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Toot! Toot! Flute

A pre-flute course for young beginners

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Pan - Journal of the British Flute Society

Pan - Journal of the British Flute Society

This review first appeared in Pan, the journal of the British Flute Society and is reproduced with permission. Join the BFS: membership starts from £25 a year.

Toot! Toot! Flute–A pre-flute course for young beginners is an excellent resource for budding musicians embarking on their flute journey. Geared towards beginners, this tutor book offers a plethora of engaging features to facilitate learning. One of the standout qualities of this book is its accessibility. The explanations are straightforward, making it easy for young learners to grasp fundamental concepts. Alongside this, the incorporation of games and mini challenges adds an element of fun to the learning process, and the association of rhythm with colourful illustrations and fruit imagery aids in memory retention, making learning more enjoyable and effective.

Toot! Toot! Flute covers a wide range of topics essential for beginner flute players, including rhythm, breathing, articulation, reading music, posture, dynamics and more. The gradual progression of difficulty in songs and inclusion of duets ensure that learners are continually challenged and engaged, and keeps young musicians entertained and motivated. Another commendable aspect of this tutor book is its encouragement of creativity in the form of writing rhythms and songs, fostering artistic expression and musical exploration. The use of solfège adds diversity to teaching methods, catering to different learning styles. While designed to be used with a teacher, Toot! Toot! Flute also provides exercises for independent practice, along with reminders throughout the book, such as tonguing technique, that serve as helpful prompts for learners to reinforce key concepts. This versatility makes it suitable for both classroom instruction and individual study.

Overall, Toot! Toot! Flute is a highly recommended resource for young beginners. With its engaging approach, comprehensive content, and emphasis on simplicity and creativity, it sets a solid foundation for aspiring flautists to develop their skills and passion for music.

Sophie Hooper

From the Publisher

Toot! Toot! Flute is a new fun and engaging pre-flute course for young beginners.

This course is designed to establish key musical concepts in a method that is accessible for small children.

Pupils journey through a variety of exercises, from games to aural and written activities, including traditional songs and original songs written by the author.

This book is designed to be used with younger flautists and for this reason all material is intended to be used with fife or recorder.

Item Details

Instrumentation

  • Part 1: Flute
Category: Flute Tutor Books
Publisher: Independent
Publisher's reference: 9780646854861
Our Stock Code: 1603873
Media Type: Paperback