PRACTICE SECRETS PART I |

[@annaclingan2894]

Hey, I am wondering if you could make a video for young musicians in high school, who don't really know what we should practice right now if we want to become a professional musician. Thanks!!!

[@katieflute]

Hi Anna!! That is a great idea! I will add it to my list of video ideas :)

[@annaclingan2894]

Thank you so much!!!

[@kiaraeijo]

I also prefer to use a metronome/tuner! My first middle school band director use to say "If you fail to prepare, you're preparing to fail" It would be cool if you did a video on performance anxiety😃

[@craftingtake2]

Really helpful! Not just for flute players but for all musicians.

[@katieflute]

Hi guys!! FINALLY my first video in my new #flutelyfe series is up! Thank you for bearing with me!

[@jacci_sulueti]

would you possibly be able to do a video about how to overcome performance anxiety? Awesoe video by the way!!! I just finished my practise using your helpful tips ^ I really felt like I accomplished something in my session, thank you Katie!.

[@katieflute]

Hi Jacci! Yes I am adding that idea to my list! I am so thrilled that you were able to use this practice tip and that it was successful for you! :D Thank YOU for watching!

[@bobdownes162]

Sit down moments before you go on Stage. Close one of your nostrils and breath slowly in with the other nostril. Then close that nostril and breath out with the other. Then breath in with that one .. and continue in this manner. Do it say - 6 times. You should be more relaxed after this. I always got some of my musicians to do this before going on Stage.

[@Santiago_Scruzzi_Diefenthaler]

Hi!!! I'm a violinist and I found your channel this week and I'm in love with. This video about studying is very interesting, PLEASE make a part II, III, IV, V and thousands more haha!! It's really useful although I play the violin. It would be nice to see a video on Jeremias in this topic too. Congratulations!

[@gabriellacomes1019]

Finish the practice series! This one was really good!

[@Gracie-cr9zi]

Im not even a flute player but..still love watching her

[@heidifluteatl]

I have my new planner and I'm ready to go on a new way of practicing.

[@j_rodriguez]

Hey Katie! I’m a trumpet player but this video was still helpful 😄

[@flute4ever212]

So inspiring! Thank you for your great advices and your love to this awesome instrument! Katie, your channel encouraged me to start my own flute practice channel! Keep going! 😃🥳🎶

[@annieellis5232]

I'm so excited for the rest of these videos!! This is fantastic, thanks!

[@katieflute]

So glad to hear that, Annie!! Thanks for watching :)

[@lenac7883]

Hi Katie! Thank you so so much for this video! It was very helpful!

[@kirstiebrown3177]

Would love to hear your technique schedule. I struggle a lot with working on technique and never feel like I'm accomplishing a whole lot... I think I just need more of a plan and structure to my practice for this but would be awesome to hear what you have to say since I'm currently without a teacher for the time being.

[@ClaireHoldich]

Hi Katie, I've followed you on instagram for a while and I love that you're now expanding what you're doing here on youtube! As you suggest in this video, I would love it if you could talk us through your technique regime - I'm always looking for different ways of tackling this! Keepup the great work! Claire :)

[@glenyskwong7300]

Hi Katie , thank you for making this video ,it is so helpful and your tone is beautiful.Therefore,I am wondering if you could make a video about how to practice different tone color for the high note .

[@brunomayoria6322]

Really enjoy the energy and practical approach. Looking forward to the next one!

[@katieflute]

I'm so glad you liked it !! :D

[@sierrakim8903]

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS KATIE! Thanks for the tips, this was super helpful :) I'd love to hear abt some tips to how to deal with performance anxiety. Like you studied at highly competitive institutions.. were you ever discouraged or like mentally exhausted? I am a flutist in 1st yr and watching your vids on youtube and IG inspires me so much! I am looking forward to the next video ❤️

[@katieflute]

Hi Sierra!! SO happy that you found this helpful!!! :D That is a great idea for a video- I will add it to my list! I have most definitely been both discouraged and mentally exhausted! It means so much to me that you are inspired by my videos and Insta! I wish you all the best in your flute studies!!

[@sierrakim8903]

katieflute OMG thank you for replying!

[@KiKitteh]

i'd love to hear your technique studies!! :) have a couple rough spots and they take a long time to get better at

[@katieflute]

I will add it to my list of videos to make! :D

[@sugaudacity]

omg you’ve come so far and I’m a huge fan 💜 love u katie

[@김초미-t3r]

Hi Katie! I'm korean flutist and i really love your flute playing. I like to watch your instagram video or photos. Because when i feel so tired or hard to learing music, i feel better after your playing. Anyway I love this practice series video. Good luck :) And sorry to my bad english ability ㅜㅜ Thank u!!

[@LemonCrush72]

So excited about this series!

[@katieflute]

Aww thank you! I am so glad to hear that :)

[@ip82001]

Love this! Would love to hear your technique regimen!

[@katieflute]

Thanks, Isaiah!!

[@ResilientlyRenee]

Thank you so much for these videos, they're so helpful already! Could you maybe do a video some time on how to perfect tuning on flute or piccolo?

[@heidifluteatl]

I absolutely loved this video. And learned a lot about practicing in the beginning you mentioned that there would be more videos about practicing. I have tried to find them but I'm not having luck. Can you provide a link? Thanks for all you do enjoy the heck out of your videos. Heidi in Atlanta

[@scottquirky]

Hi Katie! LOVED this video! I was wondering if you could possibly do a topic on how to deal/overcome pain when playing flute. I struggle with tendinitis and cubital tunnel syndrome, which is mostly gone, but I would love if you could explain maybe some things to keep in mind or do differently when playing, to avoid pain? Thanks!🙆🏼💅🏼

[@kiaraeijo]

Scott Quirk I would suggest giving yourself five minute breaks during practice sessions and to alleviate hand pain I would suggest soaking your hands with warm water and epsom salt😃Hope this helps

[@scottquirky]

I've never heard of the water and salt! thanks so much!

[@kiaraeijo]

Scott Quirk No problem! I use it when my hands tense up. I don't have tendinitis nor carpal tunnel but I have a lot of tension in my right hand 😃

[@conodayproductions1429]

I slighty have issues with that I like to massage the area at least weekly with lotion.

[@Zoe-tn3ed]

is it possible that you can make the video talking about how you plan for techniques practice? thank you:)

[@emmy.727]

Can you post a video on your technique practice?

[@michaelshelley1289]

I have always wanted to play strings (i play all of the band instruments) but the strings have just eluded me....I just can't do it.....the violin KILLS my shoulder ...very painful, but i think I could do the cello since it sits in front of you....however as expensive as they are ....that's a problem. I have given sax lessons in the past and teaching my husband the clarinet along with a friend....it's so much fun to teach!!! When they get it right it's a thrill for them AND myself!!

[@emilybergevin651]

Wondering about your thoughts on this, which was a quote from Ken Andrews: "If you can play COMPLETELY musically within the confines of a metronome, you have arrived." (caveat: the metronome can be set at 1 beat per measure). This worked SO well for me with the Hanson Serenade.... but what do you think?

[@jonathanfernando7487]

ERES MI AMOR PLATONICO ♥

[@gaylehesser8060]

2020 anyone??

[@oxoelfoxo]

2024!

[@charlybabcock9832]

How to develop vibrato.

[@pmh1nic]

I don't think three hours a day is practical for most working people.

[@haileygallinari3264]

for the regular person, no its not. music majors/music performance, its almost the standard if you wanna get good

[@julierocketqueen6257]

Unlikely that a working adult has 3 hours a day to spare for practice. This video is pretty obviously aimed at professional musicians, people in conservatory/college studying music, or school aged kids who want to get into music conservatory etc.