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Learn how to play the Irish flute - free video.
There are 16 videos in this series:
Learn about the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to hold the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to make a note with the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to position your mouth on the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to play a tune on the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn Irish flute breathing techniques with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn hand articulation for playing the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to lift your fingers rhythmically to play the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn syncopation with the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to cut when playing the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to roll, a definitive part of Irish music with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to use musical ornaments for variations in Irish flute playing with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to do the cran musical ornament in Irish flute playing with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn the tonguing musical ornament in Irish flute playing with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to combine musical ornaments in Irish flute playing with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Learn how to play tunes that are out of the range of the Irish flute with expert music training tips in this free online instrument instruction video clip.
Irish Flutes are simple system, cone bore flutes that are generally of wooden construction; however, they are sometimes made of composite materials. The wooden design and cone bore create a sound rich in overtones, perfect for traditional Irish music. The shape of the Irish Flute is cylindrical with a taper from the embouchure to the foot and open finger holes along the body of the flute. The open finger hole design allows the flute player to employ Irish Flute musical ornaments such as cutting, rolling, and the cran. If you would like to learn how to play the Irish Flute get free instructions online from one of our experts.
In this free video series learn how to play the Irish Flute from professional Irish Flute player David Cantieni. Watch these videos to learn how to hold the Irish Flute, how to play a note, how to play a tune, how to use use your breath while playing the flute. Learn also hand articulation, synchopation, cuts, and rolls with the Irish Flute, and how to combine musical ornaments.
This series is an Equilibrio Films production.
David Cantieni Primarily playing Irish style wooden flute, but also known for his performances on the Breton bombard, oboe, sax, and whistle he has been making people dance to his music for more than two decades. David switched to playing traditional dance music from Bach and Stravinsky on oboe (music which he still adores) after developing a passion for the traditional New England dance- contra dancing. The love of music and dance infuses all of David’s many activities which might include performing with the well known bands Swallowtail and Wild Asparagus as well as teaching music at various music and dance camps or at home in Massachusets. dkdk
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