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I've noticed a thing my tutor has repeatedly told me: improve my embouchure focus but stay "relaxed." Regarding the embouchure, are these two factors potentially in conflict with each other? It seemed to me that his main ideas were 1) maximum control with 2) minimum excess tension. Listening to Sir ...

Haha... actually, my screen name has "~" marks around it because I registered with the wrong email address and had to use a working alternative. I have a Yamaha open-hole flute... not so sure what model it is, but it's covered in silver. I'm actually looking for a good style to play - what would you...

Hi everyone! I'm a male high school senior who has been playing the flute for several years. Just discovered this site today - hopefully I can garner masses of information to improve my playing technique! Looking forward to getting to know you all, etc, and sharing info over the site!