Robert Dick and Greg Pattillo Video

Here’s a link to a really cool video I just came across on youtube of Robert Dick and Greg Pattillo improvising.  I thought it would be appropriate since we have Eric Lamb’s clinic on extended technique coming up.  Check it out!

1949 Philadelphia Orchestra

This video from 1949 shows Eugene Ormandy conducting the Philadelphia Orchestra.  The flutist playing is William Kincaid, who was my teacher’s teacher.  Video here As I was watching the video, it struck me that Ormandy addressed the orchestra, saying...

Product Spotlight: Thumbport

One of our best selling products in the Flute Shop is the Thumbport.  This device is meant to help with the balance and stability of the flute and therefore isn’t merely a training device for young students.  It has become very popular with amateurs and...

Options: High E Helpers

When you are looking at buying a new flute, there are a couple of options that can help with the 3rd octave E.  The first is the split E mechanism.  The split E separates the action of the upper and lower G keys, allowing the lower G key to close when high E is...

Misconception: Using Cork Grease on your Flute

I have often had confused customers coming in to IFS looking for cork grease for their flute.  And I end up confusing them even more when I tell them it isn’t recommended!  Cork grease is meant for….you guessed it, corks!  And modern flutes do not...