Watch Your Speed!
I learned a valuable lesson at a vulnerable time, once. I was in graduate school, working on excerpts with my teacher and preparing…
A New Practice Strategy to Try
A New Practice Strategy Does this scenario seem familiar to you? You’ve practiced diligently for an hour or so each day on a…
Ewazen Piccolo Concerto Performance Guide Movements 1 & 2
On Saturday, October 13th, 2018, I had the privilege to perform Eric Ewazen’s On Wings of Song for Piccolo and Wind Ensemble at…
Piccolo Method Books – Part II
Piccolo! Piccolo! – Book 1 and Book 2 Dr. Danielle Eden is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, the University of…
Orchestral Auditions – Piccolo Edition
Taking any audition can be a daunting task that requires a particular set of skills outside of just being a great flutist. The…
Pedagogical Approaches to Extended Techniques
I have been lucky to have teachers that encouraged my love and curiosity for contemporary music since I was a high school student.…
Why So Many Flutists Have Right Hand Pain
Many times, I find myself working with talented flutists on a short term basis, either as a substitute teacher, a clinician, a body…
Motivation Strategies for Flutists
One of the greatest challenges facing flutists of all ages and ability levels is staying motivated from day to day. Life is full…
Practicing Mindfully Instead of Mindlessly
The joys of spring for music students: recitals, dress rehearsals, juries, auditions for summer music festivals, lots of practicing, not enough sleep and,…
