Flutes


Boehm’s original design was in fact a closed-hole instrument, but the players of the day, who were accustomed to playing flutes which were little more than wooden tubes with holes drilled in them, felt uncomfortable with the new design and wanted the familiarity of feeling holes under their fingers.

There are several benefits to playing open-holed flutes, especially the ability they give a player to feel the airstream vibrating under their fingers, confirming to them that they’re producing a full and resonant sound. The holes also ensure that the player’s fingers are curved and positioned correctly over the corresponding keys, thereby eliminating poor technique.

Thomann FL-200C Flute

Flute Curved and straight headjoint, Silver-plated, E Mechanism, Closed keys, Offset G, Case (included)
159 £ 166 £ - item no. 163467

Instruments

BARRINGTON 229SP Student

The Barrington 229SP Student Flutes are crafted under extreme care and represent one of our best values for the student (...)

YAMAHA YFL-221


Durable design and an excellent tone make this the perfect entry level flute.

YAMAHA YFL-211

Durable design and an excellent tone make this the perfect entry level flute with E mechanism.

YAMAHA YFL-261


Open hole keys give this standard model flute a professional look and feel.