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 | Oct 29, 2014 | Features, Instruments
This week, the IFS blog is all about headjoints! Surprisingly enough, this part of the instrument is often responsible for the biggest sound improvement when upgrading to an intermediate or higher level instrument. Extra keys and gadgets are certainly important as...
by Julia | Mar 9, 2010 | Features
I get a lot of questions about the C# trill key and what its uses are. I have heard varying opinions from teachers and players. Some say it’s not worth the extra weight it adds to the flute and it isn’t that helpful. Others say that if they could only...
