by Erin Nichols | Apr 21, 2015 | Instruments, Shop information
It seems that the countdown to the end of the school year is already on! Before the final concert is played and the end of the year madness begins, I thought I would take a little bit of time to go over one of the main purposes of the Indy Flute Shop, and how current...
by Erin Nichols | Apr 14, 2015 | Instruments
This week, I thought I would address an item on which I get a lot of questions: pad cleaning paper. Paige’s and the Indy Flute Shop carries several varieties of this paper, and there are alternatives that you can use in a pinch, but I wanted to address some...
by Erin Nichols | Apr 7, 2015 | Features, Instruments
This week, we are happy to feature one of Indy’s finest: Straubinger Flute Company, maker of fine flutes and world-renowned Straubinger pads. David Straubinger and his son, Joel, are the makers of very fine, handmade instruments, which are only available for...
by Erin Nichols | Mar 31, 2015 | Features, Instruments
Every month or so, I will be highlighting a brand of flute and/or piccolo that we carry here in the Indy Flute Shop. First up is Altus and its sister step-up flute, the Azumi! The Altus flute company was started by master flute maker Shuichi Tanaka. He began...
by Erin Nichols | Mar 24, 2015 | Features, Instruments, Shop information
This week’s burning question: What are French pointed key arms, and how do they differ from “regular” keys? French pointed key arms have traditionally been a feature on semi-professional and professional-grade instruments, due to their handmade...
by Erin Nichols | Mar 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
It’s that time of year–are you filling out your brackets?? Well, while you’re taking a break from your selection process, be sure to take some time to decide what flute goodies you are going to pick up from the shop this Thursday-Saturday at our...
by Erin Nichols | Mar 10, 2015 | Clinics, Masterclasses
Tonight is the night for the Mimi Stillman clinic, here at Paige’s Music! If you have not gotten the chance to read a bit about her, here are some reasons why you should definitely attend this free event tonight: 1. She was the youngest artist ever to be...
by Erin Nichols | Mar 3, 2015 | Clinics, Masterclasses
Less than 4 days until Flute Fest! Who’s excited?! I know I certainly am. It is going to be such an amazing day full of fun, education, and beautiful music. For those of you who have not gotten over to the website yet, here are the full details and schedule of...
by Erin Nichols | Feb 24, 2015 | Clinics, Masterclasses
Hello all! We have a VERY busy next two weeks coming up here at the IFS…so here is what you need to know! First up, on Saturday, March 7th, the Greater Indianapolis Flute Club is hosting the 2015 Flute Fest at Butler University. If you haven’t heard...
by Erin Nichols | Feb 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
When working with students who are selecting their upgraded instrument, I often come across questions or concerns relating to the care and upkeep of flutes. Some students come back frustrated after just a few months with a brand new instrument that is having problems...
