F# fingering

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sigcarlo
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F# fingering

Post by sigcarlo »

Hello: I would like to know if is incorrect (always) to use the E
key instead of the D key to play an F# Thanks Carlo

damjan
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F# fingering

Post by damjan »

E is only used for trills from E to F# (holding E and trilling F).
Otherwise it produces a lower quality of sound for F# than fingering with D and
for that reason, it is not used as a regular fingering for F#. I suggest that
you practice learning it correctly, even if it is harder at first, it will
produce a better result in the long run. All the best.
Damjan, --- Fluteland.com Teacher

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