practice.

[@Mulberry2000]

Great video but what books to get with audo, i cannot find any?

[@carlacardoni456]

hi, I recently bought a zeigler system flute, I would like to know where I can find the pads to replace and the positions to play it thanks

[@edwardvidalesjr3866]

My flute has 5 sections, don't know if it makes a difference. Would you please show holding the flute from a front-end view. I'm having trouble reaching the 3rd hole with the left ring finger.

[@kenkoellner9421]

I wish the talking on the audio was louder.

[@gloriefaulkner8121]

I was wondering where I would get a good beginner Irish flute at?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Glorie, We always recommend martindoyleflutes.com as the offer the best value for money in terms of ease of play and tone. There are cheaper options though, let me know if you need more info.

[@fleur002]

Hi! I have Abrsm grade 8 in recorder (treble, keg of f and descant, key of c). Do you think it will be fairly easy for me to learn Irish flute or hard to adjust from my current training? Would love any advice. Thanks, Flo x

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Flo, apologies for this delayed reply. The big difference is embouchure. It does take a while to get the pitch and tone of the notes clear. It's a beautiful instrument and well worth giving a good go . Do you have a flute?

[@tomgreene6579]

The fingering is different and the embouchure...try and develop a loose embouchure that has some flexibility otherwise tone colour between and within your octaves may be limited. Watch this lady carefully produce the first sound and see her lip movement on the first note as the sound tapers...practice this daily and often , starting with the headjoint alone...long notes tapered ...soft ..loud ...soft....best of luck!

[@masterwebbe3683]

This video has corrected some problems I've had for many years of playing. I pretty much gave up on the flute in favour of the penny whistle. Main problem was using the tongue hold the bottom lip against the flute. That meant I could not define my notes as well as I would like. I used the back of the tongue to define the notes and it kind of worked but not always. very interesting about the 'turning in' too. I had always wondered about doing that. I do have one question though. I don't use the keys at all but the one key right at the bottom is right where I wold put my little finger which I tend to put on the bridge of the key. Any suggestions how else I might avoid that key without butchering the flute?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Master Webbe - Is your flute a 3 piece instrument? If so, you should be able to turn the foot piece so that the key is not in the way of the pinky. I also find it obstructive and unless I need to use it in a tune, I have it turned away.

[@masterwebbe3683]

irishmusicacademy Thanks for the reply. Mine is a George Ormiston 'D' flute in three parts. I'll trying turning it a little further away. I never use it and it does affect handling. I'll watch your other videos. Is there a good jig/reel generic backing track that can be adjusted for speed somewhere? A fairly simple beat would do. I tend to play trickier parts a little quicker when learning and it affects the overall sound.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Those backing tracks are on the way!! Follow us on Facebook or become an OAIM member to receive all the latest news! oaim.ie/component/user/?task=register#content facebook.com/LearnIrishMusic

[@masterwebbe3683]

Thanks for the reply. I'm looking forward to the backing tracks and I think others will too. I'm too shy to play in public but I'm continually told I should do so. I once sat in at the back of a session and played along in obscurity. They heard/spotted me and they stopped playing so I was playing solo for a few seconds before my self consciousness dried up the breath. Sounds pathetic I know. I can play about thirty jigs and reels now but lack the experience of playing with others. Thanks for helping.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

No worries .. Where do you live? Are there any teaching festivals locally? If not, come to Co. Clare .. There are many open sessions where beginners find their feet .. We run some Irish music holidays, which offer an ideal opportunity to play with others and gain confidence in a session setting etc .. Check out the site here - www.irishmusicholidays.com/

[@malwinawozniak7422]

what company is the flute, what model is it, what material the flute is made of, does it have the same number of holes as the transverse flute? Is this also a transverse flute or does this instrument have a different name?

[@72secondprize]

Good lesson, thank you. I can play the classical western flute. I bought a traditional Irish flute for some diversity. I cannot, no matter what I try, get a sound out of it. If I play just the head joint and cover the end with my hand I get a nice enough sound. When I assemble the whole thing and blow, I get nothing. Is it my flute? Is the embouchure very different from classical silver flute? Am I supporting my airflow badly? All the best! Xx

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, it's most likely the flute. Where did you get it from? Who made it?

[@friendlybanjoatheist5464]

Thank you!!!!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, You're welcome! How is your tone coming along?

[@eimearhurley8175]

Today i bought a practice plastic flute and I'm not getting any sound. It just sounds like I'm blowing into a straw. Help

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Eimer, Where did you get the flute from? Getting a tone is difficult at first. Have you been following and repeating the instruction in the video?

[@Smashou]

Hi, at 00:52 I don't understand who have make the flute Steph is playing in this video. A little help? :)

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, It's a Grinter.

[@Smashou]

Thanks! :)

[@THEFINALHAZARD]

I've been playing winds for awhile, and I got a TOny Dixon Polymer flute. I've been following this, and I'm unfortunately about ready to throw the damned thing out the window into the street for all I care. I've tried every position short of standing on my head, and I get consistent wrist pains on my left hand, and I can't make the upper octave sound right at all, it's like the lower octave is bleeding in, and it can't decide whether it wants the 1st or 2nd octave.

[@timmypeko]

If you're looking at selling your flute, do let me know. I'm just starting out and in the market for a used polymer Dixon!

[@THEFINALHAZARD]

Appreciate it, however unfortunately you're about ten months too late, there.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, Apologies for missing this message. We usually get back to people within a day or two so I'm not sure how we missed this one, sorry. Kirsten

[@YashRaj-km2lr]

can Irish music be played on Indian bansuri(bamboo flute)?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

+Yash Raj Hi, yes, Irish music is taught by ear so you could try getting some simple tunes by ear. Otherwise you could check out this thread - forums.chiffandfipple.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=100011&view=previous

[@carollawson2837]

How to line up the holes? Is the breath hole supposed to be in line with the other holes or turned a bit?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

You would turn it so it's comfortable. How's your tone coming on?

[@carollawson2837]

Tone is coming along alright. I have a hard time with fingering and finally figured out that I can reach the holes better when I lower my left wrist. I haven't started with the right hand yet.@@onlineacademyofirishmusic

[@akpiggymasterz3248]

How do you make sound through the massive flute I can only do the head joint please help me

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Follow the tutorial and practice !

[@Ticlano]

My tone goes weaker, as I try to go for the lower notes. Could someone help with this?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Did you check out the course content on the OAIM website. The first six lessons are free and It looks like lesson 5 covers that - oaim.ie/flute-basics

[@1015SaturdayNight]

What do classes coat once the trial is over?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

It's €19 per month for access to the whole site - member.oaim.ie/free-trial/

[@byonty886]

i would love to learn to play the irish flute, do you might know a place where to buy it? i never saw an irish flute where i live so i ight just actually buy one online 🤨

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Most people start on a $10 tin whistle in D, have you been playing the whistle? The fingering is the same as flute so all the skills are transferrable, especially at the start. We always recommend Martin Doyle Flutes

[@buddycollier5056]

How does the Irish Flute differ from the traverso?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Buddy, Irish flutes are traverse flutes. Do you play flute?

[@buddycollier5056]

Online Academy of Irish Music Yes, I have been playing for approximately four years now. I picked up the instrument later in life after teaching music for many years. My music reading skills are fine. It was learning the embouchure that challenged me. The other day an acquaintance came by the house and brought an Irish flute for me to try. I noticed that the foot joint narrowed more than my two traversos (traversi?) do. The Aperture was similar. Her flute projected it’s sound with more energy and it was easier to overblown into the next harmonic. My traverso has an E-flat key and her Irish Flute did not. I thought mine was a bit more mellow sounding...the word warbling comes to mind.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Embouchure is hard to get right. It takes years of practice to play perfectly in tune. What was the make of your friends flute?

[@kevinsolgaard1]

I really would like the name of the intro song! :)

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

That's the Ashplant :)

[@kevinsolgaard1]

Online Academy of Irish Music is the full version of this somewhere, like spotify? I've heard a few different versions of the ashplant now, but this one is good!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

You could get in touch with OAIM Tutor Thomas Johnston. Here is a slightly longer version .. This really takes me back :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHyup2V-fa2sppI

[@prithwin]

I have an experiment in mind, what happens if you mix indian flute with the irish one?:)

[@EzyoMusic]

You get a mixed race flute! :D

[@Kitiwake]

You get the Irish Taoiiseach...and he's some flute!

[@natanoj16]

Just got my flute. I play a bunch of different whistles and flutes, but this is the first I have had that is hold across. So I was wondering if I am holding it wrong as my left thumb starts hurting after just a few min of playing.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Jonatan, I'm not sure, this is the type of question you can ask on the OAIM forum www.oaim.ie

[@chavahfried569]

Who did you get your ute from? Can you reccomend a dealer?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

We always recommend Martin Doyle flutes for beginners. Steph is playing a Grinter here. There are other options. What is your budget?

[@Kyledeacs04]

Can you still follow this if you have a keyed flute? Or is the technique different? 😊🎶

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Kyle, You can follow this is you have a keyed flute or keyless flute - www.oaim.ie/flute/flute-basics/

[@Kyledeacs04]

Thank you! 😊🎶

[@deaconsmom2000]

Ooh! My first run at a keyless flute - one question: do you use your ring finger or pinky to cover the hole for the low G?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, You would use your ring finger for that :)

[@Ubertubermeister]

I am struggling with whether or not the right "ring" finger can or cannot (should or should not) be held down on bottom hole during G, A, B, C, to support flute . I see some who will always and only use the right pinky (not on a hole) for right hand support. I have been playing with ring finger on bottom hole for support. I see some players doing this and others not. What's a player to do???

[@jacebeleren1703]

I would say, use your pinkie instead. That way, when/if you get a keyed flute, it will rest on the Eb key, as it should.

[@SeraphimCramer]

What difference does it make to have keys on a flute?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

It means that you can play in a different key. For beginners the keys are not necessary..

[@mrrick2315]

Hi, i have a question here, after been play the irish flute for 3 month, i still wondering should i switch to the hand form like yours? cause i am using the pipers grip right now (i played low whistle for 2 years ) hope you can answer my question haha, this has been troubled me for weeks...

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

The only time you would want to change is when you have a fully keyed flute. At that stage you will need to change it to make full use of the keys. What type of flute are you playing?

[@mrrick2315]

Thanks for the quick reply! i m playing on a keyless 6 holes 3-pieces irish flute, idk should i change it or just use the pipers grip @@onlineacademyofirishmusic

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hey Duke, you're welcome ! Don't hesitate to ask any further questions here :)

[@mrrick2315]

Cool! i switched my handform 4days ago and i am feeling great, the sound from my flute just getting rounder and fatter@@onlineacademyofirishmusic

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hey Duke, delighted to hear it. How long do you expect to be working on your flute tone?

[@NamaskarShanti]

When is it necessary to replace the cork in a flute? Does it wear down? The cork in my flute ( near where I blow) seems to have weathered a bit and Im wondering if it interferes with the tone? I have no idea on how to replace it or if it needs replacement. Appreciate your thoughts. Thanks :)

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Kevin, You need to do that when the seal has gone and the head is too loose. I'm not sure how to do it.

[@RyanCamaratta]

I'd like to play ITM, but I'm looking at buying a wooden six-hole fife as most Irish flutes are out of my price range. Do I need a fife in D? I wasn't sure if a D Irish flute and a D fife were the same 'D' so to speak. Also, I've seen D fifes listed as low D, high D, and just D; which would I choose for something similar in sound to the Irish flute in D, or am I after a fife in a different key altogether?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Ryan, search around for a cheap Delrim Polymer Irish flute in D. You should be able to get one for a few hundred. Fife's are much shorter so I'm presuming higher in pitch?

[@bee-of2we]

Hey I'm wondering where I might be able to get a flute like this? I don't reallt have a lot of money to spare, but do you know if cheap brands like Glenluce are any good?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, Try martindoyleflutes.com - or look for a delrin polymer plastic one.

[@victorcarribe6103]

hi love ur teaching but can u show me the fingering chart please noone wants to show me why is it private?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Victor, the fingering chart is the same as on a tin whistle in D.

[@PKFYeung]

Can you tell where to buy the flute? If order by post.

[@benmartin4540]

Good beginner flute? Authentically Irish made? M&E flutes, amongst others obviously. I also have a Copley and Boegli. Quality also. Check out the irish flute store online; chiff and fipple forums too!

[@martinlaird4738]

I would highly recommend Damian Thompson, he makes fantastic flutes in Delrin for a reasonable price! I play his

[@core_hobo2622]

i find that whenever i hold down all the holes and blow correctly it makes no tone, i bough my irish flute of ebay for 60 bucks and it had good reveiws, i also play classical flute and have no trouble with the embouchure on there and i want to believe im doing something wrong and that its not the flute but idk, plz help

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

It sounds like the flute

[@simplysweet2087]

How do you get a definite sound? I'm blowing hard but when I blow it's half tune and half wind. Does it just take practise or is there something I'm missing?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Follow the on screen instructions and keep practicing.

[@tomgreene6579]

Get a good teacher ..if you can..

[@BriAn-kq6ge]

eight holes on a flute - does this mean deep h and deep a?

[@smileymusic4716]

Hi Teacher, I would like to ask if do you have or when i can find a book which is only exclusive for irish Flutes, like violin they do have suzuki violin book, pls give an advise thank you so much.

[@jcortese3300]

There is a really good, very exhaustive book by Grey Larsen called "The Essential Guide to Irish Flute and Tin Whistle" that you'll enjoy.

[@TheCampshade]

What brand is your flute?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Bunny, Steph's flute is a Michael Grinter RIP

[@poetaiberico]

what the name is this flaute ? id like , but dont have in my coutry Brazil . thanks

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

It's a wooden flute in D.

[@Roccendil]

Who is playing in the intro? I'd love to get that track..

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, That's OAIM Thomas Johnston playing the Ashplant. Look him up on facebook - facebook.com/thomasjosephjohnston - you are not the first to ask :)

[@tinaartzer4516]

I really need help I can't make any sound!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Jayden, What type of flute are you playing?

[@tinaartzer4516]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic a keyless flute

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Jayden, some flutes are impossible to play especially if they're sourced from Pakistan or E. Europe. Who made your flute?

[@TheBluegrassbear]

do I need a D flute? If not, what do I need please

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Mary, Yes, you need a flute in D. Do you need help buying one?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

We always recommend Martin Doyle flutes for beginners. They are by far the best value for money wooden flutes on the market. If that's too expensive buy a good delrin one. Avoid cheap flutes from Pakistan / Eastern Europe as these are impossible to play. Hope this helps, Kirsten :)

[@ogfeen]

Who is the flute maker?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, The maker is Michael Grinter. Have you got a flute at the moment?

[@ogfeen]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic dont have one atm but looking for a maker, ideally in the NE region of Ireland.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

We always recommend Martin Doyle Flutes.

[@benmartin4540]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic Shame about Michael. Condolences to his family and friends.

[@trustymcoolguy]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic i have been looking for a good flute maker thanks.

[@bobbyboydeke1]

Hi, Nice Video, On your right hand do you cover holes with 1st joint finger pads or second joint pads, I get better sound with 1st joint ,but using the second joint may help with speed and ornaments, and tone may improve over time Do you think it's worth investing the time to use the second joint pads? Thanks Much

[@t.christie9207]

are irish flute notes same as bagpipes?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Diane, I'm not 100% sure about your question. Are you referring to the fingering? If so, it's not the same.. Let me know if that answers your question. Kirsten :)

[@GamingKarbon]

Is anyone familiar with Tony Dixon's flutes? I saw the low price point and if it's worth it since it's that cheap

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Are you referring to the Delrin flutes he makes?

[@GamingKarbon]

Online Academy of Irish Music Yes, I wasn't sure if that was a scam or if they're worth it for a starter instrument

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

That should work out fine.

[@ShaneMcFerran_]

What keyed flute is that?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Shane, That's a fully keyed Mike Grinter RIP

[@marquisdecarabas8954]

I haven't really been able to track down any Irish Flutes for a decent price. It looks like most are either PVC pipe flutes or extreme high end flutes. Are PVC pipes good? Are there any cheap alternatives? I don't want to lay down serious cash for something that I might not continue pursuing for the rest of my life.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Marquis, There are three options for starting off - 1, Practice Flute ~€80 www.hamiltonflutes.com/Practice_Flutes.html 2, Polymer flute ~€300 good thread here - thesession.org/discussions/21987 3, Martin Doyle Wooden flute ~€600 martindoyleflutes.com/ I hope this helps and please would you let us know how you get along with whatever you buy :)

[@neo_varna]

how much does it cost?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

$19 p.m. for unlimited 24/7 access to over 700 Irish music lessons from 28 renowned Irish music performers. Check out the site - www.OAIM.ie

[@nateothompson1320]

i cant sustain my air. help!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Nateo, I'd suggest taking the course - www.oaim.ie/flute/flute-basics/

[@Melvorgazh]

I tried to write to the guitar teachers, but got know answer.Aon e-mail ar bith?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, Did you try to contact OAIM? Our email is [e-mail]

[@The_Gallowglass]

Finding it difficult. Dunno if its 'cause of my beard. I end up whistling with my mouth a lot of the time. Hard to get a note.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

It takes time, keep practicing.

[@The_Gallowglass]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic I think it's the flute.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

What flute are you playing?

[@jenneilwilliams6941]

Yan

[@EdificeofEchoes]

she is gorgeous

[@aussie_hat7434]

I keep accidentally whistling when I try to play...help.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Luc, Are you making sure you have the correct position of your lips? Could it be condensation in your flute? Do you clean it after playing each time?

[@Neo-mw1pp]

No matter what i try i cant get a sound out of mine, ive been sold a dud 😫

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Neo, what a nightmare. Where did you get the flute and what type is it?

[@Neo-mw1pp]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic It's a new Dixon D flute bought in a music shop...cheapy beginners one, i just gotta keep practicing i guess!

[@Neo-mw1pp]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic Ok seems like I have been sold a dud! Just read on your website to stay away from cheap flutes in chain-shops and online because they are very hard to play even for professionals! 🤦‍♂ Ahh well 😢

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Neo, How long have you been trying. The Dixon polymer flutes have a decent rep ...

[@Neo-mw1pp]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic Really!? I gave up after ten minutes! 🤣 Ill go back to it though! Thanks 👌 I'm having a blast on the new Low D now! 🍺☘💚🤣

[@ct4883]

The sound is muffled and too low to hear.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Camille, Apologies for this trouble. Is there any other device you can view the lesson on?

[@ct4883]

I'll try it on my phone. Thanks for the reply!

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Camille, The audio is much better on the website - www.oaim.ie

[@Snackay]

Lovely woman.

[@dawni1861]

Can barely hear you

[@mosco2587]

beautiful eyes!!!

[@MrBattmellamy]

She is beautiful

[@katelynnlemke5793]

I play the alto sax but the Irish flute caught my attention, can I play the Irish flute if I've never played the basic flute If u think it's a good idea do u have any recommendations of where to get one and can u get a good one online

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Katelynn, It's a great idea! And Steph plays sax as well haha. We always recommend Martin Doyle Flutes, you can google him. Best value for money on the market in terms of ease of play and tone quality. Mention OAIM sent you if you order from him please and let us know how you get along :)

[@katelynnlemke5793]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic thank you! I'll certainly be looking into some flutes, but one more question (sorry I have a tendency to ask a lot of questions) would it be better or easier if I started off with a normal flute and then and Irish flute?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

It's fine to start on a wooden flute and you would gain zero advantage by starting on a silver one. They are quite different to play. Wooden flutes are the original instruments with the silver being developed only in the last century.

[@katelynnlemke5793]

@@onlineacademyofirishmusic thank you! This has been such a great help! 🥰🥰🥰

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Glad to help! Ask us any questions :)

[@BriAn-kq6ge]

which flute is better for beginners, if it is made of rosewood or cactus wood? Which of the two types is easier to care for?

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Lot's of info here - www.oaim.ie/flute/flute-basics/

[@PKFYeung]

Can you tell where to buy the flute? If order by post.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi Peter, There are many choices when buying a flute, that depend on many factors. If you're a beginner, I wouldn't go straight for the Grinter. Steph's flute probably cost €5K+.. There are great beginner options from ~ €400+. Let me know if you want more info and at what level you are playing and I'll put something together. I'm sure most makers post their flutes.

[@onlineacademyofirishmusic]

Hi, I would suggest contacting Martin Doyle - www.martindoyleflutes.com/ He makes brilliant, easy to play, flutes for a great price. Please let us know how you get along that.