Flute Embouchure Flashcards
0
Q
No tone rushing air. What are the three remedies?
A
- blow more into hole
- place more lip over hole
- more “Whee”
1
Q
No tone, rushing air. What are the three causes?
A
- air is going across hole
- lower lip not on hole
- corners of lips not pulled together
2
Q
Some sound, mostly air. What are the two causes?
A
- “splitting” the tone
- too large of an opening in lips
3
Q
Some sound, mostly air. What are the two solutions?
A
- lower chin, blow down
- more “oo” needed
4
Q
“Whoof” sound. What is the cause?
A
- no tongue being used
5
Q
“Whoof” sound. What is the remedy?
A
- emphasize “too”
6
Q
“Thu” sound. What is the cause?
A
- tongue going between teeth and/or lips
7
Q
“Thu” sound. What is the remedy?
A
- more “too” required
8
Q
High-pitched “whistle”. What are the two causes?
A
- too much air
- head joint rolled out too far
9
Q
High-pitched “whistle”. What are the two remedies?
A
- blow less hard
- turn head joint in
10
Q
Flat pitch. What are the two causes?
A
- rolled in too far
- hole covered too much
11
Q
Flat pitch. What are the two remedies?
A
- roll out
- cover less hole
