“Let’s start at the very beginning…”

A very good place to start, right? Anyone who has ever begun playing an instrument–or any other activity, for that matter–remembers the initial struggle of figuring out how to make a sound, move your fingers correctly, and all of the other challenges that...

State Finals 2015

This weekend every year, the best that Indiana high schools have to offer converge on Indianapolis for ISSMA Band and Orchestra state finals. These students represent the best and the brightest of our schools, and we here at Paige’s Music and the Indy Flute Shop...

Music Madness Sale!

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...

Cleaning and care tips

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...

Greg Pattillo

Have you ever heard of Greg Pattillo? Even if you haven’t, I bet you have–his YouTube videos, showcasing the famous “beatbox flute player,” have been viewed over 50 million times. A classically trained performer who graduated with his bachelors...

NAMM overview

Hello all! I have seen so many wonderful posts and photos from my friends and co-workers at the annual NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) convention in southern California that I thought I would post a quick round-up for those of you (including myself) who...