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The engraving looks like it is laser etched and that is generally an indicator that it is not a genuine Azumi.

Welcome to the forum! You'll find there are are few of us here who play more than just the flute. I too, started on Sax and later added clarinet and flute. After 8 years of private study on the flute with a local symphony flutist, I'm as strong or stronger on flute than I am on sax. I would urge you...

Yes, 3rd octave F# is one of those notes that needs a bit more attention. It tends not to speak as easily as 3rd octave F or G. Just put in your ear plugs and play long tones using that F#. Play F-F#, F#-G, G-F#, F#-F, etc. Hold each note for maybe 4 counts. As you play each, strive to make them all...

Most likely, you don't quite have the right hand position yet. The "trick" is learning the three points that allow you to properly balance the flute on C#. The three balance points are: Left Hand - The flute should rest against the pointer finger at the joint and knuckle closest to the hand. Right H...

Chinese instruments have experienced growing pains. Some of the earliest instruments tended to be of very poor quality. As they have matured, their quality has improved. Today, it is somewhat mixed reviews. Some manufacturers have good quality control but others do not. If you are lucky, you might g...

To learn to repair, your best bet is to go to a repair school and complete their prescribed courses. The National Association of Professional Band Instrument Repair Technicians, Inc. (NAPBIRT) has good information about starting to learn band instrument repair. See the link: https://napbirt.org/page...

If you start thinking about having problems with certain notes, it tends to be a self-fulfilling prophesy. To make good progress, you need to make EVERY note your favorite. Yes, certain notes may require more attention and more practice to perfect them, but try to make even more difficult notes soun...

I have no direct, personal experience with any of those professors but I am familiar with some by their name or their college name. Bonita Boyd/Eastman is a great choice. Both she and the school have an excellent reputation. Tadeu Coelho/UNCSFA is also a great choice. Dr. Coelho is one of my favorit...

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I'm fine and enjoying the time to get in some extra practice! Try it, you'll like what happens to your playing!

I am more than just suspicious about your flute. As far as I know, Vincent Bach ONLY manufactures brass instruments. I have never seen or heard of a Vincent Bach International flute (with or without the correct spelling). Most likely you have a counterfeit instrument made in Asia. The incorrect spel...

90 = Armstrong Model 90 Sterling silver body/head flute w/closed holes
8 106 = serial number

Prefix 3 thru 9 was manufactured in 1973

I hope that helps.

Hi and welcome to Fluteland. The Chinese Dizi bamboo flute is a very interesting instrument. To answer your questions: Yes, the embouchure is essentially the same as a concert C flute. You will have to make some small adjustments for the best sound but the transition is pretty easy. The basic finger...

B&H is likely Boosey & Hawkes, a UK music company. After 50 years of sitting idle, your flute likely needs a bit of TLC. Many times, it is easier to replace an older instrument like yours because the repair cost will often exceed the value of the instrument. Your first order of business would be to ...

That piccolo part is fairly busy and with trills to boot. I think for that section, cheating with the pinky is probably OK to do.