Strong Air, Steady Tone

Breathing

🌬️Private Lesson Student
5 minutesBeginner to Intermediate

Materials Needed

  • Assembled flute

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Stand tall and take a deep belly breath.

  2. 2

    Play a low-register note like low D or low C.

  3. 3

    Focus on sending a strong, warm stream of air into the flute.

  4. 4

    Keep your throat open and relaxed — imagine fogging a mirror.

  5. 5

    Hold the note and try to keep the volume steady from start to finish.

  6. 6

    Repeat with 3 different low notes.

  7. 7

    Notice how your air support affects the quality of your sound.

Practice Goal

Produce a full, steady tone in the low register using strong air support.

Encouragement from Ms. Michelle

"Strong air is the secret to a beautiful flute tone. The more you practice this, the richer your sound will become."