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How Do I Lower My Octave On Flute?
Ok, so I just started flute, and every time I blow into the emboucher hole, it either sounds like wind (not quite, but similar, more scratchy and ugly), or a really high octave. How can I lower my octave, and any tips for the first problem?
2 Answers
- 10 years agoFavorite Answer
Relax you mouth muscles and blow down rather than up. The quality of the sound of the flute could also depend on the make, or else you could just be playing a really high note.
- 10 years ago
1. If you don't have a teacher, get one. That way, you don't have to ask people on the internet. Not that I mind answering, but it would save you some time.
2. Slow down the air. Faster air = higher octave.
3. Loosen your embouchure. Tighter embouchure = higher notes.
4. Blow warm air (which may or may not make sense). Warmer air = lower notes.
5. Not sure if you're doing this already, but until you learn to make a good, clear tone, just play on the head joint. That way, it's easier to tell if your tone is bad, or if your just not using the correct fingering.
