Flute Lesson 1: Forming an Embouchure

What is the name of the flute part that has no keys and one hole?

• Footjoint

• Body

• Headjoint

• Tone hole

What is the first step to making a sound on the flute headjoint?

• Blow air into the hole.

• Close your mouth like saying "M".

• Place the tone hole to your lips.

• Roll the headjoint away from you.

What is the second step in making a sound on the flute headjoint?

• Blow a steady stream of air.

• Roll the headjoint out and away.

• Place the tone hole up to your lips.

• Close your mouth like saying "P".

How should you blow air to make a sound on the flute headjoint?

• Blow air into the hole.

• Blow air across the hole.

• Blow air from the side of your mouth.

• Blow air with a sharp, short burst.

If you are not getting a sound, what is a recommended technique to try while blowing air?

• Roll the headjoint in and out.

• Blow harder into the hole.

• Cover the open end of the headjoint.

• Adjust the position of your tongue.