The Self-Taught Flute Player: A Guide for Unlocking Flute-Playing Techniques - Louise Lawrence

\nLearning the flute? \nThis guide is a rescue package offering an original and highly effective visual approach to mastering the basics of flute technique. Ideal for the self-taught flute player.\n \n How can I make a stronger sound?\n \n How can I make my breath last longer?\n \n How can I improve my coordination?\n \nThese commonly asked questions and many more are expertly considered - first understand the issue, then learn quickly how best to overcome it. You will learn the basics of correct technique: \n \nHow to create a beautiful warm tone - control of mouth and breath. \n \nHow to maximise your breathing capacity - control of the diaphragm\n \nHow to find a comfortable posture - control of the body. \n \nHow to achieve a fluid technique - control of hands and fingers.\n \n \n\n \nNo more reading long dense texts - \n \n \n\n \nVisualisation is used to introduce new concepts so that you can just get on and play. Learn how to harness your brain and you will: fast track co-ordination skills, practice more effectively, read more fluently. \n \nLouise Lawrence is a freelance woodwind musician and teacher of over thirty years' experience. She takes a psychological approach to overcoming hurdles that limit playing potential. Her instructive style is warm, light and highly accessible. Learning on your own is a lonely experience and, without a witness to your endeavours, it is all too easy to unknowingly acquire habits that are difficult to unlearn. \n \nThis friendly little book will cost you a fraction of one music lesson. Pop it on your music stand. It will be there for you when you practice your touchstone to dip into when you pause for breath. \n